Youth Insights from COP 29: A Bangladeshi Perspective with Porag
In this episode of Climate Action Figures, host John Whidden interviews Porag from Bangladesh about his experiences at COP 29 held in Baku, Azerbaijan. The discussion covers the challenges young delegates face, including overpriced food and limited influence in decision-making. Porag shares his views on gender representation, the impact of climate change on Bangladeshi women, and the systemic issues inhibiting global climate action. Highlighting interactions with global youth and UN officials, Porag also critiques the COP process and offers advice to North American audiences. He concludes with his personal efforts to mitigate climate impact and the hopeful role of young activists in driving change.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:38 QuickFix from Lisa in Calgary
02:01 Porag's Experience at COP29
02:31 Challenges Faced at COP29
03:58 Inspiring Moments and Key Connections
05:26 Gender Representation and Climate Impact in Bangladesh
09:49 Youth Voice and Global Climate Politics
12:01 Reflections on COP29 and Future Hopes
18:23 Youth for NDCs and Local Climate Actions
20:17 Personal Climate Actions and Rickshaw Drivers
23:10 Final Thoughts and Messages of Hope
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