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Climate ambassadors 2023

Austin College received official observer status as a research or educational institution at the UN Climate Conference in 2023, following a 10-month application process.

Austin College students have the opportunity to apply as ambassadors for the Austin College delegation. The Austin College Climate Ambassador program is open to any major. Students will be selected through a rigorous application and interview process.  

Students who are selected participate in a fall term course to research climate policies and choose an area of focus for more in-depth learning during the days they are at the annual UN Climate Conference.Research topics may explore topics such as science innovation and technology, nature and health, finance, carbon emission targets, or climate change adaptation. 

Experiencing the climate conference in person fits with Austin College’s mission for global learning and service. Austin College Climate Ambassadors return to campus inspired with viable ideas for climate action to make a difference in our local and regional communities.Dr. David Baker, Donald MacGregor Chair in Natural Science at Austin College

At the conference, nations come together to act toward achieving the world’s collective climate goals as prescribed under the 2015 Paris Agreement. The Austin College Delegation has access to the “Blue Zone” sessions, where heads of state and environmental ministers negotiate policy concerning various climate issues. Students can engage through the “Green Zone” where lobbyists, activists, and exhibitors pitched their interests. 

Our first delegation of eight students traveled to 2023 United Nations Climate Conference (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.  The 2024 United Nations Climate Conference (COP29) will take place in Azerbaijan on November 11 – 24.

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