By Hannah Ulloa (she/her), Swarthmore Climate Action Manager
Today is the last scheduled day of COP 27 and though negotiations are ongoing, it’s a great opportunity to take note of the most memorable experiences for our Swarthmore delegation so far.
What we are seeing:
An expansive conference location that is bustling with activity every moment of the day.
Gathering spaces and negotiation rooms where world leaders are discussing and debating global climate agreements.
Individuals and communities from all over the world coming together to raise a common call for urgent climate action.
Who we are learning from:
Environmental Justice pioneers, like Dr. Robert Bullard.
Indigenous leaders, environmentalists and advocates.
Scientists and policy-makers for a range of climate issues including climate resilience and finance.
Where we are exploring:
The cultural context in the surrounding city of Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
The experiential art and sustainability interventions in the “Green Zone” area of COP 27.
To be clear, it’s difficult to identify a moment that is NOT memorable, but I’ve captured some of the highlights and given you a window into the COP27 experience. Stay tuned for more in-depth updates from our Swarthmore delegation this week!