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Lungiso Ncama, a Grade 10 learner at Lungiso High School says the renewable energy sector is one of the most dynamic and promising industries in the economy.<\/p>\n

“As the youth, there is significant need to unite instead of being divided and start working together in making all communities a better place. There is a need to stand up and show the whole nation that it deserves to have a say on what is going on,” says Lungiso.<\/p>\n

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\"Anelisa<\/p>\n
Anelisa Xoli, Liyema Mnikina, Afikile Ngqoleka, Ima Breakfast from Walmer High School and Sinovuyo Matebese from Masifunde Learner Development.<\/div>\n
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She adds that the youth need to make sure their voices are heard by those in power in meaningful conversations which affect their communities.\u00a0<\/p>\n

“Every young person yearns for a future of a that is financially stable country, having no problems towards global warming and load shedding being a thing of the past,” she says, adding that generating energy from coal should be less frequent and renewable energy is the future, while the public need to be less reliant on government to lead the way.<\/p>\n

“While governmental authorities and leaders should be held accountable, being active citizens in homes, schools, and communities to advocate for climate change adaptation, mitigation measures, and renewable energy interventions is important.”<\/p>\n

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\"Learners<\/p>\n
Learners from Lungiso, Walmer and James Jolobe High Schools took part in the Winter Climate Clubs Media Workshop recently. <\/div>\n
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Lungiso says there is reason to be optimistic about the future.<\/p>\n

“The renewable energy sector is one of the most dynamic and promising industries in the economy, but also one of the challenging as we navigate a Just Transition, she says.<\/p>\n

A Just Transition, according to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is to protect workers affected by new water and air pollution regulations in the most fair and inclusive way possible.<\/p>\n

“Looking at the transition to a renewable energy-based economy as an opportunity and gain rather than a threat or loss is important.<\/p>\n

“Some examples of these opportunities that renewable energy brings are skills needs, jobs, improved energy supply and security, as well as economic and environmental benefits.<\/p>\n

“While it might be difficult to fully transition to renewable energy and discontinue using coal, using coal in urgent times could be considered to avoid school children suffering from studying by candlelight or in darkness as outdated.”<\/p>\n

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\"Learners<\/p>\n
Learners from Lungiso, Walmer and James Jolobe High Schools took part in the Winter Climate Clubs Media Workshop recently. <\/div>\n
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This climate change initiative is co-funded by the European Union, implemented in partnership with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom, presented by GreenCape and supported by skills development partner WESSA.<\/p>\n

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  • Email communications@greencape.co.za for more information on the project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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