
A four-month virtual programe equipping 200 youths* from Asia with core skills to develop digital solutions for climate change, while also raising awareness and knowledge about climate issues.
Program Outline
- Climate knowledge – Plenary session, Breakout sessions
- Entrepreneurial skills – Problem-solving workshops, Mentoring, Pitching sessions
- Technical Upskilling – Digital skills workshops, Consultations, Learning guides
- Networking opportunities – Collaboration platforms Team formation Sharing sessions
Topics Discussed
- AFOLU Agriculture, Forestry, and Other Land Use – How might we encourage ways of using land that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase its ability to absorb carbon?
- Ecological Economics – How might we leverage economic policies and incentives to mitigate and adapt to climate change
- Transport – How might we move people and goods that minimise the use of fossil fuels and reduces greenhouse gas emissions?
- Waste – How might we generate less waste, or manage and dispose of waste in ways that consume less energy and minimise emissions?
- Natural Resource Management – How might we protect and restore our natural resources, especially carbon sinks such as forests and wetlands?
Eligibility Requirements
- 18 years old and above
- Residing in Asia
- Working knowledge of English
- Commitment to the entire 4-month programme
- Have a desktop/laptop with internet connection
- Able to use communication tools such as Zoom and Discord
Keen interest in:
- Learning digital skills and want to apply the skills to innovate for climate change
- Working across cultures to learn and build a more sustainable planet
- Climate action and social impact such as sustainability, UN SDG, social entrepreneurship etc
Program information detail: https://www.sif.org.sg/-/media/Files/Climate-Hack-2024-Participant-Infopack.pdf