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COP29 provides UChicago students with unique perspective on climate change and policy



  • More than two dozen University of Chicago students recently attended the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference
  • better known as COP29
  • which they described as an "eye-opening" yet "humbling" opportunity to learn about the inner-workings of policy and politics at a global scale.

The article from the University of Chicago discusses how the upcoming 29th United Nations Climate Change conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, offers UChicago students a unique opportunity to engage with global climate policy. It highlights the involvement of UChicago students in climate-related activities, including attending the conference, participating in policy discussions, and contributing to climate research. Students like Samir Suleymanov, a UChicago alum, are directly involved in organizing aspects of COP29, showcasing the university's commitment to climate action. The article also mentions the significance of COP29 in the context of global climate efforts, especially following the outcomes of previous conferences, and how it serves as a platform for students to gain firsthand experience in international climate negotiations and policy-making. Additionally, it touches on the educational and networking opportunities provided by such events, allowing students to interact with policymakers, scientists, and activists from around the world.

Read the Full The University of Chicago Chronicle Article at:
[ https://news.uchicago.edu/story/cop29-provides-uchicago-students-unique-perspective-climate-change-and-policy ]

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