INTRODUCTION
At COP21 in 2015, countries around the world made a collective commitment to take decisive action in limiting global warming to 1.5°C by 2050. Scientific evidence shows that to ensure the achievement of this goal requires a halving of carbon emissions by 2030. In order to promote mutual understanding among young talents worldwide, drive innovation and progress, and collectively work towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), the World Young Scientists π Community, in collaboration with several other organizations, proposes to hold the "2023 Youth Climate Action Forum and 2023 Global Roundtable for Young Scientist Scholars" in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province on November 11-12, 2023. This forum will serve as a central event of the 2023 World Young Scientist Summit (WYSS 2023).
The upcoming forum will bring together experts from the fields of green energy, low-carbon, climate change and sustainable development. Through cross-regional, cross-disciplinary, and cross-generational collaboration, the participants are going to actively explore new opportunities to address climate challenges and provide suggestions for creating a green and sustainable future. Participation in this forum will open up new channels of cooperation between young scientific and technological professionals from different countries. It aims to open up the cooperation channels between young scientific and technological workers from all countries, promote international scientific and technological cooperation, enhance scientific and technological innovation capabilities, strengthen the exchange of scientific and technological talents, promote the exchange of scientific and technological talents, and play an active role in promoting green and low-carbon responses to climate challenges and achieving the SDGs.
THEME
Inter-Generational Responsibility: Science-Driven Action Accelerates SDGs2030
FORM
on-site and virtual version
INFROMATION
DATE
November 11-12, 2023
AVENUE
China·Wenzhou
World Young Scientist π Community, Wenzhou, China (Wenzhou Financial Technology and Cultural Center)
ORGANIZERS
Zhejiang Association for Science and Technology
The People's Government of Wenzhou
China Association for International Science and Technology Cooperation
EXECUTIVE ORGANIZERS
Wenzhou Association for Science and Technology
The People's Government of Lucheng District, Wenzhou
World Young Scientist π Community
SUPPORTERS
Young Earth Scientists (YES) Network
ASEAN Young Scientist Network (ASEAN YSN)
The World Academy of Sciences（TWAS）
The Administrative Center for China’s Agenda 21
The Peking University-Wenzhou Laser and Optoelectronics Joint R&D Center, etc
AGENDA
Fri, November 10, 2023
All day Arrival and check in
Sat, November 11, 2023
Morning Seminar on the Development of Youth Engaged in Science and Technology Diplomacy (Closed Meeting)
Moderator: Mr. Yucheng Jin, Director of the International Youth Science Popularization and Exchange Committee
Support Unit: Shanghai Overseas Education Exchange Center
THEME: The dialogue will be between senior diplomats from universities, as well as student representatives from North China Electric Power University and local universities. Esteemed figures will share their insights with the young attendees, mainly master's and doctoral students, on the current situation and opportunities concerning China's scientific and technological development. They will guide participants in understanding how to navigate scientific and technological diplomacy and tools in a reasonable manner to expand their own professional development and take on the heavy responsibilities of our times.
Afternoon 2023 Youth Climate Action Forum and 2023 Global Roundtable for Young Scientist Scholars
14:00-14:20 OPENING CEREMONY
Moderator: Dr. Meng Wang, Executive Secretary General of the World Young Scientist Summit, Senior Geologist at the Chinese Academy of Science
Invited Addresses (4 pax)
A Representative from China Association for Science and Technology;
A Representative from Climate Change Affairs;
A Representative from Ministry of Energy, Zambia;
A Representative from Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), Thailand
14:20-15:20 DIALOGUE: Limiting Global Warming to 1.5°C: Time-Sensitive Strategies
Moderator: Mr. Yongping Yang, President of the North China Electric Power University
THEME: There is an urgent need to foster intergenerational responsibility through dialogue and collaboration, bringing together the youth from diverse sectors to drive climate action and raise awareness of green and sustainable development. It is crucial to explore the ways in which young individuals can contribute towards the goal of reducing emissions by 1.5 degrees Celsius, achieving carbon standards, and striving for carbon neutrality in the present era.
Guests: (5-6 pax)
Mr. Mingde Shi, Former Chinese Ambassador to Germany, President of the China Germany Friendship Association
Dr. Xiaoming JIN, Director Member of the Professional Committee of Science Diplomacy of China Association for International Science and Technology Cooperation
Dr. Max Paoli, Programme Officer of the World Academy of Sciences (TWAS)
Prof. Moritz Riede, Professor at the University of Oxford
Dr. Sri Fatmawati, President of the Indonesian Young Academy of Sience (ALMI)
Dr. Udom Sae-Ueng, Researcher at the National Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (BIOTEC) of the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand
A Representative from UNICEF
Ms. Shannon Kobran, Reginal Team Lead for Asia of the SDG Academy at UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network, USA
15:20-15:40 BREAK
15:40-17:30 KEYNOTE SPEECHES
GUESTS: (6pax)
Mr. Muhammad Yunus, 2006 Nobel Peace Prize winner
Prof. Qingxi Tong, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), a fellow of the International Eurasian Academy of Sciences (IEAS)
Ms. Lin Xu, Former Director of the HANBAN, (now known as the Center for Language and Education Cooperation, CLEC), Chief Executive of the Confucius Institute Headquarters
Dr. Pongpan Kaewtatip, Vice President of the Thailand Science Research and Innovation (TSRI)
Mr. Ping Wu, President of the China Institute of Energy and Transportation Integrated Development
A Representative of LONGi
17:30-17:40 LAUNCING CEREMONY OF THE "VISIT CHINA PLAN"
The "VISIT CHINA PLAN" invites young scientists, technology organizations, and enterprises from around the world to visit China, promoting exchanges between international technology communities, promoting the sharing and application of scientific and technological achievements, and jointly exploring methods to solve global problems.
17:40-18:30 SELECTION FOR YOUTH REPRESENTATIVES AT THE COP28 IN DUBAI (Discussion)
Discuss and select three outstanding young student representatives to attend the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, UAE between 30th November and 12th December.
17:30-18:30 SELECTION FOR YOUTH REPRESENTATIVES AT THE COP28 IN DUBAI (Discussion)
Sun, November 12, 2023
Morning MEETING WITH CLIMATE ACTION DELEGATIONS
Two or three dialogues are proposed to be conducted by different YoU-CAN members and diverse delegations from science, enterprises and local people on climate action, discussing climate action issues, actively implementing strategies for sustainable development, and fostering civil society international sci-tech collaboration.
Afternoon CLIMATE EDUCATION IN HIGH SCHOOL
Two YoU-CAN members and outstanding master or doctoral students recommended by partner universities will be invited to give a climate education presentation to local high school, providing advice and suggestions on science and technology diplomacy and sustainable development of youth innovation.
Evening Closed Meetings
Meeting One: Global Young Scientist Scholars Meeting
Meeting Two: YoU-CAN group meeting
Thu, November 30, 2023
All Day ATTEND THE COP28 IN DUBAI
The three selected outstanding young student representatives will attend the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, UAE, and will organize Chinese Pavilion Session on the afternoon, 11th November,to convey the contributions and voices of young scientists to global sustainable climate development issues.
REGISTRATION
This session adopts online self-registration, and complete the relevant information, so that we can provide services for you.
Registration：https://f.wps.cn/g/AUDJD9b0/
