The "Rise for Climate" protest movement -- which has organised events in dozens of countries on Saturday -- wants governments to end their reliance on fossil fuels and transition fully into renewable energy. Its billowing sails featured banners that read "Rise for Climate; Action with 350" -- referring to environment advocacy group 350 which spearheaded the global protest. Blair Palese, CEO of 350 Australia, said that the country -- heavily reliant on coal mining for its economy -- has long suffered the effects of climate change. "The negotiators are not taking any action," Ruchi Tripathi, head of climate justice at charity ActionAid, told AFP. Many brought examples of their produce, including crabs and shrimp, and held banners demanding that delegates take action.

Source: The Nation Bangkok September 08, 2018 06:34 UTC