Look out world, Climate Live is bringing the music for climate

On April 24th and October 16th, the music event “Climate Live” will take place simultaneously in over 40 countries to raise awareness of climate change. It all started when a group of British high school students questioned the numerous natural disasters caused by climate change over the years. They came up with an idea to heighten awareness and inspire people to act through music. The event is led by Fridays for Future Youth climate groups, artists, activists and scientists from over 40 countries, including the U.S., the U.K., Australia, German, Canada and Japan.

Up until now, young people have stood up and acted to raise awareness of climate change. In September last year, 7.6 million took to the streets to demand climate action; however, leaders still fail to take immediate measures. The year 2021 is an important year for climate action. The UN COP26 conference is scheduled to take place in the fall, where governments will get together to renew their Paris Agreement pledges. Organizers of Climate Live hope to create a movement on the issue right before the conference takes place.

In Japan, Fridays For Future Japan, which works to resolve the climate crisis from Japan, were asked to cooperate with Climate Live founders. The Japanese members were deeply moved by their initiative and formed an executive committee with other student environmental groups. Under the slogan, “Our voice can change the world,” Climate Live Japan is now working to put the event together with high school students and university students who have concerns for climate change, professionals in live music production and outdoor festivals, as well as civic activities and NGO experts who sympathized with their enthusiasm.

Furthermore, renowned people in various fields have shown their support toward the event. They include environmental scientist Seita Emori, Rika Sueyoshi, Founder of Ethical Association in Japan who promotes “ethical consumption,” music producers Takeshi Kobayashi and Seiji Kameda, music group Little Glee Monster and singer KOM_I.

Swedish climate and environmental activist Greta Thunberg, English singer Declan McKenna and English pop band Glass Animals are among the many influencers and artists who will participate from other countries.