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These simulations relate to our community in many ways, one way can be the political side of my community, when political figures have to take into account the popularity of the decision they make and how it can affect the environment, population and the community but since we are under age and cannot vote we found this a little less relevant to us since we don't have as much impact compared to a regular citizens on the decisions made by political figures.
These simulations also helped me by opening my eyes to how everyone (and I mean everyone) must make changes, even if they are minute, in their daily lives in order for the human race to actually start defeating climate change. We must work together. This is seen in the game when meetings were held to increase the chances of countries setting a target. The option to subsidize countries to persuade them to set a target were also made. In the game, it was also shown that approval rate was a big part of the choices made by political figures. in other words the population has a big impact on the choices made over this topic.
When it comes to fighting climate change we are often presented with solutions that may not be applicable to us. For example, biking to school. I can’t bike to school because of the fact that the overpass that connects my home to the school does not have a sidewalk. In order to gain more support against climate change, I think all we need to do is make small individual differences in our daily lives. Little things add up after a long time.
Another observation made about this simulation is that our view on how climate change should be combatted changed. In the way that we noticed that many elements come to play when introducing environment friendly options such as as the effect these options have on the community. Many times this would put a strain on the ability of the community to flourish that would result in the disapproval of the population, which would end any further progress. So my take on how we should tackle climate change is to as citizens allow progress to grow even if that means accepting the repercussions of these options on our daily lives and have a open mind to further change for the greater good.
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I like how you reference the idea of grassroots changes being the key to effective climate change. If it doesn't come from the individuals it can, as you said, be very difficult to maintain approval levels when making these changes. In order to produce lasting and sustainable change it has to come from each person in whatever little ways they can, and as we work towards that there will be a shift in the larger scale focus of our societies. I also liked when you talked about how not all options for reducing our carbon footprints are available to every person as biking might not be available in your case. It is important to then look beyond that into other ways that changes can be made.
You started out your post by talking about the political implications of climate change and how this wasn't as effective of an avenue to pursue while under the age requirement for voting. What are some ways you can get involved in politics and get your voice heard other than voting?
Thanks for your post!
Sam Karras
Sep 23, 2016