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Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and The Climate Reality Project To Train Climate Champions in Southern Europe

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The Climate Reality Project, a nonprofit climate organization founded by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, is proud to announce the upcoming 56th Climate Reality Leadership training, to be held in Rome, Italy on June 28–30, 2024.

This training offers attendees a chance to learn the latest science about the climate crisis that is bringing lethal heatwaves, stronger storms, and many other impacts to Southern Europe. Equally important, attendees will hear about the solutions that are available today. They will also learn how they can fight disinformation from fossil fuel interests and take action to build a better future, powered by clean energy. By attending the training, participants will join the Climate Reality Leadership Corps, the nucleus of Climate Reality’s global network of 3.5 million supporters and catalysts for change worldwide.

Taking place on the heels of a major EU election and in a shifting political landscape, the training will welcome a diverse range of attendees, including climate activists, business leaders, government officials, civil society representatives, and individuals committed to fostering a sustainable future. Over the span of two-and-a-half days, participants will engage in a comprehensive exploration of the climate crisis and the actionable solutions available.

"We're bringing together people across Southern Europe who care about the climate crisis because we know action on this critical issue cannot wait. From extreme heat waves to water scarcity and more frequent and intense flooding, climate impacts are already affecting millions across the region,” said Climate Reality Project founder and chairman, former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. ”This training will cultivate a community of leaders equipped with the knowledge and resources to champion meaningful solutions."

Participants will have the opportunity to hear directly from Mr. Gore, gain insights into climate impacts and solutions specific to Southern Europe and the larger Mediterranean region, and learn effective advocacy strategies for instigating change. Throughout dynamic panel discussions, capacity-building workshops, and networking sessions, attendees will gain practical knowledge and skills from climate experts and passionate advocates across the region.

Gosia Rychlik, Branch Manager, The Climate Reality Project Europe said "Having a background in the business sector, The Climate Reality Project Leadership Training was a turning point in my life and took my climate advocacy to the next level. Since joining the movement, I have deepened my understanding of the climate crisis, that is, the factors that led to it, the existing solutions, and the most effective ways to take action. I joined a network of passionate people I could learn from and take action on a local and regional level - from supporting advocacy for just energy transition in coal-reliant regions in my home country, Poland, to helping shape the 2040 climate objectives for the European Union, and becoming the manager of The Climate Reality Project Europe branch. I encourage anyone looking to become more active within the climate movement to sign up for the training, which gives you the inspiration, knowledge, tools and network you need to drive real impact in your community and the wider world."

Additionally, the event will see a distinguished roster of speakers who’ve made notable contributions to climate action, including:

  • Former Vice President Al Gore, Founder and Chairman, The Climate Reality Project
  • Phyllis Cuttino, President and CEO, The Climate Reality Project
  • Bruno Basso, Distinguished Professor, Michigan State University; Co-Founder and Chief Scientist, CIBO
  • Shooka Bidarian, Environmental Correspondent; Documentary Maker
  • Alice Casiraghi, Circular Economy Designer; Advisor, Circular Food Systems
  • Cristina Crava, Head of Projects, The Porto Protocol; Owner, Casa de Algar
  • Giulia Giordano, Head of International Programmes, ECCO
  • Silvia Gugu, Senior Governance Expert, Climate Neutral Cities, ICLEI European Secretariat
  • Wopke Hoekstra, European Commissioner for Climate Action, European Commission
  • Matteo Lepore, Mayor, City of Bologna
  • Stella Levantesi, Climate Journalist and Author
  • Grammenos Mastrojeni, Senior Deputy Secretary General, Union for the Mediterranean
  • Giovanni Ludovico Montagnani, PhD, Stati Generali dell‘Azione per il Clima
  • Laura Morosini, Europe Director, Laudato Si Movement
  • Gosia Rychlik, Europe Branch Manager, The Climate Reality Project
  • Caterina Sarfatti, Managing Director, Inclusion and Global Leadership, C40 Cities
  • Ethan Spaner, International Policy Senior Advisor, The Climate Reality Project
  • Nicolò Mascheroni Stianti, Chief Strategy Officer, Confagricoltura; CEO, Confagri Consult
  • Erin Taylor, Campaigns and Field SVP, The Climate Reality Project
  • Anna Toniolo, Freelance Journalist
  • Antonio Tricarico, Programs Director, ReCommon
  • Matteo Ward, CEO and Co-Founder, WRÅD; Vice President, Fashion Revolution Italia

Speakers will delve into various topics, including building resilient agricultural systems and cities, identifying greenwashing tactics, and promoting a just transition to clean energy accessible to all. Attendees will learn about coalition-building, crafting campaigns, and more, equipping them with practical tools to drive change.

The training will be conducted in both English and Italian, with simultaneous interpretation services available, including Italian sign language upon request.

Applications are now open! Visit https://www.climaterealityproject.org/rome to find out more.

About The Climate Reality Project

Founded by Nobel Laureate and former US Vice President Al Gore, The Climate Reality Project is working to catalyze a global solution to the climate crisis by making urgent action a necessity across every level of society. With a global movement of more than 3.5 million strong and a grassroots network of trained Climate Reality Leaders, we are spreading the truth about the climate crisis and building popular support for clean energy solutions. For more information, visit  www.climaterealityproject.org or follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.