AUGUST 2024
Each month, we invite you to learn about the people, the progress, and the history-making protection of children’s right to a safe climate powered by Our Children’s Trust.
PEOPLE-POWERED JUSTICE
Litigation paralegal Stephanie discusses the importance of Hawaiʻi’s first-of-its-kind Settlement Agreement that requires the Hawai'i Department of Transportation to achieve zero emissions no later than 2045 for ground transportation, sea, and interisland air transportation. Learn why Hawaiʻi offers a model for what can be accomplished to protect future generations, everywhere.
YOUTH-POWERED FUTURE
Pahonu and Rylee Brooke are two of the 13 Navahine plaintiffs who took the brave step to hold their government accountable for the climate crisis. The Settlement Agreement was announced in a joint press conference on June 20th where both plaintiffs spoke. Read their powerful speeches here.
DEMOCRACY-POWERED TRUST
Hawai‘i Governor Josh Green and Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation Director Ed Sniffin showed powerful leadership that will deliver change for the children of Hawaiʻi today and protect future generations. Hear from Governor Green in the joint press conference announcing the historic settlement here.