Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Sustainability
• Diversity & Inclusion
• Peacebuilding

Environmental Achievements

• Offset 6,261 tonnes of CO2 through BP Target Neutral programme
• Produced 50 tonnes of green hydrogen (equivalent to several hundred medium-distance flights)

Social Achievements

• 2,000+ new Ambassadors joined the One Young World Community
• 5.1 million people positively impacted by One Young World Ambassador projects in 2019
• Improved accessibility at the 2019 Summit

Governance Achievements

• Provided detailed overview of Governance & Finance in the report

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Addressing root causes of carbon emissions from air travel
• Ensuring accessibility for all delegates

Mitigation Strategies

• Encouraged train travel within Europe; offsetting remaining emissions
• Formed an Accessibility Advisory Group; provided accessibility buddies

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Encouraged partners to provide vegetarian options; used recyclable materials; used plastic-free registration badges

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN Sustainable Development Goals

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• All 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals

Ambassador projects deliver impact across all 17 SDGs.

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Sustainable Development Goals
• Youth Leadership
• Social Impact
• Climate Change
• Gender Equality
• Peacebuilding
• Education
• Health
• Environmental Sustainability

Environmental Achievements

• 190,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions mitigated by Ambassador projects
• 110,000 trees planted and protected
• 232 tonnes of plastic rescued from beaches

Social Achievements

• 30.4 million people directly impacted by Ambassador projects since 2010
• 4.4 million people directly impacted by Ambassador projects in 2020
• Over 630,000 people helped with medical supplies, nutritional relief, mental health support through the Covid Young Leaders Fund
• Launched the One Young World Academy, offering online lectures from world leaders and experts

Governance Achievements

• Collaboration with 190+ partner organizations across various sectors
• Established the Mary Robinson Climate Justice Award to recognize young climate leaders
• Launched the One Young World Politician of the Year and Journalist of the Year awards

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Underfunding of youth-led organizations
• Pandemic disruptions (Covid-19)
• Systemic inequalities (racism, gender inequality)
• Climate emergency
• Limited access to education and healthcare

Mitigation Strategies

• Provided over $1.1 million in funding to organizations and projects run by young leaders
• Launched new educational programs and digital campaigns
• Established the Covid Young Leaders Fund
• Adapted events to online formats
• Collaborated with partners to address challenges

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Social Return on Investment (SROI)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• All 17 SDGs

Ambassador projects address all 17 SDGs

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Sustainability
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Environmental Achievements

• 1.21 million tonnes of CO2 emissions mitigated by Ambassador-led projects since 2018
• 28,000 tCO2 mitigated through clean energy transitions

Social Achievements

• 5.77 million people directly impacted by Ambassador-led projects featured in this report
• 78% of Ambassadors created new social impact within 6 months of joining One Young World
• Launched Rebuilding Communities Fund, distributing $100,000 to four Ambassadors

Governance Achievements

• Established Sustainability Taskforce and Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion committee
• ISO 20121:2012 certification for sustainable event management

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Not disclosed

Mitigation Strategies

• Not disclosed

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: ISO 20121:2012

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• All 17 SDGs

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Social Impact
• Sustainability
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Environmental Achievements

• 2.52 million tCO2 emissions mitigated by Ambassador-led projects since 2018
• 4.97 million+ trees planted by Ambassador-led projects since 2018
• 373,450,000 litres of water saved, replenished, or cleaned
• 69,500 tonnes of plastic waste recycled and reused

Social Achievements

• 8.86 million people directly impacted by Ambassador-led projects featured in this report
• 50.42 million people directly impacted by Ambassador-led projects featured in our Impact Reports since 2010
• Launched Indigenous Young Leaders strategy and Indigenous Council
• Distributed $3.12 million to young leaders working towards the SDGs since 2018
• Lead2030 program distributed $525,000 to 11 young leaders

Governance Achievements

• ISO 20121:2012 certification for sustainable event management

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Hunger and poverty driven by conflicts and climate change
• Non-communicable diseases and lack of healthcare resources
• Inequalities and discrimination
• Lack of access to clean energy and water
• Limited economic opportunities for young people
• Climate change
• Deforestation

Mitigation Strategies

• Implementing extensive programming and solutions to reduce poverty and hunger
• Filling gaps in healthcare provision and access
• Advocating for equality for marginalized groups
• Building infrastructure for clean water, sanitation, and energy
• Providing vocational training and supporting entrepreneurs
• Tackling all aspects of the climate crisis
• Partnering with Indigenous communities to preserve and enhance the rainforest

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Locally sourced catering
• Recycled materials for exhibition stands
• Sustainable cotton for badges and lanyards

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UN SDGs

Certifications: ISO 20121:2012

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• All 17 UN SDGs

Ambassadors' projects contribute to all 17 SDGs.

Awards & Recognition

• ISO 20121:2012 certification