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Teen Launches Climate Economics Journal to Engage Youth

9/16/2025

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Mira Shah, a high school student from Dublin, California, launched "Karbon Economics" to explore climate change through economics.
Her interest grew after witnessing wildfires linked to global warming.
The journal seeks to make climate economics accessible and invites student contributions.
Experts commend Shah's initiative, highlighting the need for youth engagement in climate issues.
The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) is considering geoengineering, despite concerns about its risks and potential to divert focus from emission reductions.

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Story summary

Mira Shah, a high school student from Dublin, California, launched "Karbon Economics" to explore climate change through economics.
Her interest grew after witnessing wildfires linked to global warming.
The journal seeks to make climate economics accessible and invites student contributions.
Experts commend Shah's initiative, highlighting the need for youth engagement in climate issues.
The United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) is considering geoengineering, despite concerns about its risks and potential to divert focus from emission reductions.