It’s London Climate Action Week! A moment for climate experts, businesses, communities, and, importantly, young people to come together and address the climate emergency, showcasing the need for collective engagement to take care of the environment.  

This #LCAW2025, our Youth Board Hosts, Sahra and Phool are joined by Mete Coban, Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy. Mete leads the Mayor’s climate action plan for London, ensuring the green transition is inclusive for all Londoners. Prior to this, Mete delivered a £61 million Green New Deal to tackle climate crisis and pioneered Hackney’s Community Energy Fund. Youth Engagement is also central to Mete’s work, as he founded the youth-led charity My Life My Say to make politics more accessible to young people.  

In this powerful discussion we explored why youth voice must be at the forefront of climate conversations and how young people can actively contribute to meaningful change. We also covered the need to break down barriers and make sure young people see a place for themselves in the sustainability sector. 

The views and opinions expressed by the guests in this podcast are their own and do not reflect the Mayor's Fund for London. 

Find out more about the Mayor’s Fund for London: https://www.mayorsfundforlondon.org.uk/  

Find out more about The Intersect: https://www.mayorsfundforlondon.org.uk/youth-engagement/the-intersect/ 

Find out more about London climate action week: https://www.londonclimateactionweek.org/ 

Find out more about starting a career in the green sector:

Explore green careers | National Careers Service

What is a green job? Everything you need to know – The Education Hub