Two climate activists, Ali Abdo
and Chris Ehl, are embarking on an
8,000-km e-bike journey from Dubai to Baku for COP29.
They will showcase sustainable transport and push for climate
action across 10 countries. Their expedition aims to inspire
communities and policymakers to accelerate solutions to the climate
crisis.
DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 6, 2024
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two climate activists, Ali Abdo and Chris
Ehl, started an 8,000-kilometer journey from
Dubai, pedalling
towards Baku, Azerbaijan on
electric bicycles to spotlight the urgency of climate action and
inspire solutions along the way.
"The climate crisis demands bold action,"
said Abdo. "Through this ride, we aim to inspire hope, empower
communities, and show that a sustainable future is possible." Ehl
added, "Joining Ali on this ride allows us to connect with
communities and witness the impact of climate change
firsthand."
Their ambitious expedition, dubbed "The Ride to COP29," will take them through 10 countries,
showcasing the potential of sustainable transportation and engaging
with communities facing the impacts of climate change.
Abdo is a renowned sustainability leader and holder of multiple
Guinness World Records for sustainable transport. This time, he's
joined by Ehl, an entrepreneur and humanitarian known for
co-founding Wahu Mobility, a sustainable transport company in
Ghana.
Their journey, powered by Wahu electric bicycles (www.wahu.me),
will take them through the UAE, Oman, Saudi
Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Iraq,
Turkey, Georgia, and finally, Azerbaijan, where they will arrive ahead of
the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29).
Building upon the success of Abdo's previous solo Rides to
COP27 and COP28, which gained international acclaim and
endorsements from prominent organisations, "The Ride to
COP29" will connect with local
communities to highlight the diverse challenges they face due to
climate change and amplify their voices, showcase innovative
sustainability technologies and projects and engage with
policymakers to push for accelerated climate action.
Media Contact
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1221317989, info@rideto2030.org, https://rideto2030.org/
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