On November 21, 2025, at 11:45 AM, a significant global event took place: the International Climate Summit was convened in a hybrid format, allowing both in-person and virtual participation from leaders, scientists, and activists worldwide. This summit aimed to address urgent climate issues, focusing on innovative solutions to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable practices. Leading up to this event, discussions began a month earlier, with various countries preparing their commitments and action plans in response to the latest climate reports. Over the years, from one month prior to the event, many grassroots organizations mobilized to raise awareness about the importance of climate action, organizing local events and workshops. Looking back 1,000 years, the year 1025 saw the world in the midst of the Middle Ages, a time characterized by feudalism in Europe, with various kingdoms and empires developing their own systems of governance. Although not directly related to contemporary concerns, the ecological practices of that era laid foundational knowledge about land use and resource management that would be revisited in modern discussions about sustainability. Thus, the November 21, 2025, event was not just a moment in time but a culmination of centuries of evolving thought regarding humanity's relationship with the environment.
