‘I’m scared one day it’ll be too hot to go out’: Extreme weather raises climate awareness in China

In the past two years, China has experienced extreme weather patterns that have made summers hotter and drier. PHOTO: AFP
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BEIJING - Primary school pupil Ethan Wu always makes sure to sort his waste, whether at home or in school. 

“My teacher in school keeps going on about how it’s important we do our part for the environment, so I want to try to do my part, especially after what’s been happening,” said the eight-year-old, who attends a public school. 

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