Aussie kids are worried about the planet, according to new research.
WWF-Australia says six out of 10 kids – aged between seven and 12 years old – are concerned about one or more environmental issues.
In a study of 500 children, some ranked environmental worries over terrorism (23 per cent) and nearly a third (30 per cent) were concerned about loss of animal species.
Almost seven out of 10 kids said it was “very important” for people do something to protect the environment.
“I have lots of good ideas about how kids can make a difference. From not wasting food, to walking to school, to turning off lights, to buying food from local markets,” says Lily, 10, from Adelaide.
"All of these small actions can make a big difference if they are added up over a year."
The results of the study come just ahead of the 10th anniversary of the lights-out event, Earth Hour, which is set to be held on March 25.
WWF-Australia a is calling on children and adults to turn off their lights at 8.30pm as a symbol of support for a low pollution, clean energy future for all generations.
“We want our children to have a bright future," said WWF-Australia's CEO, Dermot O’Gorman.