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Schwarzenegger, Vatican Mark 10 Years of 'Laudato Si' With Climate Conference

Schwarzenegger and the Vatican join forces to celebrate 'Laudato Si' and push for global environmental action.

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Schwarzenegger, Vatican Mark 10 Years of 'Laudato Si' With Climate Conference

Arnold Schwarzenegger, the former California governor, co-financed and headlined a climate conference at the Vatican. The event commemorated the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis's environmental encyclical 'Laudato Si'. The conference, backed by Schwarzenegger's Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative, was held at the Holy See's new environmental educational centre.

Schwarzenegger, who has been dedicated to environmental causes since leaving office in 2011, praised the Catholic Church's moral leadership in global entry initiatives. He believes individual choices and local regulations are key to combating global warming. The conference, co-hosted by the Vatican and Catholic Church initiatives, aims to inspire a broad, grassroots movement for environmental action, much like Pope Francis's encyclical did a decade ago.

Schwarzenegger recalled his legal battles with the Bush administration over environmental regulations. He downplayed the Trump administration's climate scepticism, stating that the Vatican conference signals a shift in global attitudes towards climate change. The conference is a testament to the growing recognition of the importance of environmental protection and sustainable development.

Arnold Schwarzenegger's involvement in the Vatican conference underscores the importance of international cooperation and religious leadership in tackling climate change. The conference, marking a decade since Pope Francis's Laudato Si, highlights the ongoing relevance and urgency of the encyclical's message. With Schwarzenegger's Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative backing the event, the conference sends a strong signal that environmental action is a global priority.

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