In a bold bid to spotlight the growing threat of climate change, Bhutanese environmental champion Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk has kicked off his “Australia Edition 2025” campaign with an ambitious start. The journey, which began with a 150-kilometre bicycle ride from Adelaide to the seaside town of Meningie, marks the first leg of a month-long tour that will soon lead him to the nation’s capital, Canberra.
Wangchuk’s campaign is far more than just a cycling expedition—it is a moving tribute to the urgent global need for climate action. Over the coming weeks, he plans to traverse more than 4,000 kilometres across Australia using his bicycle and public transport, ensuring that his message reaches diverse communities in both urban and rural settings.
A distinctive feature of the campaign is Wangchuk’s plan to read aloud letters written by Bhutanese students to world leaders. These letters, collected during his previous journeys through schools and colleges in Bhutan and Nepal over the past four years, carry heartfelt pleas and innovative ideas aimed at combating the climate crisis. This initiative is intended to bridge generations, empowering young voices while urging global policymakers to take decisive action.
The expedition aligns seamlessly with the global commitment to environmental preservation, coinciding with the UNESCO and World Meteorological Organization declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Glacier Preservation. “The glaciers are silent sentinels of our planet’s health,” Wangchuk remarked during the launch. “Through this journey, I hope to remind the world that every effort, no matter how small, contributes to preserving these natural wonders for future generations.”
Local supporters and environmentalists have lauded the initiative, emphasizing that Wangchuk’s cross-continental journey serves as a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness of our global ecosystem. As he pedals through the vast Australian landscape, the advocate’s message echoes the urgent call for sustainable policies and responsible stewardship of our planet.
With a blend of determination, youthful optimism, and a deep-rooted commitment to the environment, Jamyang Jamtsho Wangchuk’s campaign is set to leave a lasting impact—not only on the communities he visits but also on the broader conversation surrounding climate change and glacier preservation in the coming year.
