Environmental activists are reconstructing a model of Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat as a warning to humanity to take action against global warming. The initiative is aimed at world leaders who are responsible for the climate crisis and aims to serve as a memorial and warning sign to urge immediate action before it is too late. The wooden vessel is set to be completed by the end of May to coincide with a summit on climate change in Germany. The IPCC has cautioned that carbon dioxide emissions need to be reduced by 50% by 2050 to prevent dangerous climate changes, according to the European Union. The primary concern of climate change is the rising sea levels, with the UN predicting an increase of 18-59 cms this century, compared to 17 cms in the previous century. However, there are differing opinions on how to address this issue, with Germany advocating for G8 countries to endorse the IPCC target and use carbon trading to penalize greenhouse gas emissions. US chief climate negotiator Harlan Watson stated that the United States will not accept emissions targets or cap-and-trade schemes, and instead will combat climate change through the funding of clean energy technologies. The Biblical story of Noah's Ark involves God punishing humanity's sins by causing a flood that destroys life on Earth. Noah, considered righteous, is chosen to save his family and pairs of all the world's animals on an ark. The biblical ark was much larger than the model ark commonly depicted, measuring 300 cubits or about 140 meters in length. The model, which may eventually become a mountain hut, is a tight fit for climbers. Timber for the boat was transported up the mountain by horse last week, and volunteers are facing logistical challenges due to working at high altitude in a remote location. They are racing against the clock to prepare for a ceremony on May 31, during which doves will be released from the boat and a plea will be made to world leaders to address global warming. Despite doubts from a boatbuilding master about completing the project in the given timeframe, German carpenter Rainer Brumshagen believed it was possible. The positive atmosphere created by people from various countries working together feels great, despite the political conflicts that seem far removed from the peaceful setting of Mount Ararat. Shepherds grazing their sheep and swallows circling the activists' tents add to the idyllic scene, but one carpenter expresses doubt about the model Ark's seaworthiness.