Political leadership these days is not enabling, ah, what we've been hoping for. Bute, there is a positive example of how agreements of exchange have actually led to stability. The european union, for example, based on the coal and steel agreement in the 19 fifties. And this is exactly what inspires us, is that there are positive examples out there that have worked out for people who have historically been er in war. E, and but there they've found a way out. This is what we are hoping for.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has caused horrific damage and casualties, in spite of Ukraine’s remarkable efforts to defend itself. The conflict has disrupted energy markets, grain shipments and is still destabilizing the global economy. All of this has shoved climate further down the list of international priorities, as has happened so many times before.
Yet within conflict zones, many brave individuals and organizations work every day to stave off the even greater threat of climate catastrophe. We talk with climate activists in Ukraine and the Middle East about the realities of operating environmental organizations in conflict zones, and how to balance immediate needs with working toward a better future.
Guests:
Roman Zinchenko, Co-Founder, Greencubator
Nada Majdalani, Palestine Director, EcoPeace Middle East
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