
An oily climate deal
Today, Explained
Oil and Climate: A Controversial Leadership
This chapter explores the controversies of a climate conference led by a prominent oil industry figure, highlighting tensions between climate action and fossil fuel interests. It discusses leaked documents revealing oil and gas deal discussions, and the challenges of forging consensus among nations with differing priorities. The chapter also emphasizes the existential threats climate change poses to vulnerable countries and the criticism surrounding the perceived hypocrisy in leadership at the conference.
00:00
Transcript
Play full episode
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.