Amanpour Former UN Climate Chief Christiana Figueres
Nov 7, 2025
Christiana Figueres, the former UN climate chief and architect of the Paris Agreement, discusses the urgent need for action as the world risks surpassing the vital 1.5°C temperature goal. She highlights local government efforts in climate action and the importance of carbon removal technologies. Katy Hessel, an art historian, shares insights on living artfully and using art for wellbeing, while musician Jacob Collier reflects on his unique creative process for his new album, advocating for valuing artists in the streaming era.
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Decade Of Progress, Not Enough
- Global emissions growth slowed dramatically after Paris but remain far too high.
- Christiana Figueres warns speed and scale are still required to avoid catastrophic impacts.
EV Sales Surge Since Paris
- Electric vehicle market share jumped from 1% to 20% since Paris.
- Figueres cites faster-than-expected solar deployment and rising renewables investment as proof points.
Earthshot Prize Spurs Sector Change
- Figueres praises the Earthshot Prize for finding innovators changing whole sectors.
- She says winners use examples to catalyze industry-wide transformation across fashion, energy, and more.
