TED Talks Daily How we can turn the tide on climate | Christiana Figueres and Chris Anderson
Dec 21, 2019
Christiana Figueres, a key architect of the Paris Climate Agreement, joins Chris Anderson to discuss the urgent climate crisis and a groundbreaking initiative called Countdown. They emphasize the need for collective action and the pivotal role individuals, businesses, and governments play in combating climate change. The conversation features contributions from various key figures, advocating for innovative solutions and the empowerment of youth activists who champion environmental justice. Together, they inspire a global movement to reduce emissions and restore our planet.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Join the Countdown
- Join the Countdown initiative to help cut greenhouse gas emissions.
- Visit countdown.ted.com to get involved and connect with others.
Climate Change Urgency
- The climate situation is worsening, demanding drastic reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
- Stabilizing the climate requires unprecedented societal changes.
Green Belt Movement's Impact
- Wangari Maathai, through the Green Belt Movement, inspired the planting of 50 million trees.
- The world needs to plant a hundred times more, requiring collective action.