The Intelligence from The Economist Carbon date: Biden’s climate summit
Apr 23, 2021
Charlotte Howard, energy and commodities editor at The Economist, and Avantika Chilcotti, international correspondent, dive into President Biden's ambitious climate targets and the U.S.'s need for reputation rebuilding on climate issues. They explore the rise of Zoom fatigue in remote work, unpacking research on its psychological effects and the dynamics of virtual communication. The discussion also touches on the decreasing relevance of awards shows like the Oscars in a streaming-dominated world.
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Biden's Climate Target
- President Biden announced an ambitious target to halve US emissions by 2030 (from 2005 levels).
- This announcement was made during a two-day global climate summit he convened.
Rebuilding Credibility
- Biden rejoined the Paris Agreement and convened a climate summit with 40 world leaders.
- He aims to regain US credibility on climate action after Trump's withdrawal from the agreement.
Geopolitics and Climate
- Geopolitical tensions, like those with China and Russia, complicate climate cooperation.
- Climate change is intertwined with economic competition and national interests.