TED Talks Daily The fastest way to slow climate change now | Ilissa Ocko
Nov 1, 2021
Ilissa Ocko, an atmospheric scientist, focuses on cutting methane emissions to combat climate change quickly. She emphasizes that methane's recent emissions contribute significantly to warming, making it a prime target for immediate action. Ocko identifies key sources of methane pollution and outlines strategies to effectively reduce these emissions within years. With technological advancements and policy changes, she believes this is the pivotal moment to harness methane reduction for rapid climate benefits.
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Methane's Immediate Impact
- Methane's warming power comes mainly from recent emissions, unlike CO2's gradual buildup.
- Reducing methane now immediately slows warming, offering faster climate change mitigation.
Methane Reduction Solutions
- We have the technology to cut human-caused methane emissions by half.
- Many of these solutions are cost-effective, some even paying for themselves.
Waste and Agriculture Solutions
- Capture methane from landfills using tubes and vacuums to generate electricity.
- Improve water management in rice paddies, a major methane source, to reduce emissions.