TED Talks Daily Europe's plan to become the first carbon-neutral continent | Ursula von der Leyen
Oct 14, 2020
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, shares her vision for Europe to become the first carbon-neutral continent by 2050. She emphasizes the urgency of the climate crisis and the need for collective action. The discussion covers the European Green Deal and its 50 key actions aimed at sustainability. Von der Leyen argues that the COVID-19 pandemic should act as a catalyst for clean energy innovation rather than a setback, while highlighting the economic opportunities and job creation that come with this transition.
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EU's Carbon-Neutral Goal
- The European Union aims to be the first carbon-neutral continent by 2050.
- This involves transitioning to clean energy and reinventing infrastructure.
EU's History of Success
- The EU has a history of achieving ambitious goals, like securing peace and creating a borderless union.
- This track record suggests their carbon-neutral goal is also achievable.
European Green Deal
- The European Green Deal is a roadmap with 50 actions for achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
- It covers climate law, circular economy, biodiversity, and more.