The Daily Broken Climate Pledges and Europe’s Heat Wave
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Jul 19, 2022 Somini Sengupta, an international climate correspondent for The New York Times, delves into Europe's record-breaking heat wave and its alarming implications for climate pledges. She discusses how soaring temperatures in the UK highlight the urgent need for effective climate action. The conversation shifts to the challenges faced by the U.S. and Europe in meeting their commitments, emphasizing the ongoing reliance on fossil fuels. Sengupta also touches on the inequities in global climate impacts, underscoring a growing urgency for immediate collective response.
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Melting Runway
- Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures reaching unprecedented levels.
- A London airport runway even melted, causing disruptions.
Europe's Energy Dilemma
- Europe, historically a leader in climate action, is now facing challenges due to the war in Ukraine.
- This conflict has disrupted energy supplies, forcing Europe to reconsider its reliance on Russian gas.
Gas as "Green" Fuel
- The European Union recently classified gas as "green" fuel to incentivize new gas projects.
- This move prolongs Europe's reliance on fossil fuels and undermines its climate leadership.