TED Radio Hour Building Our Zero-Emissions Future
Nov 6, 2020
David Biello, TED's science curator, delves into exciting solutions for combating climate change. He explores the significance of soil health and innovative urban greening for carbon sequestration. The conversation highlights the environmental impact of concrete production, urging sustainable practices in the cement industry. Biello also discusses the role of space technology and various cooling solutions to fight rising temperatures. The need for urgent global action, particularly from developed countries, emphasizes collective responsibility for a sustainable future.
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Saving Ourselves
- Climate change is a bigger threat to humans than to the planet itself.
- Earth has survived climate shifts before; our civilization may not.
Decade of Destiny
- The next 10 years are crucial for climate action.
- Decisions made now will determine the climate for centuries to come.
Soil's Carbon Power
- Soil is crucial for life and carbon sequestration.
- It contains twice the carbon of all vegetation and the atmosphere combined.