

Operation ozone: how the world patched up the hole in the sky
Dec 6, 2023
Discover how the world worked together to save the ozone, from the birth and discovery of ozone-depleting chemicals to the international cooperation that led to the successful Montreal Protocol. Also, learn about small actions making a big difference, the challenges of tackling climate change, and the cultural significance of bucket hats, aviator sunglasses, and waterproof sunscreen.
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1 2 3 4 5
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Small Actions, Big Difference
03:00 • 3min
The Discovery of CFCs and the Ozone Layer
05:52 • 16min
Success of the Montreal Protocol and the Challenges of Tackling Climate Change
22:17 • 3min
Inventions and Cultural Significance of Bucket Hats, Aviator Sunglasses, and Waterproof Sunscreen
25:10 • 2min