TED Talks Daily A new social contract for global climate justice | Huma Yusuf
Oct 24, 2022
Huma Yusuf, a columnist and climate advocate, shares her insights on the catastrophic flooding in Pakistan, where one-third of the country was submerged. She highlights the urgent need for global climate justice, calling for reparations from wealthy nations causing pollution. Yusuf emphasizes the disparity in climate responsibility, advocating for a new social contract that aids developing countries on the path to sustainability. She also critiques the media's lack of coverage surrounding the crisis, stressing the importance of international aid for recovery.
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Pakistan's Devastating Floods
- One-third of Pakistan is underwater due to extreme flooding, impacting 33 million people.
- Hundreds have died, and survivors face diseases, crop destruction, and food insecurity.
Climate Injustice
- Pakistan contributes less than 1% of greenhouse gasses but faces severe climate change consequences.
- Developed nations, responsible for most emissions, should compensate developing countries.
The Catch-Up Argument
- Developing countries haven't consistently demanded climate reparations.
- Some argue they deserve their share of emissions for economic growth, a counter-argument to reparations.