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The US Is Back in the Paris Agreement - What’s Next?

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore a critical conversation between US Special Envoy for Climate John Kerry and Nobel Laureate Al Gore on the day the United States rejoins the Paris Agreement. Delve into the urgent global challenge of climate change, examining the pivotal decade ahead and strategies for achieving net-zero emissions. Learn about the significance of the COP26 UN climate conference, the role of international cooperation, and the importance of business and youth activism in promoting environmental justice. Gain insights into the US approach to climate action, the need for rapid progress, and how wealthier nations can support lower-income countries. Discover the potential for collaboration with China, the impact of corporate involvement, and the critical importance of avoiding complacency in addressing this global crisis.

Syllabus

Intro
How are you feeling
The world is lagging behind
We have to do it much more rapidly
How are you planning to approach reentry
How can we convince the world that America is back
Priorities for the COP26 conference
How wealthier countries can help
Lessons from lower income nations
Collaboration with China
Role of big corporations
Impact of youth movements
Environmental justice
Avoiding sleepwalking


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