The Paris climate agreement, explained (5 years later)


Summary

The video discusses the U.S. rejoining the Paris Agreement and the global effort to limit global warming to 2 degrees Celsius. It highlights the rise in emissions post-2015 and countries committing to zero out emissions by 2050. The impact of President Donald Trump's statement on climate policies and the potential for clean energy development and climate adaptation are also mentioned.


Introduction to Paris Agreement

The U.S. rejoining the Paris Agreement and the commencement of real work on climate change policies.

Background on Paris Agreement

Overview of the 2015 international meeting in Paris where countries pledged to limit global warming to 2 degrees Celsius.

Emissions Trends

Discussion on the rise in emissions post-2015 and countries committing to zero out emissions by 2050.

U.S. and Paris Agreement

President Donald Trump's statement and the U.S.'s desire to rejoin the Paris Agreement with the need for significant gestures and climate legislation.

Impact of U.S. Rejoining

The repercussions of the U.S. rejoining the Paris Agreement on other countries and the potential for clean energy development and climate adaptation.

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