Have We Made Any Progress on Climate Change? Here's The Data

The video discusses the urgency of addressing climate change, exploring various RCP scenarios that predict different levels of global warming by 2100. It highlights the shift from a coal-dominated energy landscape to a cleaner energy transition, driven by policy changes and technological advancements. Despite progress, significant challenges remain, with current policies likely leading to nearly 3°C of warming. The video emphasizes the need for global cooperation to achieve net-zero emissions and limit warming to under 2°C, highlighting the importance of continued action and adaptation.

What was the primary purpose of developing the RCP scenarios?

• To predict economic growth

• To evaluate political stability

• To represent potential warming outcomes by 2100

• To assess technological advancements

Which RCP scenario is considered the worst-case scenario?

• RCP 8.5

• RCP 6.0

• RCP 4.5

• RCP 2.6

What significant change occurred in global emissions after the 2008 financial crisis?

• Emissions increased rapidly

• Emissions remained constant

• Emissions continued to fall despite economic recovery

• Emissions were unaffected by the crisis

What role did early subsidy programs play in the energy transition?

• They only benefited developed countries

• They filled the gap between economic feasibility and necessity

• They hindered the development of clean energy

• They were irrelevant to the transition

What is the main goal of the Paris Agreement?

• To promote coal usage

• To increase global GDP

• To limit global warming to well below 2°C

• To eliminate all fossil fuels

Why is it important to slow down the rate of climate change?

• To allow ecosystems and societies to adapt

• To increase economic growth

• To promote fossil fuel usage

• To reduce technological advancements

What percentage of global emissions are covered by countries committed to net-zero emissions by 2022?

• 90%

• 75%

• 60%

• 50%

What is a major challenge in achieving net-zero emissions?

• Decarbonizing the electricity system

• Decarbonizing heavy industry and shipping

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Reducing technological innovation

What has been a key factor in the progress made towards reducing emissions?

• Decreased technological development

• Increased fossil fuel consumption

• Government and societal support for innovation

• Lack of public interest

What is the hopeful sign mentioned regarding future emissions?

• Governments are not involved in climate action

• Technology will solve all problems

• We have made significant progress in reducing future emissions

• Emissions are increasing rapidly