DemDebate Secret Video - What The U.S. Promised in Paris

The video, created by Minute Earth for NBC News and YouTube, was intended to provide context during the Democratic Presidential debate on January 17th, 2016. It discusses the history and current impact of climate change, highlighting the 1990 warning about heat-trapping gases and the visible effects seen today. The video also covers the Paris Agreement, where 196 countries pledged to combat climate change, and emphasizes the need for stronger commitments, particularly from the US, to meet its emission reduction goals.

Why did NBC News and YouTube request two videos for the debate?

• To confuse the candidates.

• To test different video formats.

• To provide more content for the audience.

• To ensure they had a backup in case the topic was covered.

What was the invisible threat scientists warned about in 1990?

• Deforestation

• Heat trapping gases from fossil fuels

• Nuclear waste

• Overpopulation

Which of the following is NOT a visible impact of climate change mentioned in the video?

• Worsening droughts

• Rising sea levels

• Stronger storms

• Increased volcanic activity

What was the main outcome of the Paris Agreement mentioned in the video?

• A decision to increase fossil fuel usage

• A global pact to fight climate change

• A plan to build more nuclear power plants

• An agreement to reduce global trade

What percentage of emission reduction has the US pledged over the next decade?

• 30%

• 10%

• 18%

• 25%