TED: The state of the climate crisis in 2021 | Climate Action Tracker

The video discusses the Paris Agreement's goals to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. It highlights the need for countries to update their climate action plans and the importance of reducing emissions by 2030. While many countries have pledged net zero targets, current actions are insufficient to meet the 1.5-degree goal. The video emphasizes the gap between short-term actions and long-term commitments, urging countries to enhance their climate policies. Positive trends in renewable energy and electric vehicles are noted, but more bold leadership is needed to achieve climate targets.

What is the primary goal of the Paris Agreement regarding global temperature rise?

• To limit the rise to 2 degrees Celsius

• To limit the rise to 2.5 degrees Celsius

• To limit the rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius

• To limit the rise to 3 degrees Celsius

Which of the following countries has enshrined the net zero target into law?

• Australia

• European Union

• India

• Brazil

What is the estimated global warming by 2100 if current actions continue?

• 1.5 degrees Celsius

• 2.4 degrees Celsius

• 2.9 degrees Celsius

• 3.5 degrees Celsius

What is the optimistic scenario if all commitments are fully implemented?

• Warming limited to 2.5 degrees Celsius

• Warming limited to 2 degrees Celsius

• Warming limited to 1.5 degrees Celsius

• Warming limited to 3 degrees Celsius

By what year do emissions need to be halved to stay on the 1.5 degrees Celsius pathway?

• 2040

• 2050

• 2025

• 2030

Which sector is rapidly transitioning to renewable energy due to cost-effectiveness?

• Power production

• Manufacturing

• Transportation

• Agriculture

What is the next target if the 1.5 degrees Celsius goal is not met?

• 1.6 degrees Celsius

• 2 degrees Celsius

• 1.8 degrees Celsius

• 2.1 degrees Celsius