Almost Impossible to Have Serious National Climate Change Talks, Bordoff Says

The video discusses the disparity between climate change rhetoric and actual policy implementation, highlighting the challenges in shifting global demand for hydrocarbons. It examines the American political landscape's impact on climate policy, noting the leadership of states like California and New York. The video also addresses transportation policies, such as fuel economy standards, and their influence on emissions. It concludes with a discussion on future changes and the economic factors driving policy shifts.

What is the main issue highlighted in the discussion about climate change rhetoric and policy?

• Neither rhetoric nor policy is being discussed.

• The rhetoric is more advanced than the policy.

• Policy is more advanced than the rhetoric.

• Both rhetoric and policy are at the same level.

Which states are mentioned as leading the way in climate change policy in the US?

• California and New York

• Texas and Florida

• Washington and Oregon

• Illinois and Ohio

What is a significant challenge in having a national conversation about climate change in the US?

• Lack of scientific data

• Fractious political debate

• Insufficient media coverage

• Economic constraints

What example is used to illustrate the need for policy to drive lower carbon emissions?

• Electric buses in Paris

• Solar panels in California

• Electric taxis in London

• Wind farms in Texas

What action did the Trump administration take regarding fuel economy standards?

• Increased the standards

• Transferred control to states

• Rolled back the standards

• Left the standards unchanged