Prince Charles at Cop26: Words and commitments need to be put into practice

The transcript discusses the need to disincentivize deforestation and promote a forest-positive economy by investing in natural capital and biodiversity. It highlights the importance of safeguarding the rights of indigenous peoples and learning from their wisdom. The speaker calls for practical action and implementation of commitments, emphasizing the urgency of systemic shifts to achieve a balance between people and the planet.

What is the primary goal of promoting a forest-positive economy?

• To reduce agricultural productivity

• To promote monocultures

• To disincentivize deforestation

• To increase urban development

Why is investment in natural capital important?

• It depletes natural resources

• It increases pollution

• It promotes urbanization

• It supports resilient agriculture and forestry

What role do indigenous peoples play in forest conservation?

• They are wise custodians of forests

• They are inexperienced custodians

• They focus on urban development

• They promote deforestation

What is the purpose of the circular bioeconomy alliance?

• To promote industrialization

• To reduce biodiversity

• To increase pollution

• To restore ecosystems in multiple countries

What is the speaker's call to action at the end of the session?

• To focus on economic growth

• To continue discussing without action

• To ignore indigenous wisdom

• To make systemic shifts with determination