Boris Johnson and Bill Gates launch £400m partnership to boost green investment

The video features a discussion between the Prime Minister and Bill Gates about a new partnership between the Gates Foundation and the British Government. They announce a significant investment in underfunded green technologies like direct air capture and green hydrogen. The UK is highlighted for its progress in reducing carbon emissions and its role in supporting green innovation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of continued innovation and collaboration to address environmental challenges.

What is the main goal of the partnership between the Gates Foundation and the British Government?

• To invest in well-known green technologies

• To support under-funded green technologies

• To reduce taxes on green technology

• To create new green technology companies

Why is the UK considered a suitable partner for the green technology initiative?

• It has the largest number of green technology companies

• It has the highest green premium

• It has a large coal industry

• It has made significant progress in reducing carbon emissions

What is the 'green premium' mentioned by Bill Gates?

• The extra cost of making technologies green

• The tax on green technology

• The cost of traditional energy sources

• The profit from selling green technology

What is the role of conferences according to Bill Gates?

• To reduce the cost of green technology

• To identify gaps and drive innovation

• To showcase completed projects

• To finalize all green technology solutions

What challenge does Bill Gates highlight about green hydrogen?

• It is not supported by the government

• It is currently very expensive

• It is not widely known

• It is too cheap