TED: This country isn't just carbon neutral -- it's carbon negative | Tshering Tobgay

The speaker discusses Bhutan's unique cultural identity, focusing on the national dress and the philosophy of Gross National Happiness. Bhutan's commitment to environmental conservation and carbon neutrality is highlighted, along with the challenges posed by climate change. The Bhutan For Life initiative is introduced as a funding mechanism to protect the environment. The talk concludes with a vision for global environmental efforts, inviting collaboration to replicate Bhutan's model worldwide.

What is the national dress for men in Bhutan called?

• Sari

• Kimono

• Gho

• Hanbok

What is the philosophy that guides Bhutan's development?

• Gross National Product

• Gross National Income

• Gross National Happiness

• Gross Domestic Product

What percentage of Bhutan is under forest cover?

• 50%

• 80%

• 60%

• 72%

How does Bhutan's constitution ensure environmental conservation?

• By encouraging deforestation

• By promoting urbanization

• By mandating a minimum forest cover

• By banning all industrial activities

What is Bhutan's status in terms of carbon emissions?

• Carbon dependent

• Carbon negative

• Carbon neutral

• Carbon positive

What major environmental challenge is Bhutan facing due to climate change?

• Desertification

• Melting glaciers

• Increased rainfall

• Rising sea levels

What initiative did Bhutan start to ensure long-term conservation funding?

• Clean Bhutan

• Green Bhutan

• Bhutan For Life

• Bhutan Forever

What is the purpose of the Bhutan For Life initiative?

• To promote tourism

• To fund conservation efforts

• To increase GDP

• To build infrastructure

What global vision does Bhutan have for conservation?

• Earth For Life

• World Conservation Fund

• Global Green Initiative

• Planet Protection Plan

How does Bhutan plan to help other countries with conservation?

• By providing free education

• By setting up a global fund

• By exporting renewable energy

• By increasing forest cover