TED: Remembering climate change ... a message from the year 2071 | Kim Stanley Robinson

The 2020s were marked by significant challenges, including pandemics and climate crises, which forced humanity to acknowledge its dependence on science and the fragility of civilization. The decade saw a transformation in scientific cooperation and economic policies, leading to decarbonization efforts like regenerative agriculture and clean energy. Despite challenges, such as political instability and the need for geoengineering, the global community achieved significant milestones, including the stabilization of CO2 levels and the empowerment of marginalized groups. These efforts laid the foundation for a sustainable future.

What was the impact of the first pandemic on humanity's perception of civilization?

How did the heat waves of 2023 affect the global population?

What were the key questions humanity faced during the second pandemic?

In what ways did the scientific community respond to the crises of the 20s?

What role did carbon coins play in the transformation of the global economy?

What were some of the methods used for carbon drawdown during the 20s?

How did the concept of full employment relate to the efforts in the 20s?

What changes occurred in the management of land by Indigenous people during this period?

Discuss the significance of the sunlight deflection efforts in 2028.

Reflect on the overall achievements of the 20s in terms of climate action.