Fossil Fuels Threaten Human Life, Colombian Leader Says

The transcript discusses the urgent need for a global economic transformation away from fossil fuels to a sustainable, decarbonized economy. It highlights the importance of combining political values like democracy, freedom, and peace with economic strategies to build a future that can serve as a model for the world. The Americas are envisioned as a potential leader in this transformation, becoming a beacon for humanity.

What challenges does the text suggest are posed by fossil fuel dependency?

In what way can the Americas become a beacon for humankind according to the text?