Francois Hollande Kicks Off COP21 Mission Innovation

The transcript discusses a climate initiative involving states and the private sector, led by Bill Gates. It emphasizes the need for collaboration on future technologies to ensure energy transition. Countries are encouraged to double their clean energy R&D budgets by 2020. The urgency of action in the clean energy sector is highlighted.

Who are the key figures expected to join the event as mentioned in the introduction?

• The President of France and Prime Minister Modi

• The President of the United States and Prime Minister Modi

• The President of China and Prime Minister Modi

• The President of the United States and Prime Minister of Canada

What is the main goal of the collaboration between states and the private sector?

• To increase global trade

• To advance future technologies for energy transition

• To promote cultural exchange

• To develop new military technologies

Which prominent figure is associated with the mission Innovation?

• Warren Buffet

• Bill Gates

• Jeff Bezos

• Elon Musk

What commitment must countries make to join the initiative?

• Ban fossil fuels by 2025

• Invest in nuclear energy

• Double their clean energy R&D budget by 2020

• Reduce carbon emissions by 50%

What is the speaker's call to action regarding clean energy?

• To delay investments until 2030

• To wait for other countries to lead

• To act swiftly in the clean energy sector

• To focus solely on fossil fuels