How to get everyone to care about a green economy | Angela Francis

The speaker shares a personal story to highlight the need for diverse voices in the environmental sector. They discuss the economic and political challenges in addressing climate change, emphasizing the importance of a green economy that benefits everyone. The talk explores regional economic disparities, the impact of populism, and the need to change the conversation to focus on how a green economy can improve lives. The speaker argues that climate action can have economic benefits and stresses the importance of practical solutions and fairness in the green transition.

What unique perspective does the speaker bring to the environmental sector?

• Being a politician

• Having superpowers like a superhero

• Growing up in London

• Being a Black economist from Derby

What is the main reason politicians are slow to act on environmental issues, according to the speaker?

• Environmental issues are not important

• Lack of public interest

• Insufficient technology

• Competing priorities like Brexit and the economy

Why does the speaker emphasize investment in agriculture and manufacturing?

• To increase exports

• To support a green economy

• To reduce taxes

• To improve urban infrastructure

What does the speaker believe is the impact of regional economic disparities in the UK?

• They have no significant impact

• They concentrate wealth in London

• They improve national productivity

• They are beneficial for rural areas

How does the speaker suggest we change the conversation about the environment?

• By reducing public spending

• By focusing on how a green economy can improve current societal issues

• By ignoring economic challenges

• By prioritizing environmental issues above all else

What is the speaker's view on the cost of saving the planet?

• It should be funded by private companies

• It is not worth the investment

• It is affordable and beneficial

• It is too expensive

What does the speaker identify as a key factor in making the green transition successful?

• Increasing fossil fuel subsidies

• Reducing government intervention

• Ensuring fairness and accessibility

• Focusing solely on technology

According to the speaker, what is necessary for the electric vehicle market to thrive?

• More petrol stations

• Increased car manufacturing

• Higher fuel levies

• Better public transport and infrastructure

What does the speaker suggest is the role of the environment sector in the green transition?

• To leave policy-making to politicians

• To be involved in social and economic policy discussions

• To prioritize urban development

• To focus on technical solutions only

What is the speaker's ultimate goal in discussing the green economy?

• To focus on long-term benefits only

• To add more issues to people's concerns

• To reduce government spending

• To show how it can improve lives now