Climate Change and the Kyoto Protocol

The video discusses the global failure to address climate change, focusing on the U.S. not joining the Kyoto Treaty during the Clinton and Bush administrations. It highlights the lack of participation from countries like Australia and China, which prioritize economic growth over environmental commitments. The video criticizes the Kyoto Protocol as insufficient and notes the unambitious efforts of European countries. Overall, it emphasizes the urgent need for a more effective global response to climate change.

Which administration first failed to include the US in the Kyoto Treaty?

• Reagan Administration

• Clinton Administration

• Bush Administration

• Obama Administration

Which country recently decided not to harm its economic growth for environmental commitments?

• India

• Russia

• Brazil

• China

Which country is not mentioned as being outside the Kyoto Treaty?

• India

• China

• Brazil

• Australia

Which countries spearheaded the Kyoto Treaty?

• United States and Canada

• China and India

• European countries and Japan

• Australia and New Zealand

What is the main criticism of the Kyoto Protocol according to the transcript?

• It was too lenient

• It was too costly

• It was too ambitious

• It was too complex

What is the target concentration of carbon dioxide mentioned in the transcript?

• 550 parts per million

• 500 parts per million

• 450 parts per million

• 400 parts per million

What is the most concerning issue of the 20th century according to the transcript?

• Nuclear proliferation

• Economic inequality

• Global terrorism

• Climate change

Which system is criticized for failing to address climate change effectively?

• The United Nations

• The European Union

• The World Trade Organization

• The nation-state system