TED: A new social contract for global climate justice | Huma Yusuf

The transcript discusses the severe flooding in Pakistan due to climate change, highlighting the country's minimal contribution to global emissions yet high vulnerability. It calls for reparations from developed nations and emphasizes the need for a sustainable development approach. The challenges of media coverage and aid distribution are also addressed, urging global cooperation for climate justice.

What has been one of the major health crises following the floods in Pakistan?

• Tuberculosis spread

• Influenza epidemic

• Malaria and dengue fever

• Cholera outbreak

Why is Pakistan considered a victim of climate injustice?

• It is a major industrialized nation.

• It has high greenhouse gas emissions.

• It has abundant natural resources.

• It emits less than 1% of global greenhouse gases but suffers greatly from climate change.

What is the 'catch up' argument in the context of climate justice?

• Developed countries should reduce emissions.

• Only developed countries should pay reparations.

• Developing countries should be allowed to emit more to grow economically.

• All countries should stop emitting immediately.

What does a clean green vision entail for countries like Pakistan?

• Leapfrogging to sustainable development

• Developing elite real estate

• Building more coal plants

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

What is a key component of the new era of climate diplomacy?

• Ignoring climate change

• Global cooperation and a broader definition of reparations

• Relying on fossil fuels

• Focusing solely on economic growth