These Trees Are Not What They Seem

These Trees Are Not What They Seem

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The video discusses the complexities and challenges of the carbon offset market, highlighting the disconnect between corporate climate claims and actual progress. Experts like Mark Trexler provide insights into the history and mechanisms of carbon offsets, while the role of organizations like The Nature Conservancy is scrutinized. The video emphasizes the need for systemic change to effectively combat climate change, rather than relying on potentially misleading carbon offset projects.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key reason for the disconnect between corporate climate claims and actual progress?

Lack of public interest

Use of ineffective offsets

Government regulations

Technological limitations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main advantage of carbon offsets according to the section?

They are cost-effective

They are universally accepted

They are technologically advanced

They are easy to implement

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which international agreement is mentioned in relation to carbon offsets?

Copenhagen Accord

Paris Agreement

Montreal Protocol

Kyoto Protocol

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surprising association was found with The Nature Conservancy?

They were against carbon offsets

They were involved in inflated credit projects

They were not involved in any projects

They criticized corporate partners

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the scenario presented by The Nature Conservancy for carbon revenues considered implausible?

They have no projects in Pennsylvania

The land is not threatened

They do not clearcut land bought through donations

The land is not owned by them

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of carbon offset registries?

To promote renewable energy

To fund climate projects

To set rules for carbon offset projects

To criticize corporate claims

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a challenge faced by carbon offset registries?

Balancing strictness with project feasibility

Gaining public trust

Finding enough projects

Reducing costs

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