Climate protesters block Amazon distribution hub

The video discusses a coordinated protest by Extinction Rebellion targeting Amazon's distribution centers in the UK. The protest aims to disrupt Amazon's operations to highlight the company's significant carbon emissions, which are comparable to those of a medium-sized country like Denmark. The video criticizes Amazon's growth model, which prioritizes infinite growth on a finite planet, contributing to environmental degradation and impacting its workforce.

What is the main goal of the Extinction Rebellion protest against Amazon?

• To promote Amazon's distribution efficiency

• To support Amazon's business model

• To demand Amazon pay for its environmental impact

• To increase Amazon's profits

How much carbon does Amazon emit annually?

• 10 million metric tons

• 30 million metric tons

• 60 million metric tons

• 100 million metric tons

Amazon's carbon emissions are comparable to which of the following?

• A small city

• A large continent

• A medium-sized country like Denmark

• A small island nation

What is a significant consequence of Amazon's growth model?

• It supports local businesses

• It promotes sustainable development

• It reduces carbon emissions

• It harms the planet and its workers

What is the annual growth rate of Amazon's carbon emissions?

• 20-25%

• 15-19%

• 10-15%

• 5-10%