LSE's Stern Says U.S. Important to Climate Deals

The transcript discusses the importance of the Paris Agreement on climate change, highlighting the US's role and the ongoing debate in Washington about whether to stay in the agreement. Key figures like Rex Tillerson and Mnuchin support staying due to the risks of climate change and potential growth opportunities. However, there is opposition from figures like the head of the EPA and Steve Bannon. The discussion emphasizes the importance of rational decision-making and the hope that the US will remain in the agreement.

What is the primary goal of the Paris Agreement mentioned in the video?

• To reduce global poverty

• To limit global temperature rise to well below 2 degrees

• To increase global trade

• To promote renewable energy exclusively

Which key figures in the US administration are mentioned as supporting the Paris Agreement?

• Rex Tillerson and Mnuchin

• Steve Bannon and the head of the EPA

• Ivanka and Jared

• The Vice President and Secretary of Education

What are some of the risks mentioned if the US leaves the Paris Agreement?

• Increase in global poverty

• Rise in unemployment rates

• Loss of international reputation and business opportunities

• Decrease in renewable energy production

Who are identified as part of the group favoring the US leaving the Paris Agreement?

• The Secretary of State and Defense

• Rex Tillerson and Mnuchin

• The head of the EPA and Steve Bannon

• Ivanka and Jared

What is the hope expressed regarding the US's decision on the Paris Agreement?

• That economic interests will lead to leaving

• That rational analysis will lead to staying

• That public opinion will not matter

• That the decision will be postponed indefinitely