Climate activist Greta Thunberg is interviewed

The video discusses climate action, focusing on the UK's commitment to net zero carbon emissions by 2050. It questions what constitutes progress and critiques the adequacy of current efforts. The discussion highlights the ambitious nature of climate targets and the potential harm of incremental progress, emphasizing the need for more substantial action to avoid negative future consequences.

What is the UK's target year for achieving net zero carbon emissions?

• 2030

• 2040

• 2050

• 2060

What is the significance of the 1.5 degrees of warming target?

• It is a benchmark for economic growth.

• It is a goal for increasing renewable energy usage.

• It is a threshold to prevent severe climate impacts.

• It is a target for reducing global poverty.

Why might the UK's carbon budget be considered insufficient?

• It focuses too much on short-term goals.

• It may not adequately address the 1.5 degrees target.

• It is not aligned with international agreements.

• It does not include renewable energy sources.

What is a potential negative consequence of the UK's current climate actions?

• They could result in higher economic growth.

• They might encourage complacency in climate efforts.

• They may reduce the use of fossil fuels.

• They may lead to increased global cooperation.

How does the speaker view the UK's incremental progress towards climate goals?

• As a complete failure.

• As better than no progress at all.

• As a step backward.

• As a significant achievement.