Climate Change: How Businesses Are Joining the Fight

The video discusses a conference focused on climate action, highlighting commitments from major companies like Statoil to reduce carbon and methane emissions. It emphasizes the growing advocacy for carbon pricing and the role of investors in pushing companies towards renewable energy. Notable investments in clean energy by entities like the Rockefeller Brothers Fund and Warren Buffett are also covered, showcasing a shift in financial strategies towards sustainability.

Which company is striving to be recognized as the most carbon-efficient oil and gas producer?

• Shell

• ExxonMobil

• BP

• Statoil

What role has the World Bank played in the context of carbon pricing?

• It has opposed carbon pricing initiatives.

• It has been a major advocate for carbon pricing.

• It has remained neutral on carbon pricing.

• It has discouraged companies from adopting carbon pricing.

Which company restated its commitment to renewable energy by 2040?

• Nestle

• Mars

• Apple

• Sinopec

What significant change did the Rockefeller Brothers Fund make regarding its investments?

• Invested heavily in oil companies

• Focused on nuclear energy

• Shifted away from fossil fuel investments

• Increased investments in coal

How much is the California Teachers Retirement System planning to invest in clean energy over the next five years?

• $5 billion

• $1 billion

• $2.5 billion

• $3.7 billion