CLEAN : Climate change boosts conflict risk floods hunger UN

The video discusses the importance of addressing climate change, emphasizing the need for informed decisions and the role of policymakers. It highlights the economic opportunities in tackling climate change, such as innovation and investment, rather than viewing it as a loss. The video also points out the significant financial gap in climate change funding and the urgent need to address this issue. The impact of climate change on the Philippines, particularly during Typhoon Haiyan, is used to illustrate the real and urgent costs of climate change.

What is the role of scientific consensus in climate change decision-making?

• To ignore the uncertainties in climate data

• To empower smart decisions through careful assessment

• To provide a basis for altering assignments

• To focus solely on economic growth

How should addressing climate change be viewed in terms of economic impact?

• As a reason to halt technological advancements

• As a temporary setback for economic growth

• As an opportunity to invest in innovation and creativity

• As a deadweight loss to the economy

What is the main issue highlighted regarding climate change funding?

• There is an excess of funds available

• The funding needs are clearly defined

• There is a significant gap between needed and available funds

• The funds are being misused

What was one of the impacts of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines?

• It was a financial boon for the region

• It had no effect on the local population

• It caused minimal damage

• It resulted in over 8000 people being declared dead or missing

Why is it urgent to address climate change impacts?

• Because it is a temporary issue

• Because it only affects a small number of people

• Because it is the true cost of climate change

• Because it is a minor inconvenience