CLEAN : Kofi Annan urges action against deforestation in Ghana

The video discusses the African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative launched at COP 21 to restore 100 million hectares of African forests by 2030. It emphasizes ending deforestation, investing in sustainable reforestation, and transitioning to low carbon energy. Personal reflections highlight the benefits of forests, while the importance of public engagement in climate change politics is stressed.

What was the primary goal of the African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative launched at COP 21?

• To promote industrialization in African countries

• To increase urban development in Africa

• To restore 100 million hectares of forests in Africa by 2030

• To reduce agricultural land in Africa

Why is it important to invest in sustainable reforestation according to the video?

• To build more roads in forest regions

• To increase tourism in forest areas

• To enhance mining activities in forest areas

• To restore degraded lands and promote new forests

What is a key strategy mentioned for preventing forest clearing for energy purposes?

• Promoting low-carbon energy solutions

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Expanding coal mining

• Building more nuclear power plants

What personal benefits of forests are highlighted in the video?

• Forests are suitable for urban expansion

• Forests are ideal for building factories

• Forests offer shaded areas and support biodiversity

• Forests provide a place for industrial waste

How can public concern influence political action on climate change?

• By supporting leaders who prioritize climate action

• By focusing solely on economic growth

• By ignoring environmental issues

• By reducing public awareness campaigns