CLEAN : Hundreds protest Wall Street over climate change

The video discusses the influence of politics and Wall Street on the continued reliance on fossil fuels, despite the need for clean energy. It advocates for divestment from fossil fuels and reinvestment in sustainable economic structures, particularly in communities affected by climate change. The speaker criticizes the lack of commitment from international summits and emphasizes the need for progress. The video concludes with a discussion on the perceived inevitability of the current economic system and the futility of protest.

What is one reason given for the lack of progress in clean energy adoption?

• High cost of clean energy

• Political influence of the 1%

• Public disinterest

• Lack of technology

What is the first step proposed to combat the extractive economy?

• Increasing taxes on the wealthy

• Promoting global summits

• Investing in new technologies

• Divestment from fossil fuels

What type of structures are suggested for reinvestment to create sustainable economies?

• International organizations

• Private corporations

• Cooperative businesses

• Government agencies

What is the speaker's view on the effectiveness of UN summits on climate change?

• They have been overly optimistic

• They have solved the major issues

• They have been noncommittal

• They have been highly effective

According to the speaker, why is protesting seen as pointless in America?

• Protests are illegal

• The government is too powerful

• Societal structures are unchangeable

• Protests lack organization