TED: Remembering climate change ... a message from the year 2071 | Kim Stanley Robinson

The 2020s were marked by significant challenges, including pandemics and climate crises, which forced humanity to acknowledge its dependence on science and the fragility of civilization. The decade saw a transformation in scientific cooperation and economic policies, leading to decarbonization efforts like regenerative agriculture and clean energy. Despite challenges, such as political instability and the need for geoengineering, the global community achieved significant milestones, including the stabilization of CO2 levels and the empowerment of marginalized groups. These efforts laid the foundation for a sustainable future.

What was the significant realization during the first pandemic?

• The fragility of political systems

• The need for more technology

• The importance of global cooperation

• Humanity's dependence on science

What was the main challenge during the great heat waves of 2023?

• Lack of water resources

• High heat and humidity

• Economic recession

• Political instability

How did the scientific community respond to the climate crisis?

• Through unprecedented cooperation

• By focusing on individual efforts

• By increasing funding for research

• By developing new technologies

What financial mechanism was introduced to support decarbonization?

• Carbon tax

• Green bonds

• Environmental grants

• Carbon coin

Which project was NOT mentioned as part of the decarbonization efforts?

• Direct air capture

• Reforestation

• Nuclear energy

• Regenerative agriculture

What was a major benefit of the decarbonization projects?

• Increased global trade

• Full employment

• Higher education levels

• Improved healthcare

What role did indigenous people play during the 2020s?

• They developed new technologies

• They managed lands with long-term care values

• They focused on urban development

• They led political reforms

What was a significant social change during the 2020s?

• Increased urbanization

• Women's empowerment

• Decline in education

• Rise in unemployment

What was the purpose of the efforts in Antarctica and Greenland?

• To pump meltwater and stabilize glaciers

• To increase tourism

• To explore new resources

• To build research stations

What does living on the carbon standard signify?

• Dependence on fossil fuels

• Focus on economic growth

• Control over CO2 levels

• Emphasis on technological advancement