Nicola Sturgeon speech ahead of COP 26

The transcript discusses the urgent need for global action on climate change, highlighting that current commitments are insufficient to limit temperature rise to 1.5 degrees. It stresses the importance of COP 26 and the role of small countries like Scotland in leading climate efforts. The need for significant emission cuts by major emitters and the fulfillment of climate finance promises are emphasized as crucial steps to prevent catastrophic global warming.

What is the current status of global efforts to combat climate change according to the transcript?

• The world is on track to meet climate goals.

• The world is aware of the necessary actions but is not meeting the challenge.

• Promises made are sufficient to limit temperature rise to 1.5 degrees.

• All countries have fulfilled their climate promises.

What is the consequence of limiting temperature increases to 2.7 degrees?

• It would create a sustainable environment.

• It would result in a hellscape on Earth.

• It would stabilize global temperatures.

• It would prevent climate change.

What is crucial for keeping the 1.5-degree ambition alive?

• Significant emission cuts by 2030 from major emitters.

• Ignoring climate pledges.

• Increasing coal-powered projects.

• Reducing renewable energy usage.

What must the COP26 summit deliver according to the transcript?

• A reduction in climate finance.

• Real progress in climate finance and emission reductions.

• An increase in fossil fuel usage.

• A decrease in renewable energy projects.

What financial promise was made by developed countries in Copenhagen?

• $200 billion annually from 2020.

• $100 billion annually from 2020.

• $500 billion annually from 2020.

• $50 billion annually from 2020.