Kerry on What It Will Take to Meet Net Zero Goals

The transcript covers a discussion with a former Secretary of State about their transition from the role and their current work. It delves into the complexities of international conferences, particularly focusing on the Glasgow climate agreement. The conversation highlights the challenges and achievements in reaching a consensus among nations, emphasizing the importance of reducing emissions to meet climate goals by 2050.

Who is currently the Secretary of State, according to the speaker?

• The President

• The speaker's former deputy

• The speaker themselves

• A new appointee from outside the department

What is a common characteristic of international conferences, as mentioned in the transcript?

• All agreements are finalized well in advance

• Agreements are often not fully settled until the last minute

• Only a few nations participate

• They are always held in Paris

How many nations typically participate in international conferences like the one in Glasgow?

• 50

• 100

• 195

• 250

What was a significant outcome of the Glasgow summit?

• A decrease in global emissions by 10%

• The greatest raising of ambition in the process's history

• A unanimous decision to increase military spending

• A new trade agreement between the US and China

What is the target for global emission reduction over the next eight years?

• 10%

• 25%

• 60%

• 45%