TED: How much clean electricity do we really need? | Solomon Goldstein-Rose

The video discusses the need for a massive increase in clean electricity generation to combat climate change. It explains the concept of a petawatt hour and the current state of global electricity generation. The speaker emphasizes that merely replacing fossil fuels with clean energy is insufficient; instead, a new, larger global electricity system is needed. The video outlines four main reasons for this need, including electrification, energy access, non-electrifiable sectors, and achieving net negative emissions. The speaker calls for immediate action to build this new system, highlighting its potential to improve global living standards.

What challenges do developing countries face regarding electricity access?

What role does carbon capture play in achieving net negative emissions?

In what ways can clean electricity generation impact global development?