Al Gore on the new urgency of the climate crisis

Update: 2020-07-02

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Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore has been a leader in climate advocacy for over 40 years. He argues that amid the global pandemic and worldwide calls for racial justice, climate action can help create a “clean, prosperous, just future” for all. He also highlights youth’s vital role in pressuring governments and businesses on environmental issues, and the effect of strategies like carbon pricing and nuclear energy on reducing emissions. This virtual conversation is part of TED2020, hosted by head of TED Chris Anderson. It was recorded June 23, 2020.

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Al Gore on the new urgency of the climate crisis

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Al Gore on the new urgency of the climate crisis

Al Gore on the new urgency of the climate crisis