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Can We Avert Climate Change by Changing Our Behavior?
00:00 - 05:23 (05:23)
As climate change continues to be a global crisis, it is crucial to explore ways to meet global emissions goals. A green shift in behavior can help in reducing carbon emissions and avert climate change.
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Climate change not only poses a threat to our planet but also challenges traditional approaches to improving people's quality of life.
00:00 - 01:13 (01:13)
Summary
Climate change not only poses a threat to our planet but also challenges traditional approaches to improving people's quality of life. However, around the world, there are examples of sustainable living that could serve as a roadmap to a better future.
ChapterCan We Avert Climate Change by Changing Our Behavior?
EpisodeThe Sunday Read: ‘What Does Sustainable Living Look Like? Maybe Like Uruguay’
PodcastThe Daily
As the country transitioned to a green grid, people began changing their behavior and turned to solar powered hot water heaters, using cheaper night electricity, and shopping secondhand.
01:13 - 05:23 (04:10)
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As the country transitioned to a green grid, people began changing their behavior and turned to solar powered hot water heaters, using cheaper night electricity, and shopping secondhand. Despite this, the standard of living remained high, and others could aspire to it, but the country still faced turmoil as the economy collapsed and many were imprisoned.