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The Intersection of the Climate Crisis and Social Justice
14:38 - 22:29 (07:51)
The climate crisis is a result of a mindset of arrogance, greed and hierarchy that has also perpetuated economic inequality, misogyny and racism. While making climate friendly lifestyle choices may not directly impact carbon emissions and climate change, it does signal to others the level of commitment to combat the crisis.
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A recent study shows that making climate friendly lifestyle choices has no impact on actual carbon emissions and climate change, but it can make people take the message more seriously and be able to identify climate activists.
14:38 - 19:11 (04:33)
Summary
A recent study shows that making climate friendly lifestyle choices has no impact on actual carbon emissions and climate change, but it can make people take the message more seriously and be able to identify climate activists.
ChapterThe Intersection of the Climate Crisis and Social Justice
EpisodeHow to transform your climate concern into action | Jane Fonda
PodcastTED Talks Daily
In order to confront the climate crisis, humans must also address economic inequality, misogyny, and racism, as they all stem from a mindset of arrogance, greed, and hierarchy.
19:11 - 22:29 (03:18)
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In order to confront the climate crisis, humans must also address economic inequality, misogyny, and racism, as they all stem from a mindset of arrogance, greed, and hierarchy. The goal is to create a cleaner environment with cleaner air, water, and food, resulting in happier and healthier people. Activism is motivated by fear for the future and anger towards previous generations. Net zero carbon emissions must be achieved by 2050, with significant progress made by 2030.