Episode
How do we get the world off fossil fuels quickly and fairly? | TED Countdown
36:14
Published: Mon Mar 27 2023
Description
What are the realistic pathways off of fossil fuels and towards a world of abundant clean energy? TED Countdown gathered for its second Dilemma Series -- events designed to look at some of the tricky challenges of climate change, where diverging positions have stalled progress -- to answer this core question of the climate crisis. Through TED Talks and conversations with experts, activists and leading voices in the space, this film delves into the tension between the necessity to extricate ourselves from fossil fuels, which endanger our collective future, and the equally paramount necessity of a stable and secure supply of energy for everyone. (Featuring, in order of appearance: Catherine Abreu, Tessa Khan, Laurence Tubiana, Hisham Mundol, Hongqiao Liu, Rebekah Shirley, Vijaya Ramachandran, Zoë Knight, Mary Robinson, Lindsay Levin, David Biello, Adair Turner, Jérôme Schmitt, Ramez Naam, Tzeporah Berman, Luisa Neubauer, Emily Grubert and Jade Begay)
Chapters
Climate leaders, experts, and activists weigh in on the challenge of transitioning away from fossil fuels quickly and fairly at a 2022 Dilemma Session of TED Countdown.
00:00 - 01:46 (01:46)
Summary
Climate leaders, experts, and activists weigh in on the challenge of transitioning away from fossil fuels quickly and fairly at a 2022 Dilemma Session of TED Countdown. They share their perspectives on the issue and invite people to get involved with Countdown, TED's initiative to accelerate solutions to the climate crisis.
EpisodeHow do we get the world off fossil fuels quickly and fairly? | TED Countdown
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The reduction of fossil fuel demands is critical to meet carbon targets safely.
01:46 - 08:16 (06:29)
Summary
The reduction of fossil fuel demands is critical to meet carbon targets safely. The call is to reduce coal demand by 90%, oil by at least 75%, and gas demand by well over 50%, to avoid reaching an absolute limit of CO2 emissions and not invest in coal mines and electricity plants.
EpisodeHow do we get the world off fossil fuels quickly and fairly? | TED Countdown
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The energy system requires a holistic approach to balance the production and supply of clean energy while minimizing fossil fuel usage.
08:16 - 14:22 (06:06)
Summary
The energy system requires a holistic approach to balance the production and supply of clean energy while minimizing fossil fuel usage. It is vital to push for policies, citizen advocacy, and technological advancements to prompt large fossil fuel companies to transition towards a clean future.
EpisodeHow do we get the world off fossil fuels quickly and fairly? | TED Countdown
PodcastTED Talks Daily
Africa's energy transitions and how to dissuade the use of fossil fuels have become a global debate as the continent needs power systems to help in fortifying against climate shocks.
14:22 - 22:24 (08:01)
Summary
Africa's energy transitions and how to dissuade the use of fossil fuels have become a global debate as the continent needs power systems to help in fortifying against climate shocks.
EpisodeHow do we get the world off fossil fuels quickly and fairly? | TED Countdown
PodcastTED Talks Daily
The cost of clean energy creation and storage is rapidly decreasing, with hydrogen and other fuels potentially becoming a major player in powering industries such as aviation and shipping.
22:25 - 35:45 (13:20)
Summary
The cost of clean energy creation and storage is rapidly decreasing, with hydrogen and other fuels potentially becoming a major player in powering industries such as aviation and shipping. Constructing a continent-sized grid in the US could provide the highest reliability grid at the lowest cost with the least carbon emissions, and the majority of fossil fuel-fired power generators could potentially meet or exceed their lifespan if they were to close by 2035 to achieve President Biden's power sector decarbonization target.
EpisodeHow do we get the world off fossil fuels quickly and fairly? | TED Countdown
PodcastTED Talks Daily
This podcast series explores the connection between mental, physical and spiritual health, and how we can choose to amplify or diminish our energy.
35:45 - 36:36 (00:50)
Summary
This podcast series explores the connection between mental, physical and spiritual health, and how we can choose to amplify or diminish our energy. Featuring major breakthroughs in integrating the mind, body and spirit, the series raises important questions about consent and recognizing energy in ourselves and others.