Christiana Figueres: The Can-Do Advocate: The Paris Agreement on Climate Change
Drawing from the book Heroes of Environmental Diplomacy: Profiles in Courage, edited by Felix Dodds and Chris Spence, each episode highlights the remarkable contributions of leaders who have fought for sustainable development, protected vital ecosystems, and navigated complex political landscapes. This podcast is produced by Sustainable Society Cafe.
What does it take to turn a struggling global climate effort into one of the most ambitious agreements in history? In
this episode, we explore the remarkable leadership of Christiana Figueres, the former Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC, who transformed the UN’s climate framework from a place of frustration to one of hope. Drawing from her story, we uncover how Figueres inspired a “can-do” culture within the UNFCCC, building crucial alliances and mobilizing governments, businesses, and civil society to rally around bold climate goals. We’ll break down the key components of the Paris Agreement, including the 1.5°C temperature goal, the “net-zero” emissions target, and the five-year review cycle, and reflect on Figueres’s legacy as well as the ongoing challenges of keeping global action on track. Tune in to learn about the resilience, collaboration, and vision behind the Paris Agreement and the path it paved for climate action.
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