António Guterres' UN Work on Climate Change
Summary
David Gellis discusses outgoing UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres' final climate address and exit interview. Guterres warns that global warming is accelerating, with emissions at record highs and a "super-sized" El Nino exacerbating extreme weather. While acknowledging progress in renewable energy costs, he criticizes the lack of political will and the massive profits of fossil fuel companies. The segment also explores the concept of climate justice, emphasizing the moral obligation of wealthy nations to support vulnerable countries facing severe climate impacts.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship announcements for WNYC Studios
Introduction to the Tuesday health and climate segment
Context on Guterres' final UN General Assembly address
Clip: Guterres warns of accelerating climate impacts
David Gellis joins to discuss the exit interview
Assessing the legacy of the Paris Climate Agreement
Why climate has fallen out of political headlines
The limits of the UN Secretary General's power
Clip: Guterres criticizes big oil profits
The economic strength of the fossil fuel industry
Recap and call-in segment introduction
Caller question on the UN successor selection process
Guterres' view on the continuity of climate action
Current weather events linked to El Nino
Scientific evidence for stronger El Nino events
Caller on true cost of fossil fuels vs renewables
Climate justice and responsibility of wealthy nations
Closing remarks and guest thanks
WNYC sponsorship information
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