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Cutting our Greenhouse Gas Emissions to Zero

Provided by: PBS |Published on: November 15, 2022

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Synopsis

This video presents the essential strategy of addressing climate change through mitigation efforts like increasing energy efficiency, reducing energy waste, and increasing clean energy production.
The video provides a visual representation of annual coal emissions to help students grasp the scale of the problem and discusses the need for energy storage and distribution solutions.

Subjects: Earth and Space Sciences, Economics, Engineering

Authors: NOVA

Region: Global

Languages: English

Positives

This video simplifies complex topics like climate mitigation and the clean energy transition.
The video uses a mix of data visualization, graphics, and expert interviews.

Additional Prerequisites

Although not mentioned in the video, it is essential to clarify the difference between reaching zero emissions versus net-zero emissions.
This resource requires access to the Internet.

Differentiation

For students who may prefer to read along, the resource includes a transcript of the video.
The video briefly mentions the importance of carbon sequestration, which the teacher can expand upon.
Have students consider the social, economic, and political reasons why the clean energy transition is not happening faster and brainstorm how these challenges can be overcome.
Use this other resource to provide a more in-depth look at clean energy technologies.

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