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EPISODE · Aug 22, 2024 · 35 MIN

Cimate News: Net-zero by 2050 back in the news, window to 'suicidal idea' closing fast

from Climate Conversations · host Robert McLean

The idea of net zero by 2050, considered by many, including Adrian Whitehead, to be 'suicidal' is back in the news: "Australia’s window for hitting net zero is ‘rapidly closing’"; Filmmaker, Damon Gameau, has given viewers something new with "Future Council: The kids talking truth to power"; "Girls in Southern Africa are being married off in exchange for food amid El Niño drought"; "As La Niña strengthens, forecasters warn of a potential return to drought"; "Countries' climate obligations could be legally defined at top UN court in December"; "What the data says about Americans’ views of climate change"; "4 Billion People Worldwide Lack Access to Safe Drinking Water, Study Finds"; "Prime Minister and Welsh First Minister announce vision to make Britain a clean energy superpower"; "As climate changes, scorching summers bring deadly heat for people with disabilities"; "Calls for carbon subsidy reform as polluters bank gains"; "Yes, it’s difficult for governments to pick green industry winners – but it’s essential Australia tries"; "More money is flowing to charge electric trucks in California"; "Australia won’t have ‘green steel’ to itself. Africa is poised to become a global hub"; "Poor compliance and broad exemptions mean land clearing continues apace in northern Australia – despite our laws and pledges"; "Inquiry raises deep concerns over Labor’s $1.5 billion cash splash for new NT gas hub"; "Climate Change Makes Lightning More Likely. Here’s Why That’s a Big Deal"; "California cuts back on safety enforcement as farmworkers toil in extreme heat"; "Carbon Counter: Is carbon capture and storage the solution to the climate crisis?"; "NZ’s electricity market is a mess. Rolling out rooftop solar would change the game"; "How open spaces can save lives during wildfires"; "Harris’ DNC climate moment awaits"; "Fast, wet and furious: How the North American monsoon floods the California desert"; "Humans can work with nature to solve big environmental problems – but there’s no quick fix"; "Australia risks missing $250b green iron opportunity".

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