ClimconIn this video, I share about why I don't find IPCC reports on climate change particularly useful or helpful, and then I outline the 1 thing I think they are actually useful for.
Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:00 #1: It's not written for most people 1:22 #2: It doesn't say anything new 2:49 #3: It doesn't address a real need 4:03 What it is useful for (part 1) 4:59 What it is useful for (part 2) 5:34 Outro
Why IPCC reports arent usefulClimcon2022-04-29 | In this video, I share about why I don't find IPCC reports on climate change particularly useful or helpful, and then I outline the 1 thing I think they are actually useful for.
Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:00 #1: It's not written for most people 1:22 #2: It doesn't say anything new 2:49 #3: It doesn't address a real need 4:03 What it is useful for (part 1) 4:59 What it is useful for (part 2) 5:34 OutroManaging eco-anxiety and depression as an activistClimcon2022-06-07 | In this video, I talk about about my struggles with eco-anxiety, climate anxiety, and depression. I share some tips and tools that I've used to manage my mental health while organizing as a climate activist. These tips may be helpful for others who are struggling mentally while fighting for social change.
Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:56 Part 1 - Disappointment with the world 1:54 Circles of control, influence, and concern (Tool) 2:38 Don’t read all the news (Tip) 3:40 Part 2 – Growing into activism 3:44 Surround yourself with like-minds (Tip) 4:23 Work That Reconnects (Tool) 6:23 Plum Village Tradition (Tool) 8:18 Part 3 – Devastation (tw: suicidal ideation, depression) 11:41 Get professional help (Tool) 12:38 Have an identity outside of climate change (Tip) 13:19 Step back if needed (Tip) 14:38 Be kind (Tip) 15:29 Part 4 – Moving forward 15:48 You will change (Tip) 16:35 Outro
Climate change icon used in the cover image was created by Freepik - FlaticonCan I fix climate change in ONE try?Climcon2022-05-07 | In this video, I attempt to solve climate change in one try by playing a game created by the Financial Times. I have to make the correct choices to save the planet from a warming future and achieve net zero by 2050!
Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:32 Choosing an advisor 1:06 Round 1 3:28 Round 2 4:09 Round 3 5:06 Results 5:59 OutroThe Best Climate Speeches EVERClimcon2022-04-18 | This video features the best climate speeches that have ever been given and breaks down what makes them great, while also mentioning things that could be improved upon
Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:25 David Attenborough 2:06 Yeb Sano 4:01 Leonardo DiCaprio 6:55 Mia Mottley 10:20 Greta Thunberg 12:41 Vanessa Nakate 15:50 OutroWant to make SUSTAINABILITY your career? WATCH THISClimcon2022-04-04 | This video covers key tips for how to break into the sustainability industry, whether you're a young professional or looking for a career switch.
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