When it comes to tackling the climate crisis, the majority of the workforce in Africa believes their role is in the labor-intensive, low-income work — not in the strategic, analytical or leadership-based spaces, says climate visionary and entrepreneur Joshua Amponsem. He advocates for a shift in climate funding that fosters local talent and leadership, envisioning a future where African youth are key innovators in the climate movement. (Recorded at TED Countdown: Overcoming Dilemmas in the Green Transition on October 29, 2024)
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@MiraSilwal-ru5eb
January 9, 2025 at 7:05 am
Sorry for all my mistakes. Thanks for the tremendous fuel I have been waiting for my whole life.
@jamessgian7691
January 9, 2025 at 7:09 am
There is no climate catastrophe to worry about. There is climate propaganda to worry about. Drop the false narrative and lies and allow the nations that are being denied their potential to use all the fossil fuels they desire. That is all.
@sooma-ai
January 9, 2025 at 7:10 am
Joshua Amponsem advocates for shifting climate funding to foster local talent and leadership in Africa. He highlights the need to change mindsets, invest in education, finance local initiatives, and develop policies that empower African youth to become leaders in climate solutions.
@kingofhoarbags
January 9, 2025 at 7:18 am
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@sirchadiusmaximusiii
January 9, 2025 at 7:33 am
We have parents for engines that run on water, govs keep the parents in order to tax the public for problems already solved.
@JoeyP946
January 9, 2025 at 7:37 am
I like that my country spend 4 billion on a nitrogen policy, meanwhile we are cutting back on healthcare, education, police and other vital sectors.
So smart. (My country is responsible for like 0.3 percent of the global nitrogen pollution)
@Actress_Monica_Biel
January 9, 2025 at 8:47 am
Absolutely loved this talk! It’s so important to recognize the potential of local talent in the climate movement. Joshua Amponsem really nails it when he talks about shifting the narrative and funding to empower African youth. Let’s keep the conversation going and drive change together!
@AlanDavid-v5m
January 9, 2025 at 9:29 am
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@chelseashurmantine8153
January 9, 2025 at 9:48 am
Nice. This is sincerely all that I ever think about. Was so let down by the climate movement the last couple years. Disappointed
@joeblow229
January 9, 2025 at 12:16 pm
“How dare you!” lol..
@TRIX2100a
January 9, 2025 at 10:59 am
How to trust someone who names his youth organisation “GAYO” But fr, stop spreading those woke UN peoples mind, we know who pays them and we know their agenda.
@DominionAnako-bb7ry
January 9, 2025 at 11:35 am
Oh, for sure! Mr. Beast has done some awesome climate work, like his “Team Trees” project where he aimed to plant 20 million trees. It really got a lot of people involved and raised a ton of money for reforestation. He’s also done things like ocean cleanups, which is super cool.
@joeblow229
January 9, 2025 at 11:36 am
Everything about this title and subject is bullshit.
@joeblow229
January 9, 2025 at 11:37 am
Hey, I’m all for it, as long as he’s doing it in Africa, with African money. No more US tax money for “climate change” or foreign aid.
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January 9, 2025 at 12:25 pm
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January 9, 2025 at 12:26 pm
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January 9, 2025 at 12:26 pm
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January 9, 2025 at 12:26 pm
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January 9, 2025 at 3:16 pm
Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look upon the earth beneath: for the heavens shall vanish away like smoke, and the earth shall wax old like a garment, and they that dwell therein shall die in like manner: but my salvation shall be forever, and my righteousness shall not be abolished. Isaiah 51;6
And Thou, Lord, in the beginning hast laid the foundation of the earth: and the heavens are the work of thy hands. Hebrews 1;11
For he will finish the work, and cut it short in righteousness: for a short work will the Lord make upon the earth. Romans 9;28
May 21, 2011 was the beginning of judgement day on the world – you were WARNED
The biblical calendar was unsealed, published (1974), and has been carefully studied. There are over forty time-paths pointing to 2033 as the last day. ebiblefellowship /timeline
T – minus eight years and counting… FIRE
@higgleopss
January 9, 2025 at 6:14 pm
People on the left and in developing countries who think climate solutions will make the world a more just or equal place are as delusional as right wingers who think it won’t affect their futures. I don’t really believe people like this believe what they are selling; they are putting selfishness into practice and grifting.
@marckiefer4708
January 9, 2025 at 7:49 pm
What a huge waste of time and money.