Climate Quote by Barry Gardiner
“Whilst the developed world may say it wants to see much greater commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, this may only be politically feasible if there is strong support for adaptation measures in those countries at greatest immediate risk.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Climate Policy Discussion, 2021
Effective climate action requires both emission cuts and strong adaptation support for vulnerable nations.
In simple terms: Both mitigation and adaptation are needed.
Balance mitigation with adaptation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government planning
- NGO work
- community resilience
- international aid
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can adaptation be prioritized?
- What incentives drive political support?
Adaptation may be underfunded compared to mitigation.