The G20 summit just closed, and let’s just say I’m pissed!
First things first, what is it? The G20 is comprised of the largest economies and works to address major issues related to the global economy.
What happened at the summit? I read a lot of contradictory news on whether it was a success or not. So I went to read the statement myself. So here’s a breakdown of 3 key areas (more to come soon):
What happened at the summit? I read a lot of contradictory news on whether it was a success or not. So I went to read the statement myself. So here’s a breakdown of 3 key areas (more to come soon):
Climate


“We will increase our efforts to implement the commitment to phase out and rationalize, over the medium term, inefficient fossil fuel subsidies that encourage wasteful consumption.”
This is completely inadequate
. Fossil fuel subsidies must be banned NOW, not phased out in the medium-term! Why? fossil fuels represent 89% of global CO2 emissions & stopping subsidies could cut those by 1/3. That’s why we are pushing to ban fossil fuel subsidies at COP 26: https://www.atlasmovement.org/fossilfuel

COVID 19


Gender Equality



It’s insane that in 2021, in this moment in history, 35 of the most powerful people on earth couldn’t come to real conclusions and concrete next steps on how to make the world more equitable. This past year has showed us the need for global leadership. We aren’t getting it.