The COP26 climate summit starts in Glasgow on Sunday.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg is on site.
Update from Sunday, October 31, 2021, 12 noon:
Environmental activist Greta Thunberg has defended radical forms of protest in the fight for more climate protection.
Sometimes it is just necessary to anger some people in order to draw attention to issues, said the Swede on Sunday the BBC at the start of the UN climate summit COP26 in Glasgow.
"The school strike movement would never have become so well known if there had been no friction, if some people hadn't been pissed off," said Thunberg.
Of course, it is important that no one is injured during the demonstrations.
In Great Britain, climate activists who are calling for comprehensive insulation of houses had recently blocked important motorways and thus triggered traffic jams.
The government obtained injunctions against the group Insulate Britain and sharply criticized the actions of the demonstrators.
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Greta Thunberg is currently attending the climate conference in Glasgow.
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COP26 in Glasgow: Arnold Schwarzenegger lets off steam
First report, October 29, 2021:
Glasgow - Arnold Schwarzenegger takes a clear position in the run-up to the GOP26 climate summit in Glasgow * and speaks out in favor of climate protection, lower CO2 emissions and less meat consumption.
The former governor of California told BBC Radio 4 that reducing carbon emissions * and protecting the climate would benefit the global economy and not, as many politicians have put it, harm the economy.
“They are liars, they are stupid.
Or they don't know how to proceed - you just have to have the courage to do it, ”says Schwarzenegger.
Arnold Schwarzenegger: Carbon dioxide reduction and prosperity go hand in hand
In the extensive interview with the BBC, Schwarzenegger pointed to California's continued economic success and productive job creation.
This proves that reducing carbon dioxide and increasing wealth go hand in hand.
Arnold Schwarzenegger was governor of the US state of California from 2003 to 2011.
During this time, the Republican announced relatively ambitious climate goals for California and set goals to reduce emissions and greenhouse gas emissions.
When it comes to climate protection, however, the native Austrian places his hopes primarily on new technologies.
Since leaving office, he has used his fame and influence to advance climate protection policies, particularly with the Schwarzenegger climate initiative.
The 74-year-old actor will also travel to Glasgow for the climate summit.
Climate protection by reducing meat consumption
Schwarzenegger also sees great advantages in reducing meat consumption, which is beneficial for climate protection.
Eating less meat has given the former Hollywood star more time to live.
"My cardiologist told me that my arteries have stopped narrowing since I started eating more vegetables and plant-based products," said Schwarzenegger.
“So how did I give up on something?
I've improved my health, which gave me an extra two years. ”The“ Terminator ”actor has already had several heart operations.
Arnold Schwarzenegger: "Buy local products"
Schwarzenegger also believes the technology will provide solutions for climate protection, referring to his Hummer - a massive, military-style off-road vehicle - which he converted from diesel to battery operation, as the electric version drives faster with more horsepower.
He was particularly concerned about air pollution and the greenhouse gases emitted by shipping, and suggests that the most important thing we as individuals can do to reduce carbon emissions is to shop locally.
“Buy local products.
Every time you buy something from overseas, it's bad for the environment - that's the worst thing you can do, ”said Schwarzenegger.
He plans to take part in the climate talks in Glasgow *, but does not trust the top-down system very much - he prefers to see the solution in the pressure of the population and technological change.
But Schwarzenegger remains optimistic and still believes: “There is no fate other than what we do ourselves.” (Sot with dpa)
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