Thanks to everyone for their comments. I wanted to share a private message from an African Paramount Chief. A Paramount Chief, Chief of all Chiefs, in Africa is the highest-ranking traditional leader within a specific ethnic group, region, or community. "This type of information keeps me afloat over issues of carbon emissions, frankly speaking, I know that when some new ideas are sold to us, the chances of getting a good deal is close to zero, and that we only get a raw deal and the smallest fraction of it, whilst the billions are pocketed. But then again comes in the factor of my people at play, I want them to get some money to improve there well being, and my stance will be renegotiating certain deals, not what’s put on the table by the interested parties is to be accepted before putting pen on paper. You are an eye opener, thank you."
Thank you for your message! I received this message I thought I would share. "Excellent talk and depth of analysis you’ve made, being a Chief/Paramount Chief, this type of information keeps me afloat over issues of carbon emissions, frankly speaking, I know that when some new ideas are sold to us, the chances of getting a good deal is close to zero, and that we only get a raw deal and the smallest fraction of it, whilst the billions are pocketed. But then again comes in the factor of my people at play, I want them to get some money to improve there well being, and my stance will be renegotiating certain deals, not what’s put on the table by the interested parties is to be accepted before putting pen on paper. You are an eye opener, thank you."
This is a stunning revelation that will change the world! Thank you Jaye for your leadership encourage to bring the truth to this dark reality. Hopefully this talk will force great change in the climate economy. Everyone who cares about climate change or is part of the carbon credit financial ecosystem should watch and share this talk.
Thank you, Jaye, for explaining this scam so well. I trust your viewpoint even more knowing you are on the ground, interacting with the communities who so desperately need this money but were not even aware they were being used as bait. Even more so, it is refreshing to understand a better, more integrous solution - something we should all care about. Fantastic!👏
Finally she demanded authenticity and process to do traceability like 10% of legitimate credits. For rest of 90% or rest of all to come in future. Plus yes if old money didn't go to community or project expenses and community who was the reason for possibly a corrupt link. The offices in international links?
Wow, I am blown away by this and learned so much about carbon credits! I am inspired by Jaye and all the work she is taking on and pioneering! We need to elevate awareness and conversation on this topic.
So... villages in Africa that would otherwise not have a strong carbon footprint in the first place, gets a crapload of money to build, import resources to build, drive more fuel efficient vehicles whose elements are mined, manufactured, shipped on giant cargo ships and shop at a local environmentally friendly Walmart that carry 2 million products, shipped over from China and fill their newly fabricated homes, built by machines, imported and... what was it you were talking about?
Hi, Thank you for your comment. While it may seem that Africa is profiting greatly from carbon credits, the reality is often very different. Much of the revenue from these programs tends to stay with intermediaries, brokers, and corporations outside of Africa. In many cases, local communities, who are the true stewards of these forests and lands, see very little benefit. That’s a major reason I’m advocating for transparency, accountability, and equitable distribution of resources. We need to ensure that the money generated actually uplifts the communities directly involved and doesn’t perpetuate the same cycles of exploitation. Let’s continue this conversation-it’s a critical one for creating a fairer climate economy.
@@BonnieShadow33 Africa’s carbon footprint is significantly smaller compared to most other continents. Here are key insights to consider: 1. Global Emissions Contribution: * Africa contributes only about 3-4% of the global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually, despite being home to nearly 18% of the world’s population. In contrast: *Asia accounts for over 50% of global emissions, largely driven by China and India. *North America contributes about 18%, with the United States being a major emitter. *Europe is responsible for around 13-15%.
Thank you for your comment. I understand your skepticism, but my TEDx talk was not advocating for imposing a Western consumerist model on African villages or enabling resource-intensive lifestyles under the guise of climate solutions. Instead, I highlighted the systemic flaws in the global carbon credit economy, where funds intended to benefit local communities often fail to do so. The issue isn’t about bringing environmentally questionable products or practices into these communities. It’s about ensuring that when carbon credits are generated using the resources of these villages-like their forests, land, or renewable projects-the actual benefits flow back to the people who are sacrificing or contributing to these efforts. Too often, these communities see promises of schools, hospitals, or clean water systems that never materialize, while external stakeholders profit. The focus of my talk was to advocate for transparency and accountability so that the $2 trillion climate economy works for the communities at the heart of it, not just the companies and governments leveraging their resources. It’s not about imposing industrialized consumerism-it’s about fairness, equity, and ensuring the benefits of these initiatives are tangible, meaningful, and aligned with the needs of the people directly involved. I hope this helps clarify what I was addressing in my talk. Thank you for taking the time to engage in this conversation.
Thank you for your comment. I appreciate your perspective and understand the skepticism surrounding carbon credits. My TEDx talk was precisely about exposing the systemic flaws and inequities in the current carbon credit economy-issues like lack of transparency, misuse of funds, and failure to deliver promised benefits to local communities. However, while there are valid concerns, dismissing the entire system as a "scam" overlooks the potential for reform. With accountability, transparency, and a focus on genuinely benefiting communities and ecosystems, carbon credits can be a tool for positive change. The key is ensuring the system works as intended, rather than perpetuating inequities. I encourage ongoing dialogue and scrutiny because that’s how we collectively push for better solutions.
@jayeconnolly2024 Unfortunately they can be tool to enrich already weathy ones and make poor poorer. If you don't own land with trees, you hardly get any credits. And rich ones can buy them. I don't deny climate change, however there is no research to this day that actually proves CO² as cause. More and more research of new research disproves this theory. Einstein said: No amount of positive results proves me right, one negative proves me wrong. This narrative sways people's attention from other hidden issues only few speaks about. Mainstream news never touches it. Voices are being silenced. One big thing that is directly contradicting the narative is fact that there are habitats like earthships that actually have negative carbon footprint (if I would believe narrative (it is belief, as there is no real scientific evidence, temperature records and other data shows otherwise) ). Yet we are not allowed to build them because building codes.
Our focus has to be on positive change. Hiw the world we want to live in works . I think the single most important priority is the elimination of neuclear arms. They have never been a detorant. But thats government work.
....I paid such close attention to what she was saying, even read the transcript and still have no idea how any of it works. It doesn't right? Like that's the whole point?
so close, though your missing the plot. voluntary carbon credits are sequestering carbon back into soils and biomes. The value of this market is restoring the small water cycle. 1 gram of carbon in the soil holds 7 grams of water. Industrial ag soils have 2 percent carbon or very much less. no carbon = dead soils. The IPCC does not include the cooling effect of the small water cycle in its models. The voluntary carbon credit market will over take the compliance emissions reduction market. How? mainly though ai proving the unequivocal and undeniable proof that that weather pattern disruption can be repaired.
Thank you for your comment and for highlighting the role of voluntary carbon credits in soil restoration and the small water cycle. I agree that carbon sequestration in soils can significantly enhance water retention and contribute to soil health, which is critical for combating desertification and supporting sustainable agriculture. The relationship between carbon and water is indeed powerful, and addressing industrial agriculture’s impact on soil carbon levels is essential. However, my TEDx talk focused on a different aspect of the carbon credit economy: ensuring that the benefits of these projects genuinely reach the communities whose resources are being leveraged. While voluntary markets have potential, they are not immune to the same challenges of transparency, equity, and accountability that plague compliance markets. Too often, funds are directed toward project developers and intermediaries, with minimal tangible benefits for local communities. The integration of AI to demonstrate the effectiveness of these systems is promising, but it must be paired with robust governance and local inclusion to prevent misuse and exploitation. For voluntary carbon markets to surpass compliance markets, they need to not only provide proof of ecological benefits but also ensure that the social and economic benefits flow equitably to those directly involved. Thank you for bringing attention to the importance of the small water cycle. These conversations are vital to shaping a more effective and equitable climate economy.
Thanks for your message! Earth’s second lung, the Congo Basin, which, alongside the Amazon, generously provides 20-28% of the world’s oxygen - you know, for free. But of course, the majority of the oxygen we breathe comes from marine plants like phytoplankton, responsible for about 50-80% of our oxygen. Africa’s vibrant waters, particularly along the West African and Horn of Africa coasts, contribute around 10-15% of global phytoplankton productivity .
dear.. The high heels made me unable to concentrate on her speech, she looked tired because of it, not to mention there were no Chinese subtitles... but anyway i will try harder to watch the whole story
Thanks to everyone for their comments. I wanted to share a private message from an African Paramount Chief. A Paramount Chief, Chief of all Chiefs, in Africa is the highest-ranking traditional leader within a specific ethnic group, region, or community. "This type of information keeps me afloat over issues of carbon emissions, frankly speaking, I know that when some new ideas are sold to us, the chances of getting a good deal is close to zero, and that we only get a raw deal and the smallest fraction of it, whilst the billions are pocketed. But then again comes in the factor of my people at play, I want them to get some money to improve there well being, and my stance will be renegotiating certain deals, not what’s put on the table by the interested parties is to be accepted before putting pen on paper. You are an eye opener, thank you."
She made me cry. Happy tears. Bless Wendy Gilespie.
Yeah me too 🥲
Cried because the woman the Zimbabweans call the Harare Hillbilly got a TED talk?
Thank you Jaye for the wonderful presentation. The chiefs and communities should get what's due to them. Keep on making noise until you are heard.
Thank you for your message! I received this message I thought I would share. "Excellent talk and depth of analysis you’ve made, being a Chief/Paramount Chief, this type of information keeps me afloat over issues of carbon emissions, frankly speaking, I know that when some new ideas are sold to us, the chances of getting a good deal is close to zero, and that we only get a raw deal and the smallest fraction of it, whilst the billions are pocketed. But then again comes in the factor of my people at play, I want them to get some money to improve there well being, and my stance will be renegotiating certain deals, not what’s put on the table by the interested parties is to be accepted before putting pen on paper. You are an eye opener, thank you."
This is a stunning revelation that will change the world! Thank you Jaye for your leadership encourage to bring the truth to this dark reality. Hopefully this talk will force great change in the climate economy. Everyone who cares about climate change or is part of the carbon credit financial ecosystem should watch and share this talk.
Excellent speech about carbón Credit! Thank you soo much!❤❤
Some of the most fascinating and meaningful work of our time!
Thank you for taking the bull by the horns any exposing the Carbon credit smam. Loved your talk and investigation. Keep it up. Hold them accountable.
This is amazing! Thank you Jaye for educating us on this.
Thank you, Jaye, for explaining this scam so well. I trust your viewpoint even more knowing you are on the ground, interacting with the communities who so desperately need this money but were not even aware they were being used as bait. Even more so, it is refreshing to understand a better, more integrous solution - something we should all care about. Fantastic!👏
Absolutely dumbfounded. It's beyond words! 😡
Finally she demanded authenticity and process to do traceability like 10% of legitimate credits. For rest of 90% or rest of all to come in future.
Plus yes if old money didn't go to community or project expenses and community who was the reason for possibly a corrupt link. The offices in international links?
This is very informative, thanks for sharing this video
Good show 🎉
any time i can i watch it❤
0:43 given what I already know, yes.
My understanding is they work finei-sh in concept, but not so great in practice.
Wow, I am blown away by this and learned so much about carbon credits! I am inspired by Jaye and all the work she is taking on and pioneering! We need to elevate awareness and conversation on this topic.
I do not hear the solution. I hear do your own research and demand something I cannot
So... villages in Africa that would otherwise not have a strong carbon footprint in the first place, gets a crapload of money to build, import resources to build, drive more fuel efficient vehicles whose elements are mined, manufactured, shipped on giant cargo ships and shop at a local environmentally friendly Walmart that carry 2 million products, shipped over from China and fill their newly fabricated homes, built by machines, imported and... what was it you were talking about?
Hi,
Thank you for your comment. While it may seem that Africa is profiting greatly from carbon credits, the reality is often very different. Much of the revenue from these programs tends to stay with intermediaries, brokers, and corporations outside of Africa.
In many cases, local communities, who are the true stewards of these forests and lands, see very little benefit. That’s a major reason I’m advocating for transparency, accountability, and equitable distribution of resources.
We need to ensure that the money generated actually uplifts the communities directly involved and doesn’t perpetuate the same cycles of exploitation. Let’s continue this conversation-it’s a critical one for creating a fairer climate economy.
This is exactly the point.
@@jayeconnolly6502Yeah, the point is that there needs to be a way to help the people of Africa that still keeps their carbon footprint *low*.
@@BonnieShadow33 Africa’s carbon footprint is significantly smaller compared to most other continents. Here are key insights to consider:
1. Global Emissions Contribution:
* Africa contributes only about 3-4% of the global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions annually, despite being home to nearly 18% of the world’s population.
In contrast:
*Asia accounts for over 50% of global emissions, largely driven by China and India.
*North America contributes about 18%, with the United States being a major emitter.
*Europe is responsible for around 13-15%.
Thank you for your comment. I understand your skepticism, but my TEDx talk was not advocating for imposing a Western consumerist model on African villages or enabling resource-intensive lifestyles under the guise of climate solutions. Instead, I highlighted the systemic flaws in the global carbon credit economy, where funds intended to benefit local communities often fail to do so.
The issue isn’t about bringing environmentally questionable products or practices into these communities. It’s about ensuring that when carbon credits are generated using the resources of these villages-like their forests, land, or renewable projects-the actual benefits flow back to the people who are sacrificing or contributing to these efforts.
Too often, these communities see promises of schools, hospitals, or clean water systems that never materialize, while external stakeholders profit. The focus of my talk was to advocate for transparency and accountability so that the $2 trillion climate economy works for the communities at the heart of it, not just the companies and governments leveraging their resources.
It’s not about imposing industrialized consumerism-it’s about fairness, equity, and ensuring the benefits of these initiatives are tangible, meaningful, and aligned with the needs of the people directly involved.
I hope this helps clarify what I was addressing in my talk. Thank you for taking the time to engage in this conversation.
Please translate on portuguese. Some people need to see this !! Acess for every one
When you will do your own research and realize this is just one big scam.
Thank you for your comment. I appreciate your perspective and understand the skepticism surrounding carbon credits. My TEDx talk was precisely about exposing the systemic flaws and inequities in the current carbon credit economy-issues like lack of transparency, misuse of funds, and failure to deliver promised benefits to local communities.
However, while there are valid concerns, dismissing the entire system as a "scam" overlooks the potential for reform. With accountability, transparency, and a focus on genuinely benefiting communities and ecosystems, carbon credits can be a tool for positive change. The key is ensuring the system works as intended, rather than perpetuating inequities.
I encourage ongoing dialogue and scrutiny because that’s how we collectively push for better solutions.
@jayeconnolly2024 Unfortunately they can be tool to enrich already weathy ones and make poor poorer. If you don't own land with trees, you hardly get any credits. And rich ones can buy them. I don't deny climate change, however there is no research to this day that actually proves CO² as cause. More and more research of new research disproves this theory. Einstein said: No amount of positive results proves me right, one negative proves me wrong. This narrative sways people's attention from other hidden issues only few speaks about. Mainstream news never touches it. Voices are being silenced.
One big thing that is directly contradicting the narative is fact that there are habitats like earthships that actually have negative carbon footprint (if I would believe narrative (it is belief, as there is no real scientific evidence, temperature records and other data shows otherwise) ). Yet we are not allowed to build them because building codes.
I don't think you watched the whole video.
@chrisgawronski6282 You can obviously think whatever you want. That doesn't mean you are correct.
Of course the money never got there, it's just like sponsoring a child.
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I in here for learning listening language English ❤
if you are beginner in English watch kids programs.
I never understand why it was always "plant a tree in Africa" Like... we need trees everywhere don't we?
2000+ Nuclear Weapons Detonated on the planet for "Testing", and you people have the nerve to talk about Carbon Credits.
“We’ll hold onto enough nukes to delete a solar system, but we think your gas stove and pickup truck are a bit much..”
People talk about a lot of stuff. Why do you need to bring it up?
@@GregorZorinc Prioritization.
Our focus has to be on positive change. Hiw the world we want to live in works .
I think the single most important priority is the elimination of neuclear arms. They have never been a detorant. But thats government work.
@@beatrixbliss276what is the positive change in this case?
....I paid such close attention to what she was saying, even read the transcript and still have no idea how any of it works. It doesn't right? Like that's the whole point?
Don't comply with the psychopath overlords.
so close, though your missing the plot. voluntary carbon credits are sequestering carbon back into soils and biomes. The value of this market is restoring the small water cycle. 1 gram of carbon in the soil holds 7 grams of water. Industrial ag soils have 2 percent carbon or very much less. no carbon = dead soils. The IPCC does not include the cooling effect of the small water cycle in its models. The voluntary carbon credit market will over take the compliance emissions reduction market. How? mainly though ai proving the unequivocal and undeniable proof that that weather pattern disruption can be repaired.
Thank you for your comment and for highlighting the role of voluntary carbon credits in soil restoration and the small water cycle. I agree that carbon sequestration in soils can significantly enhance water retention and contribute to soil health, which is critical for combating desertification and supporting sustainable agriculture. The relationship between carbon and water is indeed powerful, and addressing industrial agriculture’s impact on soil carbon levels is essential.
However, my TEDx talk focused on a different aspect of the carbon credit economy: ensuring that the benefits of these projects genuinely reach the communities whose resources are being leveraged. While voluntary markets have potential, they are not immune to the same challenges of transparency, equity, and accountability that plague compliance markets. Too often, funds are directed toward project developers and intermediaries, with minimal tangible benefits for local communities.
The integration of AI to demonstrate the effectiveness of these systems is promising, but it must be paired with robust governance and local inclusion to prevent misuse and exploitation. For voluntary carbon markets to surpass compliance markets, they need to not only provide proof of ecological benefits but also ensure that the social and economic benefits flow equitably to those directly involved.
Thank you for bringing attention to the importance of the small water cycle. These conversations are vital to shaping a more effective and equitable climate economy.
Well, she made a mistake in the very beginning. Most of our Oxygen comes from Algae in the sea. But whatever. Her point is still correct.
Thanks for your message! Earth’s second lung, the Congo Basin, which, alongside the Amazon, generously provides 20-28% of the world’s oxygen - you know, for free. But of course, the majority of the oxygen we breathe comes from marine plants like phytoplankton, responsible for about 50-80% of our oxygen. Africa’s vibrant waters, particularly along the West African and Horn of Africa coasts, contribute around 10-15% of global phytoplankton productivity .
Ive wondered about this?
Hà Nội thankyou
Wow, someone made a lot of money off a good sounding idea.
How do I get rich off these carbon credits???
Nooo
HHUMMMM
I missed the information part of the speech.
dear.. The high heels made me unable to concentrate on her speech, she looked tired because of it, not to mention there were no Chinese subtitles... but anyway i will try harder to watch the whole story
She would rip your pepe off.😮
Hi
Anybody here from Uzbekistan
lol. ofc it is "legal" if you can write the legislation.
No
Anyone here to improve your communication in English ✋--->>>>
Just another tax
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آنچه در افریقا دیده می شود غارت منابع آنهانست..
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Learn English ^^
Please stop these lies
Sadly all factual.
Please stop telling lie
Sadly; this is all factual.