7 Reasons a One-World Government Could Solve the Climate Crisis

Countries can’t deal with the challenges we face

In 2018 an unwanted record was set. Global carbon emissions rose to over 37 billion tonnes. This record shows countries aren’t doing enough to reduce CO2 emissions.

The problem requires aggressive reductions in emissions now. If we continue on our current path we could radically change the environment and lead to the breakdown of civilisation. Failure isn’t an option. With that being the case, why do we continue to do what we’ve always done? The results show it’s not working.

The problem requires a different approach. Here are seven reasons a one-world government could be the approach that’s needed to solve the climate crisis.

1. No unifying vision

The Paris Agreement was seen as a game-changer. Nearly 200 countries committed to a universal agreement to cut greenhouse gas emissions. The French President, Francois Hollande said: “We are at a decisive point in time.” Unfortunately, it hasn’t lived up to expectations. The US has since reneged on the agreement, putting its effectiveness into question.

From a strategic perspective placing responsibility for dealing with the crisis in the hands of so many countries isn’t wise. Nearly 200 countries agreed to the goals. But the idea you could get these countries to actually meet the goals over the long term seems optimistic. The US is an example of why. A change of government could result in a reprioritisation of goals.

It was a monumental challenge to get nearly 200 countries to agree to the goals. Getting them to take action and meet the goals over the long term feels a step too far.

The climate crisis requires a global vision, with a concrete strategy for how to get there. This will create direction and concerted effort. The problem calls for collaboration on a global scale. Countries aren’t structured to do this. A one-world government would be able to create a vision we can all stand behind.

2. It’s the economy stupid

To solve a problem you need to understand what the problem actually is. The cause of the climate crisis is our…