Explore a thought-provoking conversation between Costa Rican diplomat Christiana Figueres and author Jeff Goodell in this 51-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into Figueres' journey from despair to "stubborn optimism" as she discusses her role in leading the global adoption of the Paris Agreement in 2015. Gain insights on how individuals can cultivate hope and take action in the face of climate change. Learn about key topics such as mitigation vs adaptation, the real economy, coal, cognitive dissonance, and the carbon bubble. Discover the importance of scientific evidence, challenges and strategies in addressing climate change, and the significance of the Paris Agreement. Hear Figueres' perspective on persuading humanity to save itself and her reasons for optimism after 30 years of work in this field.