The Global Climate Action Summit (GCAS) last week provided a positive outlook for the planet as leaders ranging from business executives, governors and mayors from around the world came together in pledging their commitments for a carbon neutral future.
Beyond the promising speeches and inspiring videos played on stage, in which the world was urged to combat climate change, a lot more needs to be done in order to achieve their promises.
California Governor Jerry Brown hosted the GCAS in San Francisco three months ahead of the planned 2018 UN Climate Change Conference, or COP 24, in Poland's Katowice in December. Mr Brown is dubbed as "a climate leader" for his initiatives in transforming California into a low-carbon state with ongoing programmes to boost the use of electric cars and renewable energy.
