Yusuf emphasizes the importance of the need for climate justice. Pakistan produces less than one percent of global emissions but is the one who faces huge climate disasters. In this way, the rich countries, which have grown their economies by using fossil fuels, should help pay for the damage in poorer countries. However, even though these countries promised support in 2009, they have not provided the necessary funds, leaving Pakistan and others in crisis.

She also discusses the idea that developing countries should be allowed to pollute more to catch up with industrialized nations. While this idea makes sense, she believes true climate justice does not mean causing more harm. Instead, developing nations should work on climate agreements and push for clean energy solutions while demanding fair compensation.

Yusuf also said that while climate change makes disasters worse, local problems like poor planning, weak infrastructure, and corruption make the situation even harder to handle. She calls for a new agreement between richer and poorer nations, where financial help also includes access to green technology, better planning, and training to deal with climate challenges.

Her talk is a strong reminder that climate change is a global problem that requires teamwork. If we ignore the issue, countries like Pakistan will keep suffering. But climate justice is not just about governments. As individuals, we must also take responsibility by reducing waste, using sustainable energy, and pushing for better policies. Yusuf’s final message is clear and important: the logic of climate justice is simple, so now, we need to take action.

Secondly, modernization theory says that progress is lineal, and it does not matter where you are, what material conditions you are made of, you are capable of achieve progress. It sounds logical but it is false. The way western countries achieved progress was due to climate changes and due to building an international system which is capitalist-based.

For this reason, countries as China or India are telling the world ¨It is my turn to pollute because throughout pollution we can achieve progress like western countries in the past”.

Finally, there is a misconception about progress and development. Economic growth doesn´t mean progress and development necessarily. As the Pakistani said, we must create another social contract and other consumption pattern.

What stands out the most in her speech is her call for a “new social contract” for climate justice. It’s not enough to rebuild what has been destroyed and return to normal. Normal is the problem. In her vision, the most polluting countries have a responsibility to pay reparations and support developing nations—not as an act of charity, but as an act of justice.

It made me reflect on how we often view climate change: as an abstract or distant problem, when in reality, it is a human rights issue. How can we accept that the most vulnerable communities are paying the price for a disaster they didn’t cause? And what can we do, from where we are, to demand a fairer system?

It is a social injustice that these large countries ask for justice and help for themselves, when they are the ones who do nothing to change their own country.

Something shocking is how the great powers do not see it as viable to help them with services, but if these countries were to seek change and even if it were not as fast as possible, other more powerful countries would help with what is necessary, achieving justice for all the inhabitants of that nation.

She gives the example of the country of Pakistan, which is one of the most deteriorated, because it is a country that does not have any culture of caring for the environment. She highlights that if each individual at least used recycling and garbage separation education, they would gradually help their territory and this, multiplied by thousands and thousands of people, would cause such a radical change that our planet would benefit. I really like the idea that as inhabitants of the planet, assuming our roles, we would achieve the necessary change to be able to have a fuller and healthier life.

Also, it is important that our small actions such as taking care of water, reducing garbage or recycling, although they are good, at this point in which climate change is, they are no longer enough. We must hold polluters accountable, advocating for policy changes, and supporting global solidarity.

I believe this issue is not just about politics or economics, it is about empathy and justice. It is not enough to fix what is broken after a disaster. We must prevent these tragedies from happening again. People who lose their homes, loved ones, or way of life should not carry a burden that is not their fault.

This talk made me reflect on our role as a global society. If we want a fair and sustainable future, we cannot ignore the suffering of others just because it does not affect us directly. The most polluting countries must recognize the harm they have caused and take responsibility not because they are forced to, but because it is the right thing to do.

In the end, climate justice is not only a political idea but also about humanity. What kind of world are we building if we do not learn to care for others?

That is why I don’t think rich countries should directly step in to help affected countries, instead their governments should make big companies in their own countries reduce pollution control how much they produce and use fewer natural resources, I believe this is the best way we can truly help the planet.

Also all countries should have a school system like Japan where kids learn from a young age to take care of nature and understand that they are not just citizens of their country but of the whole planet.

I liked how you put forward the idea of a new social contract. It's not just about recycling and using less plastic (although of course it helps), but changing how decisions are made globally. Because, in the end, if the most polluting countries continue to act as if nothing is happening and do not take responsibility, what is the point of some of us making individual changes? The fair thing would be for those who have done the most damage to take responsibility, but we know that this does not happen just because it “should” happen.

And here comes in what sometimes gives me hope: social pressure. If more people demand change, if it becomes harder and harder for governments and companies to ignore us, then maybe something will actually change. As Huma says, we need a new way of organizing ourselves, one that does not depend only on the interests of the richest. Because, in the end, this is not just about climate, it's about justice.

One of the most compelling aspects of her talk is the call for collective action, where governments, corporations, and individuals must work together to create equitable climate policies. She stresses that climate justice is not just about reducing emissions but ensuring fairness and accountability in the distribution of resources and support.

This talk serves as a powerful reminder that climate change is not just an environmental issue but a humanitarian and ethical one. It challenges us to rethink our role in advocating for a more just and sustainable future.

Something that hit me hard was how Yusuf explains that climate justice is not just about reducing emissions or using renewable energy, but about who suffers the consequences of climate change. In Mexico, for example, the most vulnerable people are those who have the least resources to face, for example, floods, droughts or extreme temperatures. And this is where my profession comes in, if the infrastructure is not designed to be efficient and accessible to all, it makes me wonder if we are really helping to solve the problem?

It makes me question the kind of engineer I want to be. I don't want to just follow plans or projects that are ordered to me, without thinking about the impact they will have on people and the environment. In the future, I want to be able to design spaces that are not only functional, but sustainable and fair. Also, being a woman in an area where men still predominate, I feel that I have an extra responsibility, such as providing a different, more inclusive perspective where I care about people, not just the benefit that I will have by doing a project.

After watching the talk, I learned that climate change is not just a technical problem, but also a social one, and that means that my role as an engineer is more about making calculations or designing structures. I want to be part of solutions that do make a difference, like seeing how it can improve people's lives in a world that is changing faster and faster.

One thing that really struck me from the video is how Pakistan contributes so little to climate change, yet it suffers some of the worst consequences. It’s unfair that those who pollute the least are the ones who pay the highest price. I found the idea of a "climate social contract" really interesting because it’s not just about fixing damage, but about making sure that the countries responsible take real action to support those most affected.

Another point that stood out to me is how rebuilding after climate disasters is not a real solution. Every time a tragedy happens, the focus is on repairing what was lost, but that doesn’t stop it from happening again. What I liked about the talk was the idea of climate diplomacy, because it shows that this is not just an environmental issue, it’s also political. If we truly want change, wealthier nations need to take responsibility and help create a more sustainable future.

She talks about the contract and how it should go beyond individual actions like recycling or reducing plastic use. While those actions are helpful, they are not enough to address the root of the problem. The real change needs to happen at a global level, where policies and decisions prioritize justice over profit.

The countries and corporations responsible for the most pollution continue to act as if nothing is happening and don't realize the importance of changing and talking action in solving this world problem. They refuse to take responsibility and leaving the most vulnerable communities to suffer the consequences. Fairness would mean that those who have caused the most damage should be held accountable and take action. However, the reality is that change does not happen simply because it is the right thing to do and instead, it requires so many pressure and will from everyone, new ways of organizing society, and a shift away from systems that prioritize the interests of the richest over global well being.

What struck me the most is the unfairness Pakistan emits almost no greenhouse gases but it’s one of the most affected countries Wealthy nations should take responsibility but at the same time local corruption has made things worse

This disaster is proof that climate change is real and happening now We need urgent action both in aid and in preventing future crises

The idea that the countries which pollute the most should be made responsible seemed to me very strong. Not just sending help after a disaster, but changing the system that has allowed this to happen. If there is no real commitment, those most affected will continue to live at risk without being able to recover.

It also made me think about how we build our cities and spaces. It is not just a matter of reducing pollution, but of designing places where people can be safe and adapt to the climate. It’s a huge challenge, but there are ways to do it if you really take it seriously.

This talk left me with a sense that solutions must be urgently sought. It is not only an environmental problem, but social and economic. If we do not do something, the most vulnerable will continue to pay the price for others' development.

Climate justice isn’t just about reducing emissions, we need to rethink our approach and ensure that vulnerable communities receive the support they need.

This talk is a wake up call where we all need to confront the moral implications of inaction and start asking ourselves what actions we should take so that this issue does not have irreversible consequences in the future.

The change may seem small, like things people do every day, but it's not just that. It is also a message for countries to have strong systems and a plan for when a climate problem happens. That way, they can act fast before things get worse.

She made me think about something I never thought of before. It is very real and also very sad. Some countries grow fast in many areas, but they also pollute a lot. They do not face consequences for this. Other countries, which pollute much less, have to suffer the effects instead.

The pictures and stories she shares about Pakistan are very sad. But this is not only about Pakistan. They may need help today, but if we don’t act fast, many other countries will face the same problem. We should not just feel sorry and think about it we need to act and make changes as soon as possible.