Sonja Vlaar
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The BBC is planning a full year of special coverage on climate change. Under the theme of "Our Planet Matters" by the BBC, BBC News and other programs will explore all aspects of the environment and the challenges our planet is facing.
Fran Unsworth, BBC Director of News, said: “The challenge of climate change is the issue of our time and we will be at the center of the debate. Our audiences around the world have long been affected by the scientific, political, economic and human impact of climate change. "
BBC News will feature new programs and services, including BBC Weather's Climate Check, a weekly global climate podcast from BBC World Service, and events and debates to bring together experts from around the world to highlight the most pressing issues related to climate. For example, Anita Rani will build on the success of previous series with War On Waste 2020.
In the BBC news, Sir David Attenborough starts with an interview for BBC news editor David Shukman. Sir David says: “We have postponed things year after year. As I speak, Southeast Australia is burning. Why? Because the temperatures of the earth rise. "
In addition to programming, the BBC will strengthen its own commitment to a positive impact on the environment by working to make its activities climate neutral. "We are very aware of our own environmental impact and, because of our responsible travel policy, we only fly when necessary," said Fran Unsworth, Director of News at BBC.
The BBC reduced its carbon footprint by 2% last year after it started buying renewable electricity that matches that used at its main locations. By 78, the BBC wants to cut energy consumption by 2022% and 10% for recycling.
