When it comes to fighting the climate crisis, civic participation is crucial. In this interview with Dr. Manuel Diaz (known as the “Green Citizen of Venezuela”), Climate Activist Ricardo Delgado discusses the progress and the challenges of Venezuela in seeking to meet its Net Zero goals. What role are individual civilians expected to play in achieving zero carbon emissions? What are the achievements accomplished so far and how are non-governmental organizations working collaboratively to support the public sector? Diaz, who has dedicated his life to protecting the environment, gives Net Zero’s Delgado his answers.
Dr. Diaz chairs the Fundación Vida Verde Internacional, co-chairs the Green Citizen Foundation and directs the Global Green.
Country: Venezuela