Topic: Private Jet Hypocrisy

2 chapters across the catalog

Norgay
Episode 1411 1:40 - 3:30

1411: Norgay

Ursula von der Leyen, Private Jet Hypocrisy

European Union President Ursula von der Leyen faced criticism for taking a private jet for a 50-kilometer journey between Vienna and Bratislava during the COP26 climate summit. The trip, which takes less than an hour by car, is cited as an example of elite hypocrisy regarding carbon emissions.

Holes Over Norway
Episode 155 32:50 - 34:36

155: Holes Over Norway

Copenhagen Climate Summit, Limo Congestion, Carbon Footprint

The COP15 summit in Copenhagen is criticized for the hypocrisy of its attendees, who arrived in 1,200 limousines and 150 private jets while promoting carbon reduction. Reports indicate that the airport became so congested that delegates had to be driven in from Sweden and Germany. The hosts suggest that if the leaders were sincere, they would walk or use hybrid vehicles.