De-globalization or the reduction of global trade and interconnectedness should help to reduce carbon emissions in some ways. For example, if goods are produced and consumed locally, there may be fewer transportation-related emissions. However in the short term de-globalization may also lead to increased emissions in other areas, such as the construction of new infrastructure and the use of more energy-intensive production methods. I believe even if globalisation doesn't slow down as expected, carbon emissions will slow rapidly with the help of AI, robots and new technology.

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1. What is the leading cause of climate change?
   Answer: The leading cause of climate change is human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes that release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

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AI can play a significant role in helping to achieve a zero-carbon world in several ways, including:

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The oil industry has a long history of denying the reality of climate change and its role in causing it. Despite overwhelming scientific evidence to the contrary, many oil companies and their trade associations have spent millions of dollars on lobbying and public relations campaigns to mislead the public and policymakers about the causes and effects of climate change.

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