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Building a Green, Resilient, and Inclusive Recovery: Speech by World Bank Group President David Malpass

World Bank Group President David Malpass Speech at the London School of Economics

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Introduction

Thank you, Baroness Shafik.  It’s a pleasure to be here with you, a distinguished alumna of the World Bank Group, and other distinguished World Bank alumni at LSE including Lord Stern, our former Chief Economist.  And thanks to the London School of Economics for hosting me virtually.  Today, I will set the stage ahead of the World Bank and IMF Spring Meetings.  This provides an opportunity to engage partners on urgent matters, including work on climate change, debt, and inequality, working toward a green, resilient, and inclusive recovery.  

Let me begin by acknowledging the importance of the United Kingdom within the World Bank Group.  The UK is the largest contributor to IDA.  It is the IBRD’s fifth-largest shareholder, and I enjoy strong relationships with Prime Minister Johnson, Secretary of State Raab, Chancellor of the Exchequer Sunak, Bank of England Governor Bailey, President of COP26 Alok Sharma, and members of Parliament, civil society, the private sector, academia, and media.  Our office in London works to promote consensus around the international development agenda and build a platform for collaboration on shared priorities.

More than a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, the scale of the tragedy is unprecedented: 127 million infections, 2.8 million deaths, more than 100 million people pushed into extreme poverty, the equivalent of 250 million jobs lost, and a quarter-billion people driven into acute hunger.  Besides its immediate harm, COVID-19 is leaving lasting “scars:”  closed schools and physical stunting of children; collapsed businesses and lost jobs; the depletion of savings and assets; and debt overhangs that will depress investment and squeeze out urgent social spending.

COVID-19 descended on the poor like wildfire.  It was layered on several slow-burning crises—rising conflict and violence, refugee camps, stagnant median incomes, reckless lending and poorly chosen debt contracts, and damage caused by climate change.  Because these crises struck at different speeds, the natural tendency everywhere was to tackle them separately—one-at-a-time, without sufficient attention to cross-connections that might have enabled a more effective response.

The world is developing a better line of sight forward.  Our collective responses to poverty, climate change, and inequality will be the defining choices of our age.  It is time to move urgently toward opportunities and solutions that achieve sustainable and broad-based economic growth without harming climate, degrading the environment, or leaving hundreds of millions of families in poverty.  We’re calling our approach to these interlinked crises GRID—Green, Resilient, Inclusive Development. 

In previous addresses, I’ve detailed some of the World Bank Group’s actions in helping countries respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, tackle what I’ve called the “pandemic of inequality,” and work toward recovery.  These include new COVID-related emergency health programs in 112 countries, vaccination operations that we expect will reach $4 billion of commitments available in 50 countries by mid-year, and a quick doubling of our trade and working capital finance to help fill the banking vacuum that hit private sectors.  Despite COVID-related work-from-home restrictions, the World Bank had record 65% growth in program delivery in 2020—an even bigger surge than the height of the global financial crisis response in 2009—and this elevated level of delivery is continuing in 2021.  It’s important that every commitment has the greatest possible development impact and robust operational policies and review processes.  And we’re building a culture of contestability, where we encourage our highly diverse, multi-disciplinary and globally experienced staff to challenge each other’s perspectives and help to enhance the quality of operations, throughout both preparation and implementation.

External input is vital too, including from development professionals and schools such as yours.  Each of our Country Partnership Frameworks is developed with citizen participation.  We’re working to help countries build “Country Platforms” to engage with a wider groups of development actors as they develop the programs we support.  External experts frequently participate in the development of our projects and programs.  And in the past year, we’ve taken significant steps to enhance the accountability mechanisms for both the World Bank, and for IFC and MIGA.  It’s worth mentioning that IFC has committed $330 billion in long term finance from 1960-2021, and over half of this has been delivered just in the last 10 years.

I encourage each of you to read World Bank country programs, project documents, and our knowledge sharing to think about what works—and possibly what doesn’t.  Good development outcomes in countries are at the heart of the Bank’s mission and activities.  The challenge extends to every academic discipline, and we need faster progress across the board—in water, nutrition, education, health, infrastructure, electricity access, governance, regulation, taxation, connectivity, inclusion, tolerance, and a host of other critical issues. 

I’m going to focus today on three of the most pressing challenges – climate, debt, and inequality.  But first allow me to give you some of the background and context.

The World Bank was created with the IMF in 1944 before World War II was over.  The first goal for the Bank was post-war reconstruction and development, and the first arm of the World Bank Group was IBRD, the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development.  Today, it’s made up of 189 member countries, or shareholders, and operates somewhat like a non-profit bank, making floating and fixed rate loans to governments for development purposes, for example to support expenditures on clean water, climate, or education.

A second important arm of the Bank is IDA, the International Development Association, which started in 1960 explicitly to help the world’s poorest countries.  IDA aims to reduce poverty by providing grants and very long-term, zero-rate or near-zero-rate loans.  In the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020, IDA made commitments for 305 projects totaling $30 billion, of which 26% was provided on grant terms.  Since its inception, IDA has provided about $450 billion for investments in 114 countries.  It is an effective way for donors to provide highly concessional financing to poorer nations.  Due to the severity of the pandemic, IDA was able to accelerate its financing commitments dramatically in 2020, and I’m happy to say our shareholders have agreed to an early replenishment of IDA in order to continue current elevated levels of assistance to the poorest countries.  We’re working to conclude an ambitious IDA20 replenishment by December, with the support of major contributors including the UK.

The WBG is the largest of the multilateral development banks, making over $100 billion in grants and loans over the last year and raising nearly $100 billion in global bond markets.  In addition to IBRD and IDA, we have an important arm to support the private sector, IFC, and a guarantee agency to support investment in developing countries, MIGA.

During my tenure as President, we’ve made several important changes at the WBG to make our work as effective as possible.  I’d like to mention the realignment that was completed last June.  It increases management accountability and brings staff closer to clients and country programs.  The realignment created a greater focus on country-level impact, supported by more operationally relevant and policy-focused knowledge programs and research.  The organizational goal is to apply the Bank’s global knowledge in client countries to achieve development outcomes that will be transformational and scalable.  At the country-level, we are focusing more on countries afflicted by fragility, conflict, and violence.  We have expanded our presence and our delivery in these FCV countries, which will be critical in our work to support refugees, reduce migration and violence, and help countries and regions stabilize.  In the next few years, these steps will lead to a smaller footprint in Washington and a growing majority of our globally and locally recruited staff in developing countries.

Topic 1: Climate

Now let me turn to climate, one of my three focus topics today.  I know climate is on all our minds, and perhaps particularly in the UK as the hosts of COP26 in Glasgow this November.  The World Bank is actively supporting developing countries to achieve significant progress on the climate agenda through the lens that investing in climate offers development opportunities.

The World Bank Group is the biggest provider of climate finance to the developing world.  My first year as President saw the biggest climate investments in our history—and investments in my second year are on track to be bigger still.  We’ve set an ambitious new target of 35% for climate investments on average over the next five years—meaning that 35% of the financing within our investments as a whole is supporting developing country climate benefits.  To give you a sense of the scale of the ambition, over the previous 5 years the World Bank Group climate finance was 26% of a significantly smaller amount of lending. 

Our climate financing will be used toward “mitigation” efforts, to reduce Greenhouse Gas emissions and their impacts; and for “adaptation” efforts, to help countries prepare for negative climate effects.  We’ve set a second important target in that regard.  Of our total climate finance over the next five years, at least 50% on average will be for adaptation.  I’d expect the share of adaptation to be particularly large in the IDA countries, which currently account for just 4% of global emissions, even as many of them suffer life-threatening climate change impacts.

In addition to these high targets for financing, we are working to achieve the most impact in terms of results—actual improvements in the trajectory of greenhouse gas emissions and lives and livelihoods saved through adaptation.  To help this effort, we’re moving to integrate climate into all our country diagnostics and country strategies.  Over the next year, we plan to complete up to 25 Country Climate and Development Reports.  We’ll aim to include in this first wave those developing countries with the largest carbon emissions and those with the greatest climate-vulnerabilities.  We’re also working to improve results-measurement to help make sure that our financing and strategies deliver impact. 

A key part of our climate action is to support countries with their Nationally Determined Contributions, or NDCs, and long-term low carbon development plans.  Countries have widely varying approaches, and we want to help them integrate climate and development as effectively as possible, including through fiscal policy and plans for sustainable growth.  For some countries, carbon taxation will be an effective way to help guide capital and respond to the distributive impact of the response to climate change.  Every year, G20 countries alone put tens of billions of dollars into subsidizing high carbon industries.  If these billions could instead be used to fund a “just transition,” just think how much faster we could progress toward a low-carbon, net-zero world. 

Green growth will involve several key systemic transformations—for example, in energy, food systems, manufacturing, transportation and urban infrastructure.  Each transformation is complicated, but these sectors account for 90% of GHG emissions, so they are the key to GHG reduction.  One of the most challenging and important transformations is for countries to achieve a just transition from coal to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy.  The Bank can help countries with this, but it is complicated for a number of reasons including:  economic dependence on coal, worker displacement as the transition occurs, the cost of new infrastructure and writing off many large, recent investments, and the importance of identifying ways to provide rapid growth in affordable, reliable and year-round base load to replace coal in the national grids of developing countries facing energy poverty.  The world needs to make further technological breakthroughs before we can achieve a zero-carbon world.

Climate presents several big challenges and opportunities for economics, finance, and development.  I’d like to mention several and encourage public discussion.  First, how does the world help poorer countries make large investments in global public goods such as their reduction in coal usage?  Should the costs be shared worldwide?  If so, how?  Second, how can national incentives be aligned and financed to help people transition to greener fuels and jobs, for example using carbon and gasoline taxes?  Third, can an effective carbon credit market be created that allows greenhouse gas emissions for some while paying for reductions elsewhere—not just certificates of notional carbon reduction but actual measurable and sustainable decarbonization?  Fourth, how can we properly measure the full life-cycle costs and benefits of various climate policy choices?  Fifth, how can people in poorer countries best make the necessary but expensive adaptations to climate change and how can they best prepare for future pandemics and natural disasters – knowing that preparation is much better than after-the-fact disaster relief?  And lastly, how can the necessary progress on global public goods be best integrated with development and the necessary reductions in poverty and increases in shared prosperity?

These are key questions and challenges at the core of combatting climate change.  The Bank is addressing these challenges in our analytical work in low- and middle-income countries, and in our rapidly expanding climate operations.  

Topic 2: Debt

I also want to comment on the debt situation facing poorer countries.  At the outset, let me mention the progress that is occurring in Sudan, one of the most heavily indebted and poorest countries in Africa.  Sudan already bears scars from decades of conflict.  And its people face deep peril from climate change:  food security depends on rainfall, especially in rural areas, which are home to 65% of population.  Sudan has made strong economic progress, including the unification of its exchange rate.  That is a key ingredient in a country’s recipe toward stabilization, price stability, and productive and equitable resource allocation.  In addition to these and other policy reforms, the Republic of Sudan has cleared its arrears to IDA, with help from the United States Government, enabling its full re-engagement with the World Bank Group after nearly three decades, and paving the way for the country to access nearly $2 billion in IDA grants for poverty reduction and sustainable economic recovery.

By clearing its arrears and working with the IMF, Sudan has also completed a key step for receiving comprehensive external debt relief under the Heavily Indebted Poor Country (HIPC) Initiative.  I’ve talked about Sudan at length because this is such a breakthrough at a time when Sudan needs the world’s help to support its development progress.  Countries like Sudan – crushed by a burden of over $50 billion of external debt – can’t tackle poverty and respond to the climate emergency until the world finds better ways to tackle unsustainable debt.

While some progress on debt is underway, many of the poorer countries are coping with record debt burdens.  Even before the pandemic, the World Bank report on Global Waves of Debt — which studied the causes and consequences of the four waves of debt accumulation that the global economy has experienced over the past fifty years—found that half of all low-income countries were already in debt distress or at a high risk of it.  The pandemic has only exacerbated the debt burden on people, many of whom would be poor even without having to pay the interest and principle on their governments’ debt.

Every day, high debt-service payments are diverting scarce resources that could be used for urgent needs: for health, education, nutrition – and also climate action.

Since the outbreak of COVID, the World Bank has been the largest provider of net transfers to IDA and least-developed countries.  From April to December 2020, our net transfers to these countries alone were close to $17 billion, of which $5.8 billion were on grant terms, and our new commitments were almost $30 billion.  But much more is needed. 

The G20 Debt Service Suspension Initiative (DSSI)—which I and IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva called for almost exactly one year ago—has helped.  It has enabled 43 countries to postpone around $5.7 billion in debt-service payments between May and December of last year, with further savings of up to $7.3 billion expected between then and its current end-date of June.

Yet so far, the relief has been less than anticipated because not all creditors participated.  Large non-Paris Club bilateral creditors have only partially participated in the DSSI and, most troubling of all, bondholders and other private creditors have continued to collect full repayments throughout the crisis.

The recent DSSI experience shows that commercial creditors won’t comply with calls for “voluntary participation” in debt relief initiatives.  As the implementation of the Common Framework commences, G20 countries need to instruct and create incentives for all their public bilateral creditors to participate in debt relief efforts, including national policy banks.  They also need to forcefully encourage the private creditors under their jurisdiction to participate fully in sovereign debt relief efforts for low-income countries.

There are specific measures that should be considered by G7 countries to encourage more participation.  To give just one example, sovereign immunity laws might be amended to include immunity from attachment by commercial creditors who refuse to participate in a Common Framework treatment in which their Government is participating. 

I believe the DSSI should be extended one more time—by six months, through the end of 2021 as many countries are still battling COVID and facing a liquidity squeeze.  But it’s also time to encourage overindebted countries to adopt a debt strategy that allows them to achieve a moderate debt position.  Debt sustainability needs to achieve more than just short-term solvency—the ability to not default, while providing only minimal social and economic priorities.  History tells us that countries with no way out of overhanging burdens of debt don’t grow and don’t achieve lasting reductions in poverty.  The G20 Common Framework for Debt Treatments—which goes beyond the DSSI—can make an important difference here.

Interest-rate reductions could play a big role in some of the debt restructurings to be done under the Common Framework.  Some countries are paying interest rates of 6 or 7% on their official bilateral debt—and that simply cannot be justified in today’s conditions.  Over the past two decades, high-income advanced economies have benefited from an extraordinary decline in both short- and long-term interest rates—these have dropped to nearly zero from a range of 4 to 6%.  Shouldn’t the poorest countries also benefit from this “low for long” decline?  Negotiating longer maturity loans could also help.

Through the Common Framework and the DSSI, we can identify unsustainable debt where it exists and help restructure it to moderate levels.  For countries with high risk of debt distress, but still sustainable debt levels, we should consider reprofiling it—by extending maturities, for example.  But all of this will require more participation than we have seen so far from the private sector, and some official bilateral creditors.

As in the climate area, the economic and finance challenges surrounding debt are huge and worthy of your attention and public discussion.  First, what are the tradeoffs between assistance during liquidity crises for near-term debt payments versus longer-term support for sustainability that allows the people to make progress against poverty?  For which countries is it appropriate to delay principle and interest payments but without reducing the stock of debt or the interest rates on it?  For which countries should the total debt burden be reduced given ‘low for long’ outlook?  Second, how can accountability be achieved given the difference in time horizons of those signing debt and investment contracts and those that bear the burden?  For example, how can a system of contracts work when it is strongly in the interest of government officials to accept stringent contract terms for debt even though the long-term payments will be difficult?  Third, how should the international financial system operate when there is no bankruptcy process for sovereign debt?  How can the system resolve the glaring imbalance between creditors, who have the power and the responsibility to fully enforce contracts; and debtor countries, who are often poorer and have less capacity to resolve disagreements? 

Clearly, transparency is going to be a key part of the solution to these problems.  The resistance to debt transparency is intense.  Airtight nondisclosure agreements often protect contracts, leaving their terms – and sometimes even their existence – secret.  Some contracts include almost the reverse of a collective action clause – a clause requiring debtors to exempt the creditor from any comparable treatment, where debt restructuring, for example with the Paris Club, is agreed.  In debt, as in so many areas, sunlight is truly the best remedy.  Given our long-track record in helping countries to address their debt problems, the Bank, together with the Fund, will continue to engage and support countries in their efforts to achieve a moderate debt position.

Topic 3: Inequality

I’ve discussed climate and debt in some detail and some of the economic challenges they present.  I’d like to close with a discussion of inequality.  As I said at the outset, our response to poverty, climate change, and inequality will be defining choices of our age.  Inequality is most apparent in the direct effects of COVID, that hits informal workers and the vulnerable the most; and in the unequal access to vaccines for developing countries.  It is also worsening due to the focus of fiscal and monetary stimulus on support for the formal sector and selected assets at the expensive of debt owed by future generations.  That problem is most applicable to advanced economies, but a similar effect hits the indebted people in the developing countries because sovereign debts and debt rollovers have their biggest positive impact on those signing the contracts – creditors and debtors – whereas the burden of the debt often falls on the poor.

I spoke at length about Reversing the Inequality Pandemic in October 2020 ahead of our Annual Meetings last year.  I explained the work that we are doing to address the challenges posed by inequality, including our financial support through COVID-related emergency health programs and cash transfer programs.

These inequalities raise a third set of economic challenges I’d like to raise to your attention.  First, what’s the fastest, most effective path to better vaccine distribution? It’s important for the vaccination process to start in more countries because vaccinations will take many months due to constraints in delivery capacity.  The World Bank will have arranged vaccine financing for 50 developing countries by mid-year, but the supply issues are unresolved.  Second, as I discussed in the climate section, how does the world finance the necessary investments in global public goods by poorer countries?  Third, is there any pathway to developing countries for the massive fiscal stimulus and run-up in national debt being applied by the advanced economies?  On the one hand, greater demand in the advanced economies will help create markets.  But on the other hand, the loss of investments, skills and schooling during the pandemic has been catastrophic.  The data is clear that poorer countries are not making the gains in living standards that were expected pre-crisis and are falling further behind.  And, fourth, because the asset purchases by advanced economies are so large, long-term and selective, can the purchases be spread out more fairly to improve global capital allocation, benefit smaller businesses and new entrants, and allow borrowers needing short-term financing to have more access?

Let me conclude with this: COVID-19 has brought us to a crossroads.  In our policy choices, as we look to the future, we can avoid errors of the past.  To repair the damage, we will need integrated, long-run strategies that emphasize green, resilient, and inclusive development.  This must be aligned with the need for policies that help countries increase literacy, reduce stunting and malnutrition, ensure clean water and energy access, and provide better health care.  We must help countries improve their readiness for future pandemics.  We need to help them accelerate the development and adoption of digital technologies.  We need to work to improve and expand local supply chains and strengthen biodiversity and ecosystems.

There’s an important role for both the public and the private sector in all of this.  Governments can help to lay the foundations, ensuring financing of health and education and investing in core public goods and basic infrastructure.  Governments can also do much to clear the way by enacting appropriate legislation and creating space for the private sector wherever possible.  They should enact policy reforms to spur private investment—including FDI.  They should help financial institutions resolve non-performing loans as quickly as possible.  Private investment will be key in addressing climate change challenges, debt issues, and inequality – each of which require innovation, which the private sector can bring.  The private sector also needs to accept corporate responsibility – whether that’s applying robust environmental and social standards, paying taxes, or playing its part in debt resolution.  Government and the private sector will need to cooperate in many sectors such as energy, considering joint public-private initiatives with fair burden sharing and good governance.

As I’ve emphasized during this address, cooperation between academics, development practitioners and policy makers also has a key role to play.  The world faces overwhelming challenges.  In some cases, the answers are clear, and the challenge is to communicate these clearly to policy makers.  In other cases, academics – including those at LSE – can help to break new ground, in tackling the unanswered questions – and in doing so help to invent a greener, more resilient, and inclusive model of prosperity for the 21 st century.  The World Bank Group can be a key champion in helping to address climate change, debt, and inequality bringing to the table public and private sector solutions, as well as the unique combination of analytics, financial support, and convening power.

Today, we have a historic opportunity to change course—to improve development outcomes for countries, to overcome the rising dangers of climate change, systemic inequality, social instability, and conflict.  In our efforts to rebuild, we can generate a recovery that ensures a broad and lasting rise in prosperity especially for the poorest and most marginalized.  It’s an opportunity we cannot afford to pass up.

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"unlocking a green future".

World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5, is a special occasion designed to increase global awareness of the need to protect our planet. This United Nations-driven event started in 1972 following the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment. In this article, we'll discuss World Environment Day, why it was established, how it's celebrated, and provide a wide range of World Environment Day speech topics.

World Environment Day was created to inspire global action towards improving the environment. Over the years, this special occasion has grown into a broad platform for raising awareness and taking action on increasingly urgent issues, from marine pollution and global warming to sustainable consumption and wildlife crime.

World Environment Day celebrations vary significantly by country and city. Still, they share a common goal: encouraging a greater understanding and commitment to conserving the environment. Activities include educational seminars, community clean-ups, concerts, dance recitals, exhibits, tree planting, and more. Each year, a different host country where the official celebrations occur is selected.

Let's delve into some potential World Environment Day speech topics.

20 Informative Speech Topics on World Environment Day

• The History and Significance of World Environment Day
• The Impact of Climate Change on Earth's Ecosystem
• The Role of Renewable Energy in Sustainable Development
• The Importance of Biodiversity and How to Protect It
• The Effect of Plastic Pollution on Our Oceans
• Deforestation and Its Impact on the Environment
• The Connection Between Overpopulation and Environmental Degradation
• Understanding the Role of Urban Green Spaces
• The Dangers and Control of Environmental Pollution
• Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security
• Importance of Water Conservation in Today's World
• Wildlife Conservation Efforts Across the Globe
• Environmental Education: Need of the Hour
• The Concept and Impact of Carbon Footprint
• Climate Change and Its Effect on Global Health
• The Importance of Coral Reefs to Marine Ecosystems
• Recycling: A Simple Way to Protect Our Environment
• The Importance of Sustainable Transport
• The Role of Bees in Pollination
• The Impact of Industrialization on the Environment

Sample Informative Speech Topic and Outline for World Environment Day: Bees and Their Crucial Role in Our Ecosystem

• Introduction : Briefly introduce the topic.
• The Role of Bees: Discuss the role of bees in pollination and their contribution to the food chain.
• The Current Situation: Talk about the declining bee population worldwide and its causes.
• The Impact : Describe the potential impacts of the declining bee population on the ecosystem and our lives.
• Steps for Conservation : Suggest ways we can contribute to bee conservation.
• Conclusion : Summarize the main points and call for action.

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• Why Each of Us Should Participate in World Environment Day
• The Urgency of Taking Action Against Climate Change
• The Benefits of Vegetarianism for the Environment
• The Importance of Personal Contribution to Environmental Conservation
• The Necessity of a Greener Lifestyle
• The Importance of Green Spaces in Urban Planning
• The Significance of Wildlife Conservation
• The Need for Stricter Regulations to Control Industrial Pollution
• The Benefits of Public Transport
• Promoting Sustainable Farming Practices
• The Impact of Deforestation on Local Communities
• The Need for Global Cooperation in Addressing Environmental Issues
• The Impact of Fast Fashion on the Environment
• The Importance of Promoting Renewable Energy
• The Urgency of Water Conservation
• The Role of the Individual in Reducing Carbon Footprint
• The Importance of Ocean Conservation Efforts
• Why We Should All Adopt the Three R's: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
• The Need to Reduce the Use of Harmful Chemicals in Agriculture
• The Importance of Environmental Education in Schools

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• A Local Environmental Issue and Possible Solutions
• How Your Lifestyle Contributes to Climate Change
• Your Favorite Green Space and Why It's Important
• How Your Community is Addressing Environmental Issues
• The Impact of Climate Change on Your City
• The Significance of Recycling in Your Daily Life
• Your Thoughts on the Future of Renewable Energy
• An Experience with Wildlife That Changed Your Perception
• Your Vision for a Greener Future
• The Most Beautiful Natural Site You've Visited
• An Animal Species You Admire and Its Importance in the Ecosystem
• A Sustainable Practice You Wish More People Would Adopt
• How World Environment Day Inspires You
• The Role of Technology in Solving Environmental Issues
• Your Personal Environmental Conservation Efforts
• Your Favorite Environmentally Friendly Product
• The Role of Local Communities in Conservation Efforts
• Your Thoughts on the Connection Between Mental Health and Nature
• A Time When Nature Took Your Breath Away

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• The Most Surprising Fact You Know About the Environment
• The Coolest Animal Adaptation You've Learned About
• The Funniest Experience You've Had in Nature
• A Review of Your Favorite Environmentally-Friendly Product
• The Strangest Plant You've Ever Seen
• The Most Breathtaking Natural Wonder You'd Like to Visit
• The Most Interesting Environmental Documentary You've Watched
• A Hilarious Story About an Encounter with Wildlife
• Your Favorite Green Activity or Hobby
• The Most Delicious Plant-Based Recipe You've Tried

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• The Importance of Renewable Energy : Discuss the benefits of renewable energy and its potential for sustainable development
• Case Studies : Give examples of countries that have made significant strides in renewable energy use
• The Future of Renewable Energy : Discuss potential future developments and how they could influence sustainable development
• Conclusion : Recap the key points and emphasize the importance of transitioning to renewable energy

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Climate Action: It’s time to make peace with nature, UN chief urges

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The UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, has described the fight against the climate crisis as the top priority for the 21st Century, in a passionate, uncompromising speech delivered on Wednesday at Columbia University in New York.

The landmark address marks the beginning of a month of UN-led climate action, which includes the release of major reports on the global climate and fossil fuel production, culminating in a climate summit on 12 December, the fifth anniversary of the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement.

Nature always strikes back

Mr. Guterres began with a litany of the many ways in which nature is reacting, with “growing force and fury”, to humanity’s mishandling of the environment, which has seen a collapse in biodiversity, spreading deserts, and oceans reaching record temperatures.

The link between COVID-19 and man-made climate change was also made plain by the UN chief, who noted that the continued encroachment of people and livestock into animal habitats, risks exposing us to more deadly diseases.

And, whilst the economic slowdown resulting from the pandemic has temporarily slowed emissions of harmful greenhouse gases, levels of carbon dioxide, nitrous oxide and methane are still rising, with the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere at a record high. Despite this worrying trend, fossil fuel production – responsible for a significant proportion of greenhouse gases – is predicted to continue on an upward path.

‘Time to flick the green switch’

The appropriate global response, said the Secretary-General, is a transformation of the world economy, flicking the “green switch” and building a sustainable system driven by renewable energy, green jobs and a resilient future.

One way to achieve this vision, is by achieving net zero emissions (read our feature story on net zero for a full explanation, and why it is so important). There are encouraging signs on this front, with several developed countries, including the UK, Japan and China, committing to the goal over the next few decades.

Mr. Guterres called on all countries, cities and businesses to target 2050 as the date by which they achieve carbon neutrality – to at least halt national increases in emissions - and for all individuals to do their part.

With the cost of renewable energy continuing to fall, this transition makes economic sense, and will lead to a net creation of 18 million jobs over the next 10 years. Nevertheless, the UN chief pointed out, the G20, the world’s largest economies, are planning to spend 50 per cent more on sectors linked to fossil fuel production and consumption, than on low-carbon energy.

Put a price on carbon

For years, many climate experts and activists have called for the cost of carbon-based pollution to be factored into the price of fossil fuels, a step that Mr. Guterres said would provide certainty and confidence for the private and financial sectors.

Companies, he declared, need to adjust their business models, ensuring that finance is directed to the green economy, and pension funds, which manage some $32 trillion in assets, need to step and invest in carbon-free portfolios.

Far more money, continued the Secretary-General, needs to be invested in adapting to the changing climate, which is hindering the UN’s work on disaster risk reduction. The international community, he said, has “both a moral imperative and a clear economic case, for supporting developing countries to adapt and build resilience to current and future climate impacts”.

Everything is interlinked

The COVID-19 pandemic put paid to many plans, including the UN’s ambitious plan to make 2020 the “super year” for buttressing the natural world. That ambition has now been shifted to 2021, and will involve a number of major climate-related international commitments.

These include the development of a plan to halt the biodiversity crisis; an Oceans Conference to protect marine environments; a global sustainable transport conference; and the first Food Systems Summit, aimed at transforming global food production and consumption.

Mr. Guterres ended his speech on a note of hope, amid the prospect of a new, more sustainable world in which mindsets are shifting, to take into account the importance of reducing each individual’s carbon footprint.

Far from looking to return to “normal”, a world of inequality, injustice and “heedless dominion over the Earth”, the next step, said the Secretary-General, should be towards a safer, more sustainable and equitable path, and for mankind to rethink our relationship with the natural world – and with each other.

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Our planet is in a state of climate emergency.But I also see hope.There is momentum toward carbon neutrality. Many cities are becoming greener. The circular economy is reducing waste. Environmental laws have growing reach. And many people are taking #ClimateAction. pic.twitter.com/dDAHH279Er António Guterres, UN Secretary-General antonioguterres December 2, 2020

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27 april 2019, remarks at leaders' roundtable on promoting green and sustainable development to implement the 2030 agenda, antónio guterres.

I am deeply concerned about the climate crisis, and this is a matter I am very passionate about.   Since I feel, when one looks at what happens on the ground and which is growing worse day by day, I believe we still lack the global political will to take the kind of transformational measures necessary to make these trends be reversed before it is too late.   And indeed, I strongly welcome your focus today on green and sustainable development – our common global commitment through the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change.  And I can assure you, Mr. President [Xi Jinping of China], that the UN will do everything possible to help towards the success of the Belt and Road Initiative, also in this context.   Now, the deepening climate crisis is at the top of our concerns.   Climate change is moving much faster than our efforts to address it, and the last four years were the hottest on record.   Natural disasters have wreaked havoc in nearly every region of the globe.   Last year, more than 35 million people were affected by floods, and when visiting, namely Africa, I am always impressed by the way drought is progressing, destroying livelihoods and forcing more and more people to move.   The average number of people exposed to heatwaves has increased by some 125 million since the beginning of the century, with deadly consequences.   The combination of extreme heat and air pollution is proving increasingly dangerous.   The climate crisis threatens decades of progress and jeopardizes all our plans for an inclusive and sustainable development.   And the clock is ticking.  Science has clearly told us that we have only 12 years for this transformation, if we want to limit temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius and to avoid the worst impacts of climate change.     To put it simply, we need green development.  We need sustainable development.  And we need it now.   We can win the race to keep our planet livable and on a healthy trajectory.    But this requires action that is rooted in solutions that are sustainable and aligned with the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda.   To help generate the ambition we need, and to showcase practical, feasible and ambitious solutions to meet our goals, I am convening a Climate Action Summit in New York on 23rd September.   And I am calling on leaders to come with concrete, realistic plans to enhance their Nationally Determined Contributions by 2020.   These plans must show how we can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45 per cent over the next decade and get to net zero emissions globally by 2050 through strong mitigation and adaptation measures.   And this is why I have been asking leaders around the world to adopt carbon pricing that reflects the true cost of emissions – and I’d like to underline the fact that the two largest emissions trading systems are the Chinese and European Union ones – but also to end subsidies on fossil fuels, and not to start construction of new coal plants beyond 2020.    I am also counting on leaders to make sure their plans include women as key decision-makers and address disproportionate impacts many women experience from climate change.   Excellencies,   Chinese leadership will continue to be crucial.   As I said yesterday, new renewable energy jobs in China now outnumber those created in the oil and gas industries.    In 2017, China invested more than $125 billion dollars in renewable energy, an increase of 25 per cent over the previous year.   And I will never forget that, in the UN Climate Conference in Katowice, China played an absolutely essential role building bridges and securing an agreement that allowed for the approval of the Action Plan of the Paris Agreement.   It is estimated that some 75 per cent of the global infrastructure that will be needed by 2050 is yet to be built, and the existing infrastructure will have to be made climate-resilient.   That is why the Belt and Road Initiative, with its huge volume of investment, is an opportunity we cannot miss to propel our world into a green future and to help countries transition to low-carbon, clean-energy pathways with new infrastructure that is sustainable and equitable, and drives adaptation and is based on non-fossil energy.    Excellencies,   The momentum for transformational change is growing.   The green economy is the future. It fosters prosperity, creates decent work, addresses root causes of conflict and contributes to the full enjoyment of all human rights – not only civil and political, but also economic, social and cultural.   More governments, cities and businesses than ever understand that climate solutions strengthen our economies and protect our environment at the same time.   To transform our world, we need inclusive, sustainable growth that uplifts surrounding communities, responds to the needs of all, brings women into the economy of tomorrow, and is fully compatible with the Paris Agreement on climate change and the Sustainable Development Goals.   Together – and the Belt and Road Initiative is an absolutely crucial instrument for that – we can move farther down the road to realizing the 2030 Agenda and to achieving our global vision for people, planet and prosperity.   Thank you.

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The Green Movement urges us all to protect our planet. It’s a call to action that resonates globally. In the next few lines, we’ll talk about a speech related to this crucial cause.

This speech aims to inspire and motivate. It’s about making a difference for our Earth, our only home.

1-minute Speech on Green Movement

Good day, everyone! Let’s talk about a topic close to our hearts and our future – the Green Movement.

In simple words, the Green Movement is all about making our planet healthier. It’s like when you’re sick, you take medicine to get better. Our Earth is sick because of pollution, and the Green Movement is the medicine.

The first step in this healing process is recycling. It’s like cleaning your room so you can play better. When we recycle, we clean our Earth. We use less new stuff and give old things a new life. It’s fun, it’s easy, and it makes a big difference!

The next step is using less energy. Think about when you’re thirsty. You drink just enough water to quench your thirst, not the whole jug. The same goes for energy. We should use only what we need. Turn off lights when you leave a room, and unplug electronics when they’re not in use.

Planting trees is another important part of the Green Movement. Trees are like the lungs of our planet. They breathe in bad air and breathe out good air. Plus, they give us shade, fruits, and a home for birds and animals.

Last but not least, let’s talk about being kind to animals. Animals are our friends, and they need our help to survive. We can help by not littering, not hurting them, and by creating safe spaces for them to live.

So remember, the Green Movement is all about caring for our Earth. It’s about recycling, using less energy, planting trees, and being kind to animals. Let’s all join hands and heal our planet together. Thank you!

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Ladies and Gentlemen,

Our planet is a gift. It’s a home filled with trees, animals, rivers, and mountains. But we all know that our home is in trouble. The rivers are drying up, animals are losing their homes, and the air is not as clean as it used to be. This is why we need the Green Movement.

The Green Movement is about caring for our planet. It’s about making sure that we don’t take more than we give back. It’s about planting trees instead of cutting them down. It’s about using less plastic and more paper or cloth. It’s about walking or cycling instead of always using a car.

We all have a part to play in the Green Movement. We can start by doing small things. Turn off the lights when you leave a room. Use both sides of a piece of paper. Don’t waste food. These small actions can make a big difference.

But we also need to think about the big picture. We need to tell our leaders that we want clean air, clean water, and safe places for animals to live. We need to tell businesses that we want products that are good for the environment. We need to show them that we care about our planet.

The Green Movement is not just about the environment. It’s about people too. When we take care of our planet, we take care of each other. We make sure that everyone has clean air to breathe and clean water to drink. We make sure that everyone can enjoy the beauty of nature.

But the Green Movement is also about the future. It’s about making sure that our children, and their children, have a safe and healthy planet to live on. It’s about leaving them a world that is better than the one we found.

So let’s all be part of the Green Movement. Let’s all do our part to take care of our planet. Because in the end, it’s not just about saving the environment. It’s about saving ourselves and our future.

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Under the First Amendment, commercial speech isn’t treated the same way as other forms of speech (e.g., political speech) and thus is only protected if true. Light says green speech should be treated as commercial speech.

The Case for More Regulation

Light sees greenwashing as similar to “perjury in court.” Requiring up-front disclosures, she says, could compel companies to be more truthful. That, in turn, could help people make better purchases and political choices.

Advertising green practices can have powerful effects on which companies people support and what products they buy. Perhaps surprisingly, it can also influence their positions on policy.

“When members of the public learn what private firms are doing with respect to the environment, it has an effect on their support for public regulation or laws,” says Sarah Light, Wharton associate professor of legal studies and business ethics. If people think most firms have adopted a green practice, they’re less likely to support regulation for that action; after all, companies already have it handled. If, however, only some firms have taken action, people are more likely to support regulation.

Given green advertising’s ability to influence people’s behavior, it makes sense that companies want the world to know about their efforts. On the other hand, it has also led some firms to use green language without merit. Light tackles the topic of “greenwashing”— when companies exaggerate or lie about their green qualities — and the regulatory implications in two courses: Business, Social Responsibility, and the Environment, for MBA students, and Environmental Management: Law and Policy, for MBAs and undergraduates. In those courses, students grapple with whether environmental speech should be held to higher standards than other types of speech — and if so, how.

As for her own thoughts, Light recently co-authored “ Greenwashing and the First Amendment ” with Amanda Shanor, assistant professor of legal studies and business ethics. Together, they argue that companies’ green speech should be subject to the First Amendment’s commercial speech doctrine, which asserts that misleading advertising can be prohibited. “Just as judges are dependent on witnesses for true information, consumers are dependent upon firms to share true information about their products,” says Light. “We don’t live in the world of ‘buyer beware’ anymore.”

Among the possible regulatory options, Light sees promise in requiring more up-front disclosures about environmental aspects of a company’s operations, in contrast to penalizing companies for actions they’ve already taken. “It’s really hard to go after people after the fact,” says Light. One promising development for disclosures is the Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposed rules for periodic climate-related disclosures from public companies.

“It’s very clear to me,” she adds, “that more disclosure could deter some of these considerations, would allow consumers to make good choices, and would potentially reduce distortion of politics in the marketplace.”

Published as “At the Whiteboard With Sarah Light” in the Spring/Summer 2023 issue of Wharton Magazine .

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Good morning to one and all present here. Today, I will be giving a short speech on the topic of the ‘Green Revolution’. 

Google lays down two definitions of the green revolution, both of which are interconnected with each other. The first is “a large increase in crop production in developing countries achieved by the use of artificial fertilizers, pesticides, and high-yield crop varieties” while the second is “a dramatic rise in concern about the environment in industrialized countries.”

Simply put, the green revolution is the significant increase in agricultural production that has been made possible by the use of various new types of crops and different new farming methods which had not been previously employed, especially in developing countries.

This skyrocketing production allowed for the previously suffering farmers to even have a comfortable surplus to export! Many nations developed this way, including India, which began by importing 18,000 tons of HYV of wheat from Mexico. Dr. MS Swaminathan is the father of the Indian Green Revolution here.

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104 Environmental Speech Topics [Persuasive, Informative]

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Environmental speech topics and essay writing on angles of view regarding different aspects of our ecology for public speaking. Hope these helpful ideas will sparkle your fantasy!

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• The danger of ocean oil spills.
• Recycling should be mandatory.
• Why oil needs to be conserved.
• Why we should use reusable bags.
• Why palm oil should be banned.
• Ban mining in environmentally sensitive areas.
• Disposable diapers are hazardous to the environment.
• The environment is more important than genetics in determining how a person will turn out.
• The danger of oil drilling in Alaska.
• Fishing regulations are necessary to preserve the environment.
• Endangered species need protection.
• We need to invest more in alternative fuels.
• Endangered oceans deserve protection.
• We should strive for a paperless society.
• Conserve our global resources.
• Rain forests need to be protected.
• The principal threats of land degradation in Asia / Africa / South America (choose one continent for your thesis focus).
• Ocean acidification (a decline in the pH degree of ocean waters) endangers marine organisms.
• The main causes of massive coral bleaching (the whitening of corals).
• The advantages of an intercropping system for sustainable plant production.
• Environmentalists are misusing the term sustainable development.
• Why we should be concerned about ozone depletion in Earth’s stratosphere.
• Bottom trawling (dragging huge nets along the sea floor) is killing for the benthic ecological organisms.
• The benefits of microbes to humans.
• Make you own Carbon Footprint and realize how polluting you are.
• Why the carbon tax should be the next stage in our capitalist world.
• How to manage E-waste streams in modern India.
• Emissions trading or exchangeable emission permits work contra-productive in the urgency to blow back global warming.
• Debt-for-nature swaps are natural friendly policies.
• Renewable energy technologies like wind energy, hydroelectricity, biomass and solar power should be stimulated by the government.
• How to apply green ecological sustainable computing (or green IT) at your home PC or Mac.
• The BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico is the worst man-made mishap in American history. Environmental persuasive speech topics can also be found after that big crash at sea – e.g. in Nigeria.
• We should handle with care the dangers and risks of exhausting our fossil fuel resources on earth, and protect the innocent sea life.
• Global warming demands more joined global action than Kopenhagen did.
• Encourage livestock owners to adopt sustainable grazing systems.
• Environmental damage of energy consumption force us to use energy alternatives.
• Mankind is responsible for the large loss of biodiversity in nature.
• Avoid using plastic bags.
• Buy natural and organic produced, and fair trade products.
• Our ever-expanding consumerism has killed the earth.
• Sacrifice a little bit of the economic growth for the good of the environment.
• Give tax cuts to companies to develop solar, wind and forms of hydrogen energy.
• There should be a green tax on aviation fuel.
• Why stores need to stop supplying plastic bags
• Are green jobs really green and environmentally friendly?
• TV news program weather forecasts are not accurate at all.
• The only effective litter prevention method is to force recycling.
• Recycling helps with green house effects.
• Only energy efficient household appliances should be sold.
• Nuclear power is a good alternative energy source.
• Keep your thermostat at 68 F in Winter and 72 F in Summer.
• Hunting sports harm the biodiversity.
• Hundreds of thousands of species will go extinct by 2060.
• Buying durable goods will save the world.
• We are wasting the opportunity to waste less.
• Water pollution will be the world’s biggest problem in the next years.
• Natural disasters stimulate economic growth.
• We are killing the rainforest, our planet’s lungs.
• The change of our climate pattern is not natural.
• The effects of global warming are not overestimated by scientists and green activists.
• Restrict every household to 50 gallon can on trash and yard waste a week.
• Rural development is the main cause of wildfires and extensive damage in the past years.
• Energy alternatives are the only solution to the environmental damage.
• Paying higher energy prices is a sacrifice we have to make for cleaner fuels.
• Construction plans must include an environment-section.
• Promote earthfriendly cars by tax benefits.

Why can’t the discussion about nuclear energy just be about the sole bare facts instead of political bias all the time?

6 additional persuasive environmental speech topics

Persuasive environmental speech topics to increase the quality of your persuasive communication skills, detailed layouts on Natural Resources, Radio Active Waste Management, and Intensive Farming  are even applicable on essay writing goals.

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That logic reasoning process in the end will result in a nice and substantial blueprint, and a sample argumentation scheme for a debate on good persuasive environmental speech topics.

Excessive Use of Natural Resources Leads to Depletion In The End.

Radioactive materials are – without exception I would state – firm persuasive environmental speech topics and essay discourse themes for students. E.g.:

Radio Active Waste Management.

Intensive farming has many pros and cons. In the next example I deal with the cons. Note that each of them could be used as single persuasive environmental speech topics for a debate or essay:

The Disadvantages of Intensive Farming.

You also could take the opposite side and defend the pro-intensive farming arguments by attacking and replacing them for reasons in favor of the supporters of intensive farming. That will provoke immediate discussion among your listeners. Furthermore I would like to share alternative options for persuasive environmental speech topics:

• Endangered species;
• Marine debris and microplastics;
• The sea level rise.

Endangered species – The international list of protected animals. E.g. the Red List of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature IUCN. Sharpen your persuasive communication skills and judge the conditions for protection.

Marine debris and microplastics – More and more are our ocean, seas, lakes and rivers polluted. Littering: plastic bottles, bags, and so on. Persuade your audience to act. Let them support coastal volunteer operations to remove and prevent debris.

The sea level rise – What is bad about it? What are the predictions of meteorologists regarding the reported weather and climate changes? What should we do to stop it? Is it possible to stop the rise of the sea level anyway?

• The fundamentals of logistics for oil and gas exploration.
• Wildlife protection programs.
• Plants, animals and organisms that live in the ocean.
• The greatest rainforests in the world.
• Facts and figures of littering in our community
• Domestic water waste treatment plans.
• Safety issues of nuclear power plants.
• Local communities can contribute to maintenance of fragile ecosystems.
• Global concern about climate change rose dramatically after Al Gore made his documentary.
• The importance of sustainable development for future generations.
• What is at stake with greenhouse carbon gas emissions?
• Water is the upcoming hot issue in the Middle East.
• Availability and purity of water.
• The Burj Khalifa skyscraper in Dubai – the smart innovative energy reuser.
• South-American tropical forests.
• Global climate change is not only caused by humans.
• We need a healthy environment.
• The effects of global warming.
• Why conserving energy is important.
• The negative aspects of a polluted environment.
• The great Pacific garbage patch.
• The ways that water pollution is harmful.
• The effects of industrial and household waste.
• What is global warming?
• The benefits of organic farming.
• Why drought is a serious problem.
• The pollution of today’s world.
• The importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling.
• The effects of environmental degradation.
• Why should we save birds.
• Why we should save the Ganges.
• How to recycle different materials.

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3 minutes speech on environment.

Good Morning to one and all present here. I am going to present a short speech on Environment. Our environment consists of all living beings as well as their surroundings. A healthy environment is one that is sustainable for a long period of time. It is the source of life for everyone. It directs the life of everyone and determines the proper growth and development.

The good or bad quality of our life is depending on the quality of our natural environment. Our need for food, water, shelter, and other things depends on the environment around us. There must be a balanced natural cycle that exists between the environment and the lives of human beings, plants, and animals.

Human society is playing a vital role in degenerating the natural environment which is affecting badly the lives on this planet. All the human actions in this modern world directly impact our ecosystem.  Many actions of us have brought big changes to this planet, resulting in many environmental problems. Increasing demand for technologies and industries is another important factor.

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Various Environmental Issues

There are many harmful effects of human activities on the environment. Some of these are pollution, over-population, waste disposal, climate change, global warming, and the greenhouse effect, etc. The big reason that poses a serious threat to our environment is the harmful gases in the air.

The uncontrolled use of automobiles has increased their effects, which in turn emits harmful gases like Carbon monoxide. The electronic appliances like air conditioners and refrigerators also contaminating air by the discharge of harmful substances. The diverse effect of these gases is causing air pollution as well as global warming.

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Deforestation is another major reason. The human population is increasing at a fast rate and therefore to meet their daily consumption we need to cut forests and trees. It may be for home or for fuel, but we are causing great loss to the environment.

Other factors are the depletion of natural resources like water, fuel, and food. On the other hand over-consumption of resources by humans and improper waste disposal have resulted in a huge quantity of solid and hazardous wastes. These wastes are other threats to the environment.

Solutions of the Problems of our Environment

Due to all the above human activities, our planet has reached unsustainable levels. Therefore, it is our duty and responsibility to lower the loss. Every individual can play a significant role in this solution.

For example, we should take a pledge to say ‘No’ to plastics. Instead of it, we may make use of Eco-friendly substitutes like paper and cloth bags.

The government of every country must implement strict laws for industries, those are releasing the toxic wastes for proper waste management. The awareness programs should be organized to encourage citizens to use public transport as much as possible.

Also, everyone must do plantation of trees. The less use of private vehicles will reduce the emission of harmful gases as well will save fuel resources.

In the end, I want to say that we must spread environmental awareness in our society as well as in our daily routine life. It is necessary to save and protect our environment. In my view, it is the responsibility of everyone to do our bit for the environment. Therefore, let us work together towards a greener and more sustainable future.

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81 Green Building Essay Topic Ideas & Examples

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Speech on Clean India in English for Students

As rightly said, cleanliness is next to godliness, cleanliness in life helps us lead healthier lives. Cleanliness and keeping our environment clean should not be practised as a one-time thing. It should be lived and inculcated in our lifestyle. The Indian government has taken steps towards a clean India. In this article, we will see the Speech on Clean India is given to raise awareness and can be given in different ways. The speech can be a Long Speech on Clean India and a Short Speech on Clean India.

The Clean India Mission is a campaign aimed at making India a cleaner and greener nation. To do this, it has set aside funding for a variety of activities aimed at enhancing people's hygiene and well-being. The Swachh Bharat Mission is one such project, with the goal of making India clean by 2019. The government's Clean India Mission aims to clean up the Ganga. More investments in the Ganga's water quality are required to make this objective a success. India is a country founded on the belief that it has a responsibility to serve its people. 

Clean India Speech in English

Long Speech on Clean India

This kind of Speech on Clean India is helpful for students in grades 8-12, as there are many awareness programs held now especially in schools so students can present with a Clean India Speech In English. Take a look below.

Good morning everyone, this is ABC (mention your name) and I am very grateful for this opportunity to speak on such an important topic like Clean India that can have immediate effects in our everyday lives as well. Cleanliness is something that we have been taught since our childhood. The value and importance of it are instilled in our young age. Our parents and teachers have always been vocal about keeping clean rooms and classrooms. Cleanliness for personal hygiene has been the purpose to live a healthy life free from diseases. But when one strives to keep the surroundings clean, the nation also becomes disease-free and lives a healthier life.

Cleanliness not only impacts our lives personally but also helps the people around us, society, the environment, and the country as well. If there is one major difference between India and abroad that is vividly noticeable is the clean streets and cleaner environment. In our country sadly, though we take good care of ourselves and our own homes we easily neglect the streets and roads.

At home, we can separate biodegradable and non-biodegradable matter and send them for recycling instead of dumping. Everyone tends to irresponsibly litter all kinds of waste onto the streets and the natural environment. This pollutes and disrupts the ecosystem and affects every living being. This was a cause for concern when pollution levels in India were significantly rising.

Our honorable Prime Minister, Narendra Modi shed light on the importance of cleanliness. This philosophy echoed the values of the Father of our nation, Mahatma Gandhi. So on 2nd October, which is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti Prime Minister announced the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Campaign in 2014.

The objective of this mission as the name suggests is to clean India. The Clean India campaign focuses on sanitation and hygiene in all parts of the country. The budget was over 30 billion dollars to invest in rural villages, small towns as well as cities.

In rural India, one of the major hindrances to cleanliness is open defecation, so the campaign set out to build more toilets to promote the need for sanitation. This is important because it allows men and especially women to avoid health problems caused due to lack of proper sanitation facilities. More public toilets were constructed in the rural areas of India.

This unique way of combating a problem from the ground level was noteworthy and it garnered a lot of international attention. Anything that has to be done on a national scale is difficult to execute but the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan campaign strives to make India cleaner by 2022.

Now that we are aware of the benefits of living a clean life at home, school, and work that will inevitably benefit society and country, we should pledge to effectively practise it starting now to live a cleaner and healthier life.

Short Speech on Clean Ind ia

This kind of Speech on Clean India which is explained in short and simple words is very useful for students in grades 4-7.

Good morning everyone, I am grateful for this opportunity to speak on the topic of Clean India. As we have heard of the phrase cleanliness is next to godliness which refers to God residing in clean places. As the years go the need for cleanliness is becoming more important as this is the right way to lead healthy and disease-free lives.

Cleanliness must be a ritual and a lifestyle choice that one has to make and practice wherever they go, be it school, college, workplace, industries, and even when we are in nature. Especially when it comes to littering waste everywhere it raises the concern of making it a breeding ground for bacteria and viruses which leads to many diseases.

In rural India, it is more alarming to see the lack of basic sanitation facilities and they openly defecate. This is harmful to the human body as in women it leads to many diseases. To combat these problems and start the work from ground level, our Prime Minister, Narendra Modi in 2014 announced Swacch Bharat Abhiyan on Gandhi Jayanti.

The budget is a whopping over 30 billion dollars and changes made have already started to show incredible progress. Many public toilets were built. The importance of proper sanitation was spread in the villages and building toilets at home was encouraged. This keeps the body disease-free and adds to the mission of Clean India. In conclusion, I would like to add, cleanliness is not just limited to personal hygiene, one should also be responsible for the society we live in and the planet we leave for the next generation.

10 Line Speech on Clean India

This kind of Speech on Clean India is helpful for students in grades 1-3 as it provides the needed information in a few lines.

The Clean India Campaign or the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Campaign was started in 2014 by our honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 2nd October.

The objective of this campaign is in the slogan- One Step Towards Cleanliness.

To make our country India clean we should take small steps, starting at home and our nearby surroundings.

Clean surroundings are of concern in all parts of the country be it rural or urban.

Especially in rural areas, where people openly defecate and are more vulnerable to catching diseases and polluting nature as well.

Open defecation was one of the main agendas to first solve in the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.

This issue also gives rise to more problems like contaminating drinking and cleaning water.

The problem was dealt with by creating awareness among people of the villages and small towns and explaining the importance of cleanliness.

With budgets in the billions for the campaign, the first step was to build toilets and urge people to use them instead of inviting health problems.

The Clean India mission requires all our support and contribution and we should strive to contribute to this cause for a healthier life.

Swacch Bharat Abhiyan is often referred to as the Swachh Bharat campaign, the Clean India Mission, or the Clean India Push. The Indian government has launched a new initiative to clean up the country's backward statutory towns. To move the country forward, this effort comprises increasing cleanliness programs in rural areas, as well as cleaning streets, highways, and changing the nation's infrastructure.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the Swacch Bharat Abhiyan, an Indian government-led cleanliness campaign. The slogan "Swachh Bharat Abhiyan" has become synonymous with all Indian citizens. Our Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, launched this initiative on Mahatma Gandhi's birthday, October 2nd. And it's one of the most well-received projects he's ever worked on. In the year 2014, he made an official announcement about this campaign. 

Furthermore, it is one of several initiatives that caught the attention of millions of people and received national recognition. The campaign has impacted India's entire economy, including the film industry. The primary goal of this program was to eliminate open defecation in every region of India. It can be found in both rural and urban regions. Furthermore, the fundamental goal of this campaign is to promote the habit of cleanliness and hygiene in all public and private spaces.

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112 Persuasive Speech Topics That Are Actually Engaging

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Writing a stellar persuasive speech requires a carefully crafted argument that will resonate with your audience to sway them to your side. This feat can be challenging to accomplish, but an engaging, thought-provoking speech topic is an excellent place to start.

When it comes time to select a topic for your persuasive speech, you may feel overwhelmed by all the options to choose from—or your brain may be drawing a completely blank slate. If you’re having trouble thinking of the perfect topic, don’t worry. We’re here to help!

In this post, we’re sharing how to choose the perfect persuasive speech topic and tips to prepare for your speech. Plus, you’ll find 112 persuasive speech topics that you can take directly from us or use as creative inspiration for your own ideas!

Choose Something You’re Passionate About

It’s much easier to write, research, and deliver a speech about a cause you care about. Even if it’s challenging to find a topic that completely sparks your interest, try to choose a topic that aligns with your passions.

However, keep in mind that not everyone has the same interests as you. Try to choose a general topic to grab the attention of the majority of your audience, but one that’s specific enough to keep them engaged.

For example, suppose you’re giving a persuasive speech about book censorship. In that case, it’s probably too niche to talk about why “To Kill a Mockingbird” shouldn’t be censored (even if it’s your favorite book), and it’s too broad to talk about media censorship in general.

Steer Clear of Cliches

Have you already heard a persuasive speech topic presented dozens of times? If so, it’s probably not an excellent choice for your speech—even if it’s an issue you’re incredibly passionate about.

Although polarizing topics like abortion and climate control are important to discuss, they aren’t great persuasive speech topics. Most people have already formed an opinion on these topics, which will either cause them to tune out or have a negative impression of your speech.

Instead, choose topics that are fresh, unique, and new. If your audience has never heard your idea presented before, they will be more open to your argument and engaged in your speech.

Have a Clear Side of Opposition

For a persuasive speech to be engaging, there must be a clear side of opposition. To help determine the arguability of your topic, ask yourself: “If I presented my viewpoint on this topic to a group of peers, would someone disagree with me?” If the answer is yes, then you’ve chosen a great topic!

Now that we’ve laid the groundwork for what it takes to choose a great persuasive speech topic, here are over one hundred options for you to choose from.

• Should high school athletes get tested for steroids?
• Should schools be required to have physical education courses?
• Should sports grades in school depend on things like athletic ability?
• What sport should be added to or removed from the Olympics?
• Should college athletes be able to make money off of their merchandise?
• Should sports teams be able to recruit young athletes without a college degree?
• Should we consider video gamers as professional athletes?
• Is cheerleading considered a sport?
• Should parents allow their kids to play contact sports?
• Should professional female athletes be paid the same as professional male athletes?
• Should college be free at the undergraduate level?
• Is the traditional college experience obsolete?
• Should you choose a major based on your interests or your potential salary?
• Should high school students have to meet a required number of service hours before graduating?
• Should teachers earn more or less based on how their students perform on standardized tests?
• Are private high schools more effective than public high schools?
• Should there be a minimum number of attendance days required to graduate?
• Are GPAs harmful or helpful?
• Should schools be required to teach about standardized testing?
• Should Greek Life be banned in the United States?
• Should schools offer science classes explicitly about mental health?
• Should students be able to bring their cell phones to school?
• Should all public restrooms be all-gender?
• Should undocumented immigrants have the same employment and education opportunities as citizens?
• Should everyone be paid a living wage regardless of their employment status?
• Should supremacist groups be able to hold public events?
• Should guns be allowed in public places?
• Should the national drinking age be lowered?
• Should prisoners be allowed to vote?
• Should the government raise or lower the retirement age?
• Should the government be able to control the population?
• Is the death penalty ethical?

Environment

• Should stores charge customers for plastic bags?
• Should breeding animals (dogs, cats, etc.) be illegal?
• Is it okay to have exotic animals as pets?
• Should people be fined for not recycling?
• Should compost bins become mandatory for restaurants?
• Should electric vehicles have their own transportation infrastructure?
• Would heavier fining policies reduce corporations’ emissions?
• Should hunting be encouraged or illegal?
• Should reusable diapers replace disposable diapers?

Science & Technology

• Is paper media more reliable than digital news sources?
• Should automated/self-driving cars be legalized?
• Should schools be required to provide laptops to all students?
• Should software companies be able to have pre-downloaded programs and applications on devices?
• Should drones be allowed in military warfare?
• Should scientists invest more or less money into cancer research?
• Should cloning be illegal?
• Should societies colonize other planets?
• Should there be legal oversight over the development of technology?

Social Media

• Should there be an age limit on social media?
• Should cyberbullying have the same repercussions as in-person bullying?
• Are online relationships as valuable as in-person relationships?
• Does “cancel culture” have a positive or negative impact on societies?
• Are social media platforms reliable information or news sources?
• Should social media be censored?
• Does social media create an unrealistic standard of beauty?
• Is regular social media usage damaging to real-life interactions?
• Is social media distorting democracy?
• How many branches of government should there be?
• Who is the best/worst president of all time?
• How long should judges serve in the U.S. Supreme Court?
• Should a more significant portion of the U.S. budget be contributed towards education?
• Should the government invest in rapid transcontinental transportation infrastructure?
• Should airport screening be more or less stringent?
• Should the electoral college be dismantled?
• Should the U.S. have open borders?
• Should the government spend more or less money on space exploration?
• Should students sing Christmas carols, say the pledge of allegiance, or perform other tangentially religious activities?
• Should nuns and priests become genderless roles?
• Should schools and other public buildings have prayer rooms?
• Should animal sacrifice be legal if it occurs in a religious context?
• Should countries be allowed to impose a national religion on their citizens?
• Should the church be separated from the state?
• Does freedom of religion positively or negatively affect societies?

Parenting & Family

• Is it better to have children at a younger or older age?
• Is it better for children to go to daycare or stay home with their parents?
• Does birth order affect personality?
• Should parents or the school system teach their kids about sex?
• Are family traditions important?
• Should parents smoke or drink around young children?
• Should “spanking” children be illegal?
• Should parents use swear words in front of their children?
• Should parents allow their children to play violent video games?

Entertainment

• Should all actors be paid the same regardless of gender or ethnicity?
• Should all award shows be based on popular vote?
• Who should be responsible for paying taxes on prize money, the game show staff or the contestants?
• Should movies and television shows have ethnicity and gender quotas?
• Should newspapers and magazines move to a completely online format?
• Should streaming services like Netflix and Hulu be free for students?
• Is the movie rating system still effective?
• Should celebrities have more privacy rights?

Arts & Humanities

• Are libraries becoming obsolete?
• Should all schools have mandatory art or music courses in their curriculum?
• Should offensive language be censored from classic literary works?
• Is it ethical for museums to keep indigenous artifacts?
• Should digital designs be considered an art form? 
• Should abstract art be considered an art form?
• Is music therapy effective?
• Should tattoos be regarded as “professional dress” for work?
• Should schools place greater emphasis on the arts programs?
• Should euthanasia be allowed in hospitals and other clinical settings?
• Should the government support and implement universal healthcare?
• Would obesity rates lower if the government intervened to make healthy foods more affordable?
• Should teenagers be given access to birth control pills without parental consent?
• Should food allergies be considered a disease?
• Should health insurance cover homeopathic medicine?
• Is using painkillers healthy?
• Should genetically modified foods be banned?
• Should there be a tax on unhealthy foods?
• Should tobacco products be banned from the country?
• Should the birth control pill be free for everyone?

If you need more help brainstorming topics, especially those that are personalized to your interests, you can  use CollegeVine’s free AI tutor, Ivy . Ivy can help you come up with original persuasive speech ideas, and she can also help with the rest of your homework, from math to languages.

Do Your Research

A great persuasive speech is supported with plenty of well-researched facts and evidence. So before you begin the writing process, research both sides of the topic you’re presenting in-depth to gain a well-rounded perspective of the topic.

Understand Your Audience

It’s critical to understand your audience to deliver a great persuasive speech. After all, you are trying to convince them that your viewpoint is correct. Before writing your speech, consider the facts and information that your audience may already know, and think about the beliefs and concerns they may have about your topic. Then, address these concerns in your speech, and be mindful to include fresh, new information.

Have Someone Read Your Speech

Once you have finished writing your speech, have someone read it to check for areas of strength and improvement. You can use CollegeVine’s free essay review tool to get feedback on your speech from a peer!

Practice Makes Perfect

After completing your final draft, the key to success is to practice. Present your speech out loud in front of a mirror, your family, friends, and basically, anyone who will listen. Not only will the feedback of others help you to make your speech better, but you’ll become more confident in your presentation skills and may even be able to commit your speech to memory.

Hopefully, these ideas have inspired you to write a powerful, unique persuasive speech. With the perfect topic, plenty of practice, and a boost of self-confidence, we know you’ll impress your audience with a remarkable speech!

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Toastmasters meetings are planned to maximize opportunities for communication using all different roles. The timer helps ensure that discussions stay anchored to the plan’s timeline, so we end the session on time.

Timing Signals for Speeches:

For a 5-7 minute speech:

• The green light at 5 min
• Yellow light at 6 min
• Red light at 7 min
• The timer raises a hand at 7:30 seconds; at that time speaker stops
• Thirty seconds of grace period to qualify for the voting. If the speaker’s speech time is between 4.5 min and 7.5 min, they would be eligible for the vote.

If a speech is 8-10 minutes long, the green light at 8 min, the yellow light at 9 min, red light at 10 min. The grace period would still be 30 seconds. So, if the speaker’s speech is between 7.5 and 10.5 minutes, they qualify for the vote.

If a speech is 6-8 minutes long, the green light at 6  min, the yellow light at 7  min, and the red light at 8  min. The grace period would still be 30 seconds. So, if the speaker’s speech is between 5.5 min and 8.5 minutes, they would qualify for the vote.

Timing Signals for Table Topics:

• The green light at 1 min
• Yellow light at 1.5 min
• Red light at 2 min
• Fifteen seconds of grace time. So, the speaker qualifies for the vote if the table topic is between 45 seconds and 2 min, 15 seconds.

Timing Signals for Evaluation:

• The green light at 2 min
• Yellow light at 2.5 min
• Red light at 3 min
• Fifteen seconds of grace time. So, if the evaluation is between 1 min, 45 seconds, 3 min, and 15 seconds, the speaker (evaluator) qualifies for the vote.

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English Speech Topics for Students

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• Apr 2, 2024

Writing an exciting and thoughtful speech requires selecting a good topic, researching it thoroughly, and forming individual opinions to express the same. School students are usually asked to speak on a contemporary topic to help them become good public speakers as well as learn the art of expressing oneself in front of an audience. While many speech competitions often allot topics beforehand, you might also have heard of extempore where topics are given on the spot for speech. This blog brings you a list of common English speech topics as well as some helpful tips and tricks that can assist you in effectively expressing your thoughts and opinions in front of an audience. Let’s begin!

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List of Best English Speech Topics for Students

Speeches are all about one’s thoughts. It should not be copied from somewhere. It is all about what the speaker thinks of any given topic. However, take a look at the following list of English Speech topics on different contemporary issues as well as concepts.

1-minute Speech Topics

• The Best Day of My Life
• Social Media: Bane or Boon?
• Pros and Cons of Online Learning
• Benefits of Yoga
• If I had a Superpower
• I wish I were ______
• Human Rights
• Environment Conservation
• Women Should Rule the World!
• The Best Lesson I Have Learned
• Paperbacks vs E-books
• How to Tackle a Bad Habit
• My Favorite Pastime/Hobby
• Why should every citizen vote?
• Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): Is it real or not?
• Importance of Reading
• Importance of Books in Our Life
• My Favorite Fictional Character
• Introverts vs Extroverts
• Lessons to Learn from Sports
• Beauty is in the eye of the beholder

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2-Minute Speech Topics

• I mportance of Kindness
• Is there Value in Homework?
• Things I learned in Lockdown
• How can food be recycled?
• Should Art be a part of the school curriculum?
• Should schools teach sign language?
• Women make better presidents/prime ministers
• Why books are better than movies?
• Life was better when technology was simple
• Impact of technology on our health
• Should children’s reality shows be banned?
• Learning in the Wake of COVID-19
• Hard Work vs Smart Work
• What Makes Learning Fun?
• The Coolest Inventions You’ve Seen
• Nuclear Energy
• Importance of AI in Education
• Importance of Extracurricular Activities
• Should exams be banned?
• How to Tackle Bullying in Schools?

3-Minute Speech Topics

• Speech about dreams
• Speech about life
• Speech on time
• Speech on discipline
• Speech on happiness
• Speech on kindness
• Speech on value of time
• Speech on health and fitness
• Speech on Doctor
• Speech on Nurse
• Graduation Day Speech
• World Health Day Speech
• Sex Education Speech

Easy Topics for Speech in English

• Importance of Education
• Is it beneficial to learn a Second Language?
• Music has healing power
• Success in life
• Self Confidence
• 18th birthday
• Love is more powerful than hate
• Social Impact of Covid-19
• How can Online Learning be Fun?
• Make Public Transport Free
• Should violent video games be banned?
• Speech on Learning

Exploring English Speech Topics? You must also take a look at Extempore Topics !

English Speech Topics on Environment

• Climate Change
• Ozone Layer Depletion
• Reducing Water Levels
• Deforestation
• Global Warming
• Waste Management
• Water-Saving Techniques
• Reducing the Green Cover of Earth
• Endangered species need protection
• Importance of fishing regulations
• Importance of investing in alternative fuels
• Impact of ocean acidification on marine organisms
• The misuse of the term “sustainable development” by environmentalists
• Microbial benefits
• E-Waste Management
• Natural Disasters and their impact on economic growth
• Energy alternatives – Only solution to the environmental damage
• Extinction of rare species
• World Environment Day
• Disaster Management
• Over and Improper Use of Natural Resources
• Air, Water and Soil Pollution
• Efficiency of Recycling

Also Read: How to Write Dialogue: Format, Tips and Examples

English Speech Topics on Technology

• Technology and Mental Health
• Privacy in the Digital Age: Navigating the Challenges of Data Collection and Surveillance
• The Impact of Technology on Society
• Artificial Intelligence: The New Normal
• The Role of Social Media in Communication and Social Interactions
• Sustainable Technology: Innovations for a Greener Future
• The Rise of E-commerce
• Gaming Technology: Entertainment, ESports and Interactive Experiences
• The Digital Divide: Bridging the Gap for Equal Access to Technology
• The Ethical Dilemmas of Emerging Technologies

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English Speech Topics on Independence Day

• The Journey of Independence Day
• The Significance of Independence Day
• Indian Independence Day
• Remembering the Founding Fathers
• The Spirit of Independence
• Independence Day and Volunteering
• Independence Day Speeches
• India’s Road to Freedom
• Independence Day and National Identity
• Independence Day in the Digital Age
• Independence Day and Women’s Empowerment

English Speech Topics on Diwali

• Diwali: The Festival of Lights and Its Significance in Hindu Culture
• Diwali and the Victory of Good Over Evil
• Diwali and the Art of Giving
• Diwali and the Spirit of Forgiveness
• Diwali and Cultural Exchanges
• Diwali and the Essence of Joy
• Diwali and Social Responsibility
• Diwali and Artistic Expressions
• The Rituals and Traditions of Diwali
• Diwali and the Symbolism of Light

English Speech Topics on Corruption

• The Economic Consequence of Corruption
• Corruption and International Aid
• Media and Corruption
• Fighting Corruption
• Corruption in Politics
• The Role of Transparency and Accountability in Curbing Corruption
• The Role of Technology in Combating Corruption
• Whistleblowing and Protecting Mechanism
• Corruption in Business and Corporate Practices

English Speech Topics on Feminism

• Understanding Feminism
• The Future of Feminism
• Feminism and Parenting
• Feminism and Online Activism
• Feminism and Environmental Activism
• Feminism and Reproductive Rights
• The Gender Pay Gap: Examining Inequalities in the Workplace
• Feminism and its Evolution
• Feminism and Body Positivity
• Feminism and Media Representation: Encouraging Authentic and Diverse Portrayals of Women

English Speech Topics on Mother’s Day

• Expressing Gratitude and Love to Mothers
• The Influence of Mothers in Shaping Our Values and Beliefs
• Motherhood and Education
• Mother’s Day and Volunteerism
• Mother-Daughter Relationship
• The Role of Mothers in Shaping Society
• Mother’s Day Crafts and DIY Gifts
• Learned Lessons from Mothers
• Mother’s Day Around the World: Cultural Traditions and Celebrations

English Speaking Topics on Capitalism

• Capitalism: An Introduction to the Economic System and its Principles
• The Future of Capitalism
• Pros and Cons of Capitalism
• Capitalism and Globalisation
• Capitalism and Consumerism
• Capitalism and Financial Crisis: Undertaking the Risk and Mitigation Measures
• Capitalism and Environmental Sustainability
• Capitalism and the Role of Government
• Corporate Social Responsibility in Capitalism
• Capitalism and the Digital Economy

Engish Speech Topics on Gandhi Jayanti

• Mahatma Gandhi: The Father of the Nation and His Ideals
• Remembering Gandhi: Reflecting On His Life and Legacy
• Gandhi’s Influence on the Indian Independence Movement
• Satyagraha: The Power of Truth and Nonviolent Resistance
• Gandhi’s Philosophy of Swaraj
• The Role of Women in Gandhi’s Freedom Struggle
• Gandhi’s Teaching on Education and Moral Values
• Gandhi’s Lasting Legacy
• Gandhi’s Vision for a Just and Inclusive Society
• The Relevance of Gandhi’s Principles in Today’s World

English Speech Topics on Reading

• The Influence of Reading on Emotional Intelligence and Empathy
• Reading and Mental Health
• Benefits of Reading
• Reading and Empowerment
• The Role of Reading in Academic Success and Lifelong Learning
• Promoting a Reading Culture: Encouraging Reading Habits in Society
• Reading Biographies and Memoirs
• Reading and Social Connections
• The Joy of Reading: Escaping Into the Different Worlds and Characters
• Reading and Personal Identity

English Speech Topics on Communism

• The Current State of Communism
• Communism: An Introduction to the Ideology and Its Historical Context
• The Evolution of Communist Movements
• The Role of the State in a Communist Society
• The Fall of Communist Regimes
• Communism and Religious Freedom
• Communism and Gender Equality
• Communism and Workers’ Rights
• The Criticisms of Communism

English Speech Topics on Deforestation

• Deforestation: Causes, Consequences and Global Impact
• Deforestation and Climate Change
• Deforestation and Carbon Sequestration
• Deforestation and Individual Actions
• Deforestation and Wildlife Trafficking
• Deforestation and Sustainable Development
• Deforestation and Indigenous Communities
• Deforestation and Biodiversity Loss
• Deforestation and Forest Fires
• The Importance of Forests

Quick Read: Speech on Nuclear Energy

English Speech Topics on Social Issues

• Women Empowerment
• Education of Girl Child
• Unemployment
• Casteism 
• Reservation
• Importance of Maintaining Hygiene
• Child Labour
• Social Distancing
• Organ Donation
• Importance of the Right to Education
• Child Trafficking
• Cultural Diversity
• Struggles of Immigrants
• Impact of Globalisation
• Adult education

English Speech Topics on Important Days & Events

• Independence Day
• Mother’s Day
• World Cancer Day
• World Population Day
• World Health Day
• Ambedkar Jayanti
• Gandhi Jayanti
• Human Rights Day
• Zero Discrimination Day
• Women’s Day
• Thanksgiving
• Anti-Terrorism Day
• Hindi Diwas 

Check out this list of all the important national and international days in 202 4 !

English Speech Topics on Greatest Leaders in India & Around the World

• Mahatma Gandhi
• Jawaharlal Nehru
• Raja Rammohan Roy
• George Washington
• Albert Einstein
• APJ Abdul Kalam
• Nelson Mandela
• Kailash Satyarthi

English Speech Topics on Indian Culture

• Diversity in India
• Speech on Holi
• The Role of Yoga and Meditation in Indian Culture and Its Global Impact
• The Importance of Traditional Indian Clothing
• Indian Folklore
• Indian Festivals
• The Art of Indian Dance
• Traditional Indian Medicine (Ayurveda)
• Indian Epics and Mythology
• Social Customs and Etiquettes in Indian Society
• Indian Sports and Games

Also Read: Speech on Indian Culture

English Speech Topics on Proverbs

• Honesty is the best policy
• When there’s a will, there is a way
• Actions speak louder than words
• Knowledge is Power
• Ignorance is Bliss
• Don’t judge a book by its cover
• Hard work is the key to success

Explore these proverbs & their meanings through this blog on Difficult Phrases !

English Speech Topics on Human Rights

• The Role of International Organisations in Promoting and Protecting Human Rights
• The Universal Declaration of Human Rights: A Milestone in Human History
• Gender Equality: Breaking Barriers and Empowering Women
• Ensuring a Safe and Sustainable Environment for the Next Generation
• The Right to Education: Empowering Minds
• Bridging the Gap Between the Rich and Poor
• Human Rights and Armed Conflicts
• Global Fight to Combat Human Trafficking
• Human Rights and Climate Change
• Religious Freedom: Tolerance and Coexistence in a Diverse Society

To know what to mention in such speech topics, explore the Great Personalities in the World !

English Speech Topics on Education

• Importance of teacher in your life
• SAT scores for college application
• Student bullies should be expelled
• Consequences of cheating in exams
• Homeschooling is better than normal schooling
• Importance of value education
• Importance of sports and physical exercises
• Schools vs colleges
• What is the difference between a school, college and university in the USA?

Check Out: Synonyms List

English Speech Topics on the Importance of Water

• The Water-Energy Nexus
• The Essence of Water: Exploring the Live-giving Properties of H2O
• Water as a Driver of Economic Growth and Prosperity
• Water Security: Ensuring Equal Access and Quality for All
• Water and Agriculture
• The Role of Water in Ecosystems
• Water and Blue Economy
• Water Diplomacy: Promoting Collaboration for Transboundary Water Management
• Water and Cultural Significance: Exploring Symbolisms and Rituals
• Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH): Foundational for Human Health and Dignity

Miscellaneous Speech Topics

• Article 370
• Women rights
• The Constitution of India
• Youth of India
• Culture of India
• Importance of Unity
• Generation Gap
• Importance of Value Education
• Old Age Homes
• Family Values
• Leadership skills
• Rise of Smart Classes
• Grading System
• Importance of Practical Education
• Benefits of Co-Education
• Importance of Co-Curricular Activities
• The uselessness of Power-Point Presentations
• Rise of Technology
• Excessive usage of the Internet
• Speech on Fear
• Speech on Dependence on Technology
• Importance of Social Media
• Speech on India of My Dreams
• Indian Education System
• Speech on My India

Types of Persuasive Speech Topics

While exploring persuasive English speech topics, you must make sure that they are stimulating, engaging, concise and clear. There are three main types of Persuasive Speech topics which are:

1. Factual Persuasive Speech : These topics include facts, figures and statistics to thoroughly analyse the given topic and assess whether it’s true or false.

2. Policy Persuasive Speech : Discussing policies, laws and reforms, these speech topics critically examine the advantages and disadvantages of the given policy or law and suggest the improvements that can be made.

3. Value Persuasive Speech : Mainly focusing on social or political issues, these speech topics present the critique and argument of whether certain actions are morally right or not.

Tips for Writing and Speaking a Speech

While speaking on a particular topic, there are certain things that you must keep in mind to make your speech expressive and effective. Let’s take a look at some useful topics that help you in acing any topic you are speaking on.

• Always research the topic. If you are participating in an extempore, then make sure to go through the common and popular topics as well as the unconventional ones that you might get. Preparation is the key to delivering an impressive speech. For inspiration, look up various speech examples to see how effective speakers engage their audience
• Whether you are given a topic on the spot or you are prepared for the speech, it is always pivotal that you seem interested in speaking about it. Relate the given issues to your own life and this will help you in giving it your twist.
• Pay extra attention to your body language and enunciation. While a gesticulative approach will make you seem outward, having timid body language can cause a wrong impression.
• Ponder upon the different viewpoints on a topic . Try to present a holistic view of the given topic but don’t forget to present your opinion on it as well. Along with this, don’t try to take sides unless the topic demands you to.
• Involve your audience, if possible. This way, you will be able to interact with the people and it will also be useful in fighting the fear of public speaking.
• Don’t mug up a speech. It becomes evident when someone just speaks on a topic continuously and the audience might realise that you have memorized it or you might forget a certain part which will let the whole speech fade away from your brain.
• Instead, make notes about the topic in your mind, remember certain keywords and try to maintain a particular flow in your speech.
• Incorporate humour in your speech in a way that you do not offend anyone or overdo it but get a positive reaction from the audience. Humour is a great way of lightening the mood as well as ensuring the whole speech is interactive and engaging.
• When you need more specialized assistance, a  US essay writing service  can be a valuable resource for crafting your speech.

While preparing for English Speech topics, you must also check out IELTS Speaking Topics !

Juvenile delinquency is acceptable. Prostitution should be legal. Underage driving should be punishable by law. Beauty pageants for children should be banned. Prisoner’s right to vote. Voting rights should not be universal. Guns should be banned from college campuses.

A three-minute speech is undoubtedly a wonderful starting point for public speaking. This is because you need to communicate with your audience more effectively when you just have a short amount of time. In addition, the speech ought to be concise, pertinent, and clear.

Life is the gift of God in the form of trust that we will make it meaningful in whatever we can. We are all unique individuals. No one is born like you and no one will ever be, so cherish your individuality. Many times, I come across people accusing God of things that they don’t have. They always cursing their lives.

 2-minute speeches are  short and crisp speeches of about 260-350 words .

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Navigating the murky waters of antisemitism, free speech, and academic freedom.

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Minouche Shafik, president of Columbia University.

Unlike the presidents of Penn, Harvard, and MIT , Columbia University president Minouche Shafik’s testimony unequivocally condemned antisemitism on the New York City-based campus. Shafik also issued an essay in The Wall Street Journal the day before her April 17 hearing, proclaiming: “ Antisemitism and calls for genocide have no place at a university .”

Representative Aaron Bean (R-Fla.) noted that Shafik was able to condemn antisemitism without the phrase “it depends on the context” — a term often used by the presidents who testified in December. However, Bean and other Republican representatives were not entirely satisfied. They claimed that the words stated in the hearing did not match the lack of action on Columbia’s campus.

Much of the concern pertained to Joseph Massad , a tenured professor in the department of Middle Eastern, South Asian and African Studies at Columbia. Massad published an article titled “Just another battle or the Palestinian war of liberation?” in The Electronic Intifada on October 8, 2023. In the article, he referred to the Hamas attack on Israel one day earlier as a “resistance offensive” and stated, “regardless of who comes to power in Israel, nothing will change the nature of Israeli settler-colonialism and racism toward the Palestinians.” The Republican lawmakers objected to these statements.

Reps. Tim Walberg (R-Mich) and Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) both challenged Shafik, asking what the university had done to condemn Massad’s statements and how he had been reprimanded. Shafik was quick to say that she condemned Massad’s statement but when asked what the repercussions were, she replied, “He was spoken to by his Head of Department and Dean.” She also noted that he has not repeated the behavior. The Republican lawmakers were not happy with the answer, with Stefanik firing back: “Does he need to repeat stating that the massacre of Israeli civilians was ‘awesome’?” Massad used the word “awesome” in his article mentioned above. Of note, Massad told the Associated Press that he was not reprimanded and claimed that his comments were taken out of context.

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After considerable grilling, Shafik stated, “On my watch, faculty who make remarks that cross the line in terms of antisemitism, there will be consequences for them. I have five cases at the moment who have either been taken out of the classroom or dismissed.”

University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education professor Jonathan Zimmerman , an expert on free speech and academic freedom, stated: “Yesterday was a sad day for academic freedom in the United States. A major university president told a Congressional committee that she intends to censor "antisemitic" speech. But reasonable people disagree about what that term means. And if we impose a singular definition of it, we will not be able to converse across our differences.”

Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich) also questioned Shafik, inquiring if a statement like “from the river to the sea. Palestine will be free” is antisemitic. Here Shafik was nuanced in her response, stating “I hear [it] as such, some people don’t.” David Schizer , former dean of Columbia Law School and leader of the school’s antisemitism task force, disagreed and labeled the phrase antisemitic.

Despite the many arrows coming at her, Shafik was skilled in her approach, learning from the experiences of the presidents who testified last year. She spent hours preparing, was accompanied by two members of the Columbia board of trustees, and Schizer. One strategic move used by Shafik was focusing more on fighting antisemitism and less on free speech. She tried to make it clear that free speech is valued but that the presence of antisemitism and calls for terrorism and genocide are not.

Larry Moneta , an adjunct professor in higher education at the University of Pennsylvania, “It seems that the Columbia president avoided the pitfalls of her presidential colleagues (some former now) but may have created controversy for her[self] back on campus. I see nothing of value in these hearings related to the diminishment of antisemitism. All I see is blatant sexism, culture wars, and flailing presidents.”

Shafik’s testimony was consistent with her words from the night before, when she stated, “Most of the people protesting do so from a place of genuine political disagreement, not from personal hatred or bias or support for terrorism. Their passion, as long as it doesn’t cross the line into threats, discrimination or harassment, should be protected speech on our campus.”

When thinking about protests on college campuses around these types of volatile issues, Walter Kimbrough , the former president of historically Black Dillard University in New Orleans, LA, shared “My overriding thought is that members of Congress seem to expect even more than in loco parentis [universities acting in place of the parent].” Referring to the lawmakers questioning of Shafik about antisemitic flyers on Columbia’s campus, Kimbrough stated, “They expect schools to be able to limit what kinds of flyers students pass out on campus. It just seems like there are unreasonable expectations, which if fully executed, would lead to much greater costs. Schools would really be locked down.”

As the debate continues, it is crucial for all those involved to engage in constructive dialogue that respects diverse perspectives while actively working toward eradicating antisemitic beliefs and fostering inclusive environments within academic communities. As Moneta shared, “The hearings only focus attention to expressions of antisemitism not on antisemitism itself. Actually diminishing antisemitic beliefs requires far more work…work that seems unlikely as DEI [diversity, equity, and inclusion] is further demonized by conservatives.”

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NEW YORK − Columbia University announced Wednesday that students had agreed to scale down their encampment as protesters across the nation pressed their demands for an end to the civilian casualties in Gaza that have tested the American public's historically ironclad support for Israel.

Meanwhile, police arrested protesters Wednesday at the University of Southern California campus, which closed to the public Wednesday amid clashes between pro-Palestinian demonstrators and authorities at the school and nationwide .

Arrests were actively being made on the USC campus Wednesday night, a Los Angeles police spokesperson told USA TODAY. The spokesperson said he could not provide an estimate on how many people were detained.

Columbia student protesters earlier in the day issued a statement saying the school had made a "a written commitment and concession not to call the NYPD or the National Guard," calling the progress "an important victory for students.”

The university closed the main campus due to the "significant activity on campus," USC's Department of Public Safety said in an alert to students. Everyone on the campus could still leave but students were required to enter through pedestrian gates using their school IDs.

Rallies and encampments have sprung up on campuses from California to Massachusetts this week, sometimes prompting police intervention, as was the case Wednesday at the University of Texas in Austin and at the University of Southern California. The protesters are calling for an end to U.S. military support for Israel and for eliminating Israeli investments.

The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, a Muslim civil rights organization, called on political leaders and university officials to stop “endangering” Jewish, Muslim, Palestinian and other students who conducting peaceful protests. "Students should not have to risk their reputation, livelihoods or their safety to speak out against a genocide or their university’s complicity in genocide," CAIR-NY’s Executive Director Afaf Nasher said in a statement.

President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed a controversial aid package bill that provides billions of dollars for the Israeli military. Lawmakers who supported the aid have been among targets of the protesters. In Brooklyn, police made arrests for disorderly conduct late Tuesday during a street protest near the residence of Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., the majority leader.

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∎ Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the largely pro-Palestinian protests at U.S. campuses, calling them "horrific'' and saying, "Antisemitic mobs have taken over leading universities.''

∎ Hamas also put out a statement about the demonstrations, as Izzat Al-Risheq, a member of the militant group's Political Bureau, said the Biden administration is "violating the individual rights and the right to expression through arresting university students and faculty members'' who are protesting.

∎ At the University of Minnesota campus in St. Paul, police made nine arrests and cleared an encampment after the school asked them to take action, citing violations of university policy and trespassing law.

∎ In the Boston area, encampments have been erected at multiple schools including Tufts University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Emerson College.

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At least 20 people were arrested after a large number of law enforcement officers in riot gear descended upon the University of Texas' Austin campus Wednesday and broke up a peaceful antiwar protest, the Austin American-Statesman reported . At least nine of those arrested were handcuffed and loaded into police vehicles.

Officers wearing helmets, some of them on horseback, ordered the demonstrators to disperse after they had been marching for about 45 minutes, the newspaper said. The crowd spread out but then gathered again, leading to the detainments.

The protest, which featured chants of "Free Palestine,'' was organized by a student group in solidarity with demonstrations in other college campuses demanding schools sever ties with corporations linked to the Israeli military and for the U.S. to stop funding Israel's war effort.

In Los Angeles, the University of Southern California closed off its campus Wednesday after police clashed with protesters trying to set up an encampment at the school's Alumni Park.

"There is still significant activity at the center of the UPC campus due to a demonstration,'' USC said in a social media posting around 12:20 p.m. PT. "The gates are closed, so anyone coming to campus should be prepared to show an ID at the gates for class or for business.'' 

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House Speaker Mike Johnson called for Columbia University President Minouche Shafik to resign during his visit to the school Wednesday. In his remarks, Johnson shamed students and faculty involved in the protests, as well as administrators for not doing enough to prevent them.  

“It's detestable. As Columbia has allowed these lawless agitators and radicals to take over, the virus of antisemitism has spread across other campus,” Johnson said. “Anti-Israel encampments are popping up in universities all across this country. The madness has to stop.” 

When Johnson described instances of antisemitism, called for Shafik’s resignation, and said students perpetrating violence should be arrested, protesters nearby booed and chanted, “We can’t hear you.” 

“Enjoy your free speech,” he told them in response. 

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Pro-Palestinian protesters urge universities to divest from Israel. What does that mean?

Columbia students say they have won some concessions

Columbia student protest organizers said Wednesday the university has conceded to some demands but is still putting students at risk of attacks. The statement − issued in response to the university’s campus update on progress in negotiations with student organizers − referenced historic actions of American universities against student demonstrators at Jackson State and Kent State, where authorities fatally shot several students more than 50 years ago.

“Columbia’s reliance on the threat of state violence against peaceful protesters has created an unstable ground for the negotiations process which will continue over the next 48 hours,” the statement said, referring to the deadline the university has issued. “However, Columbia’s written commitment and concession not to call the NYPD or the National Guard signifies an important victory for students.”

Biden signs off on $17 billion in aid for Israel

Biden signed a controversial aid package bill Wednesday that provides, among other things, $17 billion for Israel. The bill also supplies $9 billion for humanitarian aid, some of it for Palestinians in Gaza, but that's a little over half the amount assigned for military aid to Israel. Such funding has been a driving force for the encampments and other protests at universities and elsewhere in the U.S.

In comments at the White House, Biden focused on the humanitarian aid and the threat Israel faces from Iran.

"My commitment to Israel ... is ironclad," he said, adding that more than $1 billion in aid is for Palestinians facing a humanitarian crisis because of "the war Hamas started."

"Israel must make sure all this aid reaches the Palestinians in Gaza without delay," Biden said.

Columbia students agree to remove some tents, university says

At Columbia, student protesters gathered on campus early Wednesday for another day of demonstrations while just outside the gates protesters were chanting in support of the students. Earlier, the school issued a statement saying protesters had agreed to remove a "significant" number of tents, would allow only students to take part in the encampment, would follow city fire safety rules and would "make the encampment welcome to all and (prohibit) discriminatory or harassing language."

"In light of this constructive dialogue, the University will continue conversations for the next 48 hours," the statement said.

Lead student negotiator Mahmoud Khalil, a graduate student who is Palestinian, disputed that an agreement was in place. "We are doing our best to work with the university to actually meet our demands, because this encampment is for specific demands,” he told USA TODAY. “If it takes 48 hours, takes more than that, the students are here to stay until their demands are met.”

Before the school issued the statement, Columbia Students for Justice in Palestine said administrators threatened to bring in police and the National Guard if protesters did not comply with their demands. "We remain steadfast in our convictions and will not be intimidated by the University's disturbing threat of an escalation of violence," the group said in a statement.

Harvard students start their own tent city

Harvard students set up a ring of tents in Harvard Yard midday Wednesday and said they plan to stay put until the school’s administration responds to their demands to divest from funds that support Israel’s military. Students sang and danced in a circle in front of the statue of John Harvard, the school’s namesake, draped with a keffiyeh (scarf), as dozens of others looked on.

“We resist the fact that our tuition money is going toward bankrolling Israel’s genocide,” said Violet Barron, a sophomore from Los Angeles and member of the Harvard Out of Occupied Palestinian Coalition.

She said the school’s administration has consistently suppressed student support for Palestinians and now, after more than 34,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza, the students decided to take more public action. “We tried countless times to go through institutional channels,” Barron said.

A sophomore majoring in social studies, Barron said her own activism is both a reflection of what she’s learning in her history classes as well as her Jewish upbringing, which taught her to try to “repair the world.”

− Karen Weintraub

Author Lis Harris defends students impacted by a 'nasty situation'

Longtime author and critic Lis Harris, a Columbia writing professor, defended the students' right to form the encampment she called a "tent city,'' and said police should not have taken it down and arrested protesters last week.

“I mean, how could the young people not feel as they do? It’s a nasty situation,” said Harris, who authored the 2019 book, “ In Jerusalem: Three Generations of an Israeli Family and a Palestinian Family .”

The book examines the impacts of the intractable Israelis-Palestinian conflict, which have been felt for decades and are particularly acute now.

“When you read about history happening by the leaders, that’s one thing,” she said. “It’s quite another to see the effect of all this violence and fear on the generations that keep coming and going.”

Brown students protest despite threat of disciplinary action

Students at Brown University in Rhode Island established an encampment Wednesday. Large signs announcing "Gaza Solidarity Encampment" and "Brown invests in the Palestinian genocide" were prominently displayed.

The encampment was set up hours after Provost Francis Doyle sent an email to all students warning that encampments are a violation of university police and and that participants could face disciplinary action "up to and including separation from the institution,” The Brown Daily Herald reported. University Spokesperson Brian Clark told The Herald protest becomes unacceptable when it violates safety policies or interferes with "regular operations of the university."

“We have been troubled by reports of violence, harassment and intimidation at some encampments on other campuses, but we have not seen that kind of behavior at Brown," Clark said. "Any such behavior would not be tolerated.”

Scores arrested in Brooklyn protests

In Brooklyn, police made scores of disorderly conduct arrests when a street protest reached a standoff Tuesday night. The protesters, organized by the activist group Jewish Voice for Peace, had gathered at Grand Army Plaza, near the home of Schumer, who has led the effort in Congress to provide funds for the Israeli military. The protesters conducted a Seder dinner and demanded a cease-fire in Gaza.

By nightfall, demonstrators sat in the street and led protest chants against Israel and U.S. foreign aid to the country. Police began pulling dozens of people, young and old, off the roadway. Officers handcuffed them with zip ties and loaded them on several buses that lined the street.

"We refuse to let our traditions be used to starve, displace, and massacre Palestinians," the Jewish Voice for Peace said in a tweet during the protest. "Taking seriously the mandate of the Jewish holiday of liberation requires us to show up with everything we have on the doorsteps of those still arming and funding these historic atrocities."

The New York Police Department said officers arrested 208 demonstrators who blocked traffic at Grand Army Plaza.

Contributing: Reuters

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Donald Trump’s rally speech in Wisconsin examined

By CHRISTINA ANAGNOSTOPOULOS , SOFIA PAREDES and SEANA DAVIS

Filed April 20, 2024, 10 a.m. GMT

Reuters examined 11 statements made by Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump at his rally in Green Bay, Wisconsin, on April 2. While Reuters monitored the 58-minute speech in its entirety, the news agency did not examine opinions, rhetorical or direct questions, anonymous sourcing and information that could not be independently verified.

The statements are listed in chronological order with the timestamps in Central Daylight Time (CDT).

CLAIM  17:09 CDT

Trump says he won Wisconsin by “a lot,” referring to the 2020 presidential election

WHAT WE KNOW

This is false. Joe Biden won the state of Wisconsin in the 2020 presidential election with 49.4% of the vote over Trump’s 48.8%.

The Wisconsin Supreme Court declined to take up a case by Trump challenging the election results.

CLAIM  17:11 CDT

Trump says Biden declared Easter Sunday to be Transgender Visibility Day

This is misleading. Biden made public remarks about Transgender Day of Visibility, but he did not say Easter Sunday would become Trans Visibility Day.

Transgender Day of Visibility has been celebrated on March 31 for 14 years, according to the LGBTQ advocacy group GLAAD . It happened to be the same day as Easter Sunday in 2024. Read more.

CLAIM  17:12 CDT

While talking about crime during the Biden administration, Trump says crime in Venezuela is down by 67%

The source of the 67% figure is unclear. A Trump spokesperson did not respond to a Reuters request for the data supporting the figure.

According to the Venezuelan Violence Observatory , a Caracas-based research organization, violent deaths declined 25% last year from 2022.

CLAIM  17:18 CDT (again at 17:37-17:39 and 17:45 CDT)

Trump repeats his false claim that the 2020 election was stolen or illegitimate

This is false. State governments, courts and members of Trump’s administration have repeatedly rejected the former president’s claims that the 2020 election was stolen .

Federal and state judges have dismissed more than 50 lawsuits alleging election fraud or other irregularities related to the 2020 presidential election brought by Trump or his allies. Read more .

CLAIM  17:19 CDT

Trump quotes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban as saying, “The only way you’re going to clean up this world is if Trump becomes president again”

This is in line with past statements Hungary’s nationalist prime minister has made about Trump. Orban said in a meeting with the former president in Florida last month that only Trump could bring peace to Ukraine’s conflict with Russia.

“We need leaders in the world who are respected and can bring peace. He is one of them! Come back and bring us peace, Mr. President!,” Orban said in a post on X after that meeting.

CLAIM  17:26 CDT

Trump says he built 571 miles of border wall. He did not specify which land border but since 2016 he has campaigned for a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border.

This is not accurate. The Trump administration completed around 458 miles of barrier along the U.S.-Mexico border, according to January 2021 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data.

The majority were barriers that were built during previous administrations and replaced during Trump’s tenure. In areas where no structures existed prior to Trump taking office in January 2017, his administration constructed a total of 52 miles of primary wall.

A January 2021 CBP report obtained by Factcheck.org shows 33 miles of new secondary wall were built during Trump’s tenure.

CLAIM  17:27 CDT

Trump says illegal immigration into the U.S. fell to its lowest point “in history” during his presidency

This is mostly true, based on available government data.

During Trump’s administration, the number of apprehensions by the U.S. Border Patrol at the southwest border (an indicator of attempts of illegal border crossings) for a single month fell to their lowest point on record in April 2017, according to monthly CBP data that goes back to fiscal year 2000 .

CBP has yearly data for nationwide apprehensions by all land, air and sea routes since fiscal year 1925.

Going by these figures, Trump’s aren’t the lowest on record but they are the lowest in over four decades. In fiscal year 1971, during Richard Nixon’s administration, total apprehensions dipped to 302,517, which is below Trump’s lowest tally of 310,531 in fiscal year 2017.

CLAIM  17:30 CDT

Trump says wages rose during his presidency without any inflation

Nationwide wages rose 3.1% during Trump’s presidency, based on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Employment Cost Index inflation-adjusted constant dollar estimates.

Inflation was not at zero, but it was lower than during the Biden administration.

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) during the Trump administration varied from a high of 2.9% in July 2018 to a low of 0.2% in May 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic’s first wave.

It is true that inflation significantly increased during Biden’s tenure; it stood at 1.4% when he took office and rose to 9% in June 2022, following the outbreak of the war in Ukraine.

Inflation rates have remained below 3.6% since October 2023.

CLAIM  17:34 CDT

The U.S. has more oil and gas than any country in the world

Venezuela has the largest proven crude oil reserves as of 2023, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) while Russia has the largest natural gas reserves, per the International Energy Agency.

As for recoverable oil resources, the expected amounts in existing fields, Saudi Arabia leads the way followed by the U.S. and Russia, according to a 2023 report by oil analysts Rystad Energy.

In terms of production, the U.S. became the world’s largest crude oil producer in 2018 during Trump’s presidency and has remained the top producer since.

The U.S. is also the top producer of natural gas. Since 2017, U.S. natural gas exports have exceeded imports. The latest rankings available (2022) from the EIA show the U.S. produces more energy from petroleum and other liquids than any other country.

The U.S. oil and gas industry has also boomed under Biden’s presidency by almost all metrics, even if he has pushed to transition the economy toward a greener future, hitting record levels of crude oil production in 2023. Read more.

CLAIM  17:36-17:37 CDT

Talking about immigration, Trump says that under the Biden administration, the U.S. has taken in “at least 15 million people”

It’s not clear what Trump meant by the U.S. having “taken in” 15 million people. While it is true that the number of encounters reported by the CBP at the U.S.-Mexico border reached record levels during the Biden administration, it isn’t 15 million.

CBP data compiled between January 2021 and February 2024 show 7,522,711 encounters at the southwest land border.

In terms of nationwide encounters , CBP registered 9,139,037 encounters between January 2021 and February 2024.

Encounter figures include data for Title 8 apprehensions and inadmissibles . This policy grants some migrants the chance to seek asylum in the U.S. or be processed for deportation.

Between March 2020 and May 2023, encounters also included expulsions under the now-expired Title 42 , a COVID-era restriction that allowed border agents to quickly expel migrants without allowing them to seek asylum.

CLAIM  17:50-17:51 CDT

Trump says he was the first president in decades who started no new wars

Defining wars can be difficult. If we consider the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Gulf War, the war in Afghanistan and the Iraq War, Trump joins former presidents Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford, Richard Nixon, John F. Kennedy and Dwight D. Eisenhower in not having officially brought the U.S. into a new war since 1945.

Trump’s tenure, however, did involve military hostilities overseas and the threat of new ones. The Pentagon said Trump ordered a 2020 drone strike in Iraq that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani , triggering Iranian retaliation that threatened to spiral into open conflict, but did not.

The United States in 2017 launched a missile attack on a Syrian army airbase, marking an escalation of the U.S. military’s role in Syria.

Trump threatened to “totally destroy” North Korea in 2017 but eventually de-escalated tension with Pyongyang.

A Trump spokesperson did not respond to several requests for comment about the statements examined.

This article was produced by the Reuters Fact Check team. Read more about our fact-checking work.

By Christina Anagnostopoulos, Sofia Paredes and Seana Davis

Photo editing: Corinne Perkins

Art direction: John Emerson

Edited by Stephanie Burnett, Suzanne Goldenberg and Christine Soares

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