Interview: John Connor, Climate Institute chief executive – video

The Chief Executive Officer with The Climate Institute, John Connor, talks with Guardian environment reporter Michael Slezak about the successes and failures of the climate movement.

Also, they discuss the future of the Paris agreement during a Trump presidency and how Australia can be pushed to take climate change seriously.

Mr Connor cautions the environment movement not to walk away from engaging in domestic politics and says informed, engaged citizens can exert a positive influence on the debate

Watch the discussion with Guardian reporter Michael Slezak - “Interview: John Connor, Climate Institute chief executive – video.”