It was clear from discussions that there has been a shift in the allocation of capital, but that there needs to be a changing paradigm – to ensure that impact is more central in decision-making.
Our panelists raised the issue of the need for a global language to link ESG with the rest of the world, enabling collaboration and therefore driving the net zero agenda.
Despite the European Green Deal enabling an opportunity for Europe to accelerate strategic investments to decarbonise its economy, these commitments will require an increase in investment, estimated at 520 billion euros per year until 2030.
The Rt Hon Greg Hands joined the Climate Innovation Forum 2022 to discuss how the UK’s drive towards net zero hinges on the success of cross-sector collaboration and private sector investment, whilst acknowledging the need for the right underlying policy environment and clear signals about the UK government’s innovation priorities.
Rt Hon Greg Hands, Former Minister of State for Energy, Clean Growth, and Climate Change, UK Government
Supply-chain decarbonisation is a game changer for corporate climate action. Addressing Scope 3 emissions is fundamental to realise net zero targets and to achieve 1.5 degrees. From MNCs to SMEs we all need to collaborate to succeed: to share knowledge, technology, investment and resources. This session asks:
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