This report by the World Resources Institute argues that “we are not making progress anywhere near fast enough.” Current economic models “are deeply inadequate” in capturing opportunities for a transformational shift or the grave dangers of climate inaction. “Bold action could yield a direct economic gain of $26 trillion through to 2030, compared with business-as-usual. And this is likely to be a conservative estimate.” The challenge now is to accelerate transition to “a new climate economy in five key economic systems: energy, cities, food and land us, water, and industry.” Priorities for urgent action are pricing carbon, investing in natural infrastructure such as forests and wetlands, zero-emission energy transition plans, and reforming regulations and incentives that hamper shifting to a more circular economy.
Unlocking the Inclusive Growth Story of the 21st Century: Accelerating Climate Action in Urgent Times
A collaborative initiative between Yale Law School and the Yale School of the Environment. It aims to advance innovative and analytically rigorous approaches to environmental decision-making across disciplines, sectors, and…
The United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) flagship youth engagement initiative. This award is given annually to young visionaries worldwide with exceptional ideas for protecting and restoring the environment. The initiative…
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