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Beware the Green Swan

Chris Hall

C by 2027. Breaking with tradition Finance Watch’s latest report , released this week, underscores the stark reality of rising climate risks and calls for economic models that do not mislead, scenario analyses that prepare the market, and a new prudential tool to address the build-up of systemic climate risk.

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Is the IMO Turning the Tide on Transition?

Chris Hall

Both measures are due to be finalised in 2025 and come into force from 2027. “The adoption of the [strategy] is a monumental development for the IMO and opens a new chapter towards maritime decarbonisation,” said IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim. “At the same time, it is not the end goal.

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Priorities for Financing Early Coal Retirement in Developing Countries

Chris Hall

According to the International Energy Agency , the world needs to cut 90% of coal use by 2050 and phase out all unabated coal power plants by 2040 to achieve net-zero emissions and avoid the worst impacts of climate change. These plants are expected to operate for decades and risk becoming “stranded assets” if they retire early.