Navigating Challenges, Tools and Strategies for a Net-Zero Future – State of the Planet

The Columbia Climate School is thrilled to announce a hybrid professional learning workshop this fall: Climate Finance: The Challenges of Transitioning from Funding Climate Change to Funding Net-Zero. Building on the success of a prior session, this workshop delves into mobilizing trillions of dollars in climate finance to align with the Paris Agreement goals. Topics covered include governmental roles, financial instruments, market failures, ESG, and necessary policies. In conversations with course instructors Paul DeNoon and Joseph (Gerry) Paul, the complexities of climate finance were explored, emphasizing the importance of financial tools and engagement across sectors. The workshop aims to foster active participation and discussion among a diverse group of participants, with the goal of promoting a systems approach to climate finance. Join us for an engaging learning experience designed for professionals interested in climate action. Sign up today for the Climate Finance workshop!