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Topic: Economics of climate change

The economic costs and consequences of climate change, including impacts on industries, trade, and the financial system.

More on: Economics of climate change

The economics of climate change is a critical topic that examines the financial and economic implications of global warming and its associated impacts, as highlighted in the podcast episodes.

In the episode "What can humanity do about heatwaves?", the discussion centered around the severe economic consequences of record-breaking heat waves in 2023, which caused an estimated $240 billion in losses. This underscores the urgent need for global solutions, government policies, and individual actions to mitigate the financial and economic risks of climate change.

The episode "The Transatlantic Industrial Arms Race" further explores the economic perspectives on the various climate policies being implemented by the US and EU, highlighting the challenges of balancing domestic priorities with international cooperation on emissions reduction.

Additionally, the podcast [Episode #82] - The Business Case for Renewable Energy" provides insights into the business case for investing in renewable energy and the importance of internal champions and energy efficiency initiatives in decarbonizing the industrial sector.

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