In 2020, BlackRock head Larry Fink wrote in his annual letter to CEOs that the firm would "put sustainability at the heart of its investment decisions." The results after three years, however, are mixed.
By Nico Beckert
Davos brings together those who have the money and the power to really make a difference for the climate: For example, by promoting much-needed investment in new technologies or by being the first to use still-expensive technology. They can afford it.
By Redaktion Table
The Geneva donor conference has pledged more money than expected for the reconstruction of flood-stricken Pakistan. The plans of the government and donor countries include reconstruction of infrastructure as well as political reforms like improved governance. The project is seen as a trial for regulating climate damage.
By Goswami Urmi
In Switzerland, Albert Rösti of the right-wing conservative People's Party (SVP) has been elected by parliament as the new minister for the environment and climate. He takes over the post at a crucial time when the country is struggling to meet its climate target. Rösti must now defend the government's climate course against his convictions and his own party.
By Redaktion Table
