Are We Leaving The Petrostate Model Behind?

May 28, 2026 | Economics

As the global energy transition takes shape, the states that built their wealth and based their foreign policy on fossil fuels will find themselves on uncertain ground. Inevitably, the energy transition will redraw the map of global power. The question is now how...

How Is The Insurance Industry Dealing With Growing Climate Impacts?

May 28, 2026 | Adaptation and Mitigation, Economics

The climate crisis is increasing the frequency of extreme weather events. Traditionally, people take out insurance to hedge against such risks [1]. Insurers, in turn, hedge against the risk of large payouts by covering many policyholders and investing the insurance...

Greenwashing: An Introduction

Mar 13, 2026 | Economics

Everywhere you look, brands promise to be “green”, “eco-friendly”, or “climate-neutral”. But how much of it is real? And how much of it is a marketing spin? The United Nations defines greenwashing as the practice of companies or...

Dropouts: What Is Happening To The Net Zero Banking Alliance?

Sep 15, 2025 | Economics, International Climate Policy

What is Net-Zero Banking Alliance? The Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA) was established in April 2021 with 43 member banks and has since tripled to over 120 members across 40 countries [1]. Since its inception, members have made significant contributions to the...

Results-Based Climate Financing: Rewarding Real Climate Action

Sep 15, 2025 | Economics, International Climate Policy

In the midst of the climate crisis, stakeholders are seeking mechanisms to ensure that every dollar is well spent for environmental benefit.  Results-based climate finance shifts from traditional funding by tying payments directly to verified outcomes, not...

GUEST FEATURE: Have We Abandoned Development? – Insights From FfD4

Sep 5, 2025 | Economics

Blistering 48 Degrees Celsius accompanied the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development in Seville during the first week of July. The last time parties convened to discuss international cooperation on development was ten years ago, according to...