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May 2 at 12:30 pm PDT | Unlocking Trillions: Leaders Align on Climate Change

May 2 at 12:30 pm PDT | Unlocking Trillions: Leaders Align on Climate Change

Climate change took center stage in 2021 at the UN COP26 conference. While a list of commitments was compiled throughout the year, perhaps most notable was the immense volume of capital committed to address the world's environmental challenges. Participants from the global financial system have pledged trillions to the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net-Zero, acknowledging their role in accelerating a transition of the global economy. Some of the most recognized corporate leaders have committed their companies and their personal assets to solving the problem. This panel will highlight those leading the charge and discuss what happens next, now that commitments have been made.

Welcome Remarks

Sarah Sandler
Executive Director, Business and Program Development, Milken Institute

Moderator

Gillian Tett
Chair, Editorial Board and Editor-at-Large, US, Financial Times

Speakers

Mark Carney
Vice Chair and Head of Transition Investing, Brookfield

Rachel Kyte
Dean of the Fletcher School, Tufts University

Tom Steyer
Co-Executive Chair, Galvanize Climate Solutions LLC; 2020 Democratic Presidential Candidate