Sustainable Edge: Navigating climate risk: A Conversation with David Carlin on sustainable finance
Sustainable EdgeShow Notes
In this special episode of Sustainable Edge, your host Joachim Nahem, Executive Chairman at Position Green, interviews David Carlin, founder of Cambium Global Solutions and head of Climate Risk and TCFD for UNEP FI.
In this episode David Carlin brings his wealth of expertise to explore the multifaceted impacts of climate risk and the urgency for action.This episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in understanding the intersections of climate science, business resilience, and sustainable finance.
Learn about: Understanding climate risk: The diversity of physical and transition risks, from water scarcity to the energy transition, and how they cascade across industries and societies.
Scenarios and surprises: Insights into unexpected developments, such as geopolitical shifts and non-linear climate dynamics, that reshape strategies.
The future of commitments: A candid discussion about the limitations and potential of net-zero pledges, emphasizing the importance of credible, actionable plans over hollow promises.
Global perspectives: How countries like Vietnam and India are balancing development and sustainability, and why emerging markets are crucial to solving the climate challenge.
About David Carlin David Carlin is a globally recognized authority on climate risk and ESG integration. As founder of Cambium Global Solutions and head of Climate Risk and TCFD at UNEP FI, he has worked with over 100 financial institutions worldwide. A thought leader on sustainable finance, David champions the importance of credible climate commitments and actionable transition plans. His work spans advising governments, corporates, and financial institutions, shaping the future of climate governance.
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