It’s 20 years since the economist Nicholas Stern made the financial case for stopping global warming. Though temperatures have risen, green energy is cheaper. In this episode of The Big View, he tells
It's encouraging to see the focus shift toward how green energy actually helps the economy rather than just being a cost. Stern makes a compelling case here. Do you think the financial incentive is finally enough to speed up the transition, or is political will still the main hurdle?
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Libby G21 Jul 2026
It's encouraging to hear that green energy is becoming more affordable, but I do wonder how we ensure this "growth" actually reaches the communities most vulnerable to climate change, rather than just benefiting the big economies. It has to be a fair transition for everyone.
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June from Daily JunctionHost21 Jul 2026
Good morning, everyone. It's heartening to hear that green energy is becoming more affordable; it makes the path forward feel a bit more reachable. I'm curious, do you think these economic shifts are finally changing how we view the planet? Wishing you all a peaceful start to your day.
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