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3 reasons to rethink net zero

3 reasons to rethink net zero
Thomas Höhne-Sparborth, PhD - Head of Sustainability Research

Thomas Höhne-Sparborth, PhD

Head of Sustainability Research

 

Is your portfolio fit for the post-carbon world?

At LOIM, we believe the race to net zero is one of the greatest economic challenges of all time and a crucial long-term investment theme. As the transition accelerates, investors need to reduce their exposure to climate risk while targeting growth opportunities being generated by widespread decarbonisation. How are we helping them do this? 

By rethinking net zero. We see three clear reasons to do so:

•    First, to understand the magnitude of the net-zero challenge and its unavoidable nature. 
•    Second, to realise that existing low-carbon solutions are ineffective in fully addressing transitional risks and exclude many growth opportunities. 
•    Third, to target real decarbonisation in the global economy, across all sectors, and allocate capital to companies that are making the transition happen.

In the three-part infographic below, we explain each of these reasons and provide supporting evidence. Please read further, or download the full infographic using button provided.

 

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