climate finance and risk
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The Future of Climate Finance
Climate economist Gernot Wagner argues public climate finance should de-risk private investment, fund adaptation for vulnerable countries and help multilateral development banks scale proven climate technologies faster.
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Climate Action Costs More in the Global South. Here’s Why.
For many countries in the Global South, the cost of transitioning to a low-carbon economy remains disproportionately high.
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Columbia Climate School Delegates Reflect on COP29
Climate School faculty traveled to Baku, Azerbaijan, for this year’s U.N. Climate Change Conference. In this Q&A, they share their experiences at the annual conference.
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A Climate and Society Student on Environmentalism and Collaboration With Local Communities
Olivia Palma is passionate about understanding the link between people, the environment and climate change, especially for at-risk communities.
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Unlocking Climate Finance: Navigating Challenges, Tools and Strategies for a Net-Zero Future
A professional learning workshop will teach participants from diverse backgrounds all about the complexities and opportunities for climate finance.
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With Climate Impacts Growing, Insurance Companies Face Big Challenges
As natural disasters become more frequent and more costly, the struggling insurance market could affect the entire economy. To weather the storms ahead, insurers will need to make some changes.
COP31, the 2026 United Nations Climate Change Conference, aims to advance dialogue, strengthen consensus, and accelerate climate action on a global scale. From November 9–20, 2026 in Antalya, Türkiye, heads of state, ministers, scientists, business leaders, and civil society will gather to advance efforts in emission targets, climate finance, and adaptation and resilience. Once again, our experts, students, and global thought leaders from Columbia Climate School and across Columbia University are contributing to key events, sharing insights, and helping shape the dialogue toward ambitious, science-based solutions. Learn More
