BLive Bloomberg Green Summit: Show Me the [Climate] Money

Eric Ross discusses the rapidly changing landscape of renewable energy and climate finance. He highlights the significant investment in energy transition, the role of China, and the need for infrastructure changes. The storyline of climate change is evolving, with new motivators and challenges emerging. Ross emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics and the role of individual actions in shaping future scenarios.

What is one of the critical factors in combating climate change according to the speaker?

• Increased coal usage

• Higher taxes on fossil fuels

• More nuclear power plants

• Cheaper renewable power

How does the speaker describe the difference between a story and a storyline?

• Stories are longer, storylines are shorter

• Storylines are dynamic, stories are static

• Storylines are static, stories change frequently

• Stories are fictional, storylines are factual

What was the amount of energy transition investment in 2022?

• $500 billion

• $1.1 trillion

• $2 trillion

• $750 billion

What is the ultimate motivator for the energy transition, according to the speaker?

• Government regulations

• Climate change

• Public protests

• Technological advancements

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to eliminate fossil fuel emissions?

• Reducing taxes on energy

• Building more coal plants

• Rebuilding infrastructure

• Increasing oil production

What humorous anecdote does the speaker use to illustrate the complexity of the energy transition?

• A joke about the Soviet economy

• A fable about a wise owl

• A tale of two cities

• A story about a lost dog

According to the speaker, what is the role of venture capital in the energy transition?

• It is a key driver

• It is a regulatory body

• It is a minor player

• It has no significant role

What does the speaker say about the current leadership position in climate finance?

• India is leading

• Europe is leading

• China is leading

• The US is leading

What does the speaker encourage individuals to do in the fight against climate change?

• Ignore scientific data

• Contribute through personal actions

• Wait for technological solutions

• Rely solely on government actions

What does the speaker mean by 'storylines' in the context of climate science?

• Media reports

• Fictional narratives

• Scientific scenarios

• Political speeches