abrdn's APAC Sustainability Head on Investment Trends

The video discusses the current energy crisis, focusing on Germany's decision to keep nuclear power plants online and the role of coal in Australia. It explores the challenges in achieving net zero emissions and the importance of accelerating the transition to clean energy. The conversation highlights the need for energy efficiency and the potential for oil and gas companies to invest in renewables. It also covers trends in sustainable investing, emphasizing climate change as both a risk and opportunity. The upcoming COP 27 meeting is expected to focus on carbon emission mitigation and climate resilience.

What key trends in sustainable investing are currently being observed?

How is climate change perceived as both an investment risk and an opportunity in Asia?

What are your expectations for the outcomes of COP 27 in light of the current energy crisis?