How EY Is Working With Prince Charles on Green Investing

The video discusses the Sustainable Markets Initiative led by Prince Charles, focusing on private sector collaboration for sustainability in non-G7 countries. It also covers the global minimum tax framework agreed upon by G7 countries, highlighting its potential impact on tech companies. Lastly, it addresses the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions in New York and the implications for returning to office work.

What is the main goal of the Sustainable Markets Initiative discussed in the video?

• To increase profits for G7 countries

• To develop new accounting standards

• To reduce taxes for tech companies

• To promote sustainability in non-G7 countries

Which major firms are involved in the Sustainable Markets Initiative?

• Only tech companies

• Only BCG and Deloitte

• Only PwC and KPMG

• The BIG4 accounting firms and BCG

What is a significant challenge in implementing the global minimum tax framework?

• Lack of agreement among G7 countries

• The need for laws to be enacted in each country

• Opposition from tech companies

• Insufficient capital for sustainable projects

How might the global minimum tax framework affect tech companies?

• It will replace digital taxes with a minimum tax

• It will increase their profits

• It will only affect non-U.S. companies

• It will exempt them from all taxes

What is the anticipated impact of lifting COVID-19 restrictions in New York on businesses?

• Companies plan to bring employees back to the office

• There will be no change in business operations

• Businesses will remain closed

• Employees will work remotely indefinitely