TED: The crucial intersection of climate and capital | Nili Gilbert

The speaker shares their journey from nonprofit work to the finance sector, emphasizing the potential of financial markets to drive global change. They discuss the importance of genuine decarbonization in investment portfolios and the need for innovative transformations across all sectors, particularly heavy industries. The talk highlights the interconnectedness of climate and social goals, urging investors to adopt a global perspective and overcome biases. The finance sector is called to focus on science-based solutions to achieve a just and interconnected climate transition.

What motivated the speaker to enter the finance sector?

How does the speaker differentiate between investing to protect assets and investing to prevent climate change effects?

What is the estimated cost to achieve net zero by 2050 according to the speaker?

What role does the speaker believe financial capital plays in achieving decarbonization?

What sectors does the speaker suggest focusing on for deep decarbonization?

What does the speaker mean by 'greenwashing' in the context of investments?

How does the speaker view the relationship between climate change and poverty?

What is the significance of aligning decarbonization goals with social goals?

What behavioral changes does the speaker suggest for investors?

What is the speaker's overall message regarding the finance sector's role in climate change?