Pursuing a Prosperous, Low-Carbon Future

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Pursuing a Prosperous, Low-Carbon Future

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The world has less than a decade to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C to avoid the catastrophic effects of climate change. With a rising Asia forecasted to account for just under half of global greenhouse gas emissions, it is critical that the region accelerates its transition to sustainable practices to reduce its impact on the environment. Yet higher levels of economic activity tend to go hand-in-hand with additional energy use and consumption of natural resources.

Are decarbonisation and economic growth complementary, or does Asia need to cease "the rise" and purpose "degrowth" rather than "growth"?

This panel discussion aims to take stock of breakthrough climate solutions and policies to fast-track decarbonisation while growing economies and uplifting livelihoods.

Speakers :

Grace Fu

Minister for Sustainability and the Environment & Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations

Republic of Singapore
Catherine McKenna

Chair, UN High-Level Expert Group on Net-Zero Commitments of Non-State Entities

Former Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Infrastructure, Canada
Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan

Coordinating Minister for Maritime and Investment Affairs

Republic of Indonesia
Moderator :

Prof Benjamin Cashore

Director, Institute for Environment and Sustainability

Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy