Decarbonisation often feels like a giant game of pinball. Issues get bounced from
side to side, often without resolution. After extending its schedule, COP29 reached
a $300bn commitment in climate finance for developing countries from 2035, a
significant sum, if far less than many were pushing for. Expect plenty more push-and-pull
in the ensuing years as combating climate change becomes a globally acute problem.
With all all eyes on macro financing, it was surprising to see many of the leading
banks themselves are