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Why It Matters

Council on Foreign Relations

Each episode of Why It Matters breaks down an issue that is shaping our world’s future. Join host Gabrielle Sierra as she speaks with the leaders and thinkers who are facing these questions head on. Fueled by the minds at the Council on Foreign Relations, Why It Matters brings some of the world’s most compelling stories home to you.

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  • #2
    Jan 29, 2025 · 35 min

    Why Climate Matters: Pricing Climate

    What does it mean to price our climate? The goal of fees like the “carbon tax” is to put a price on pollutants such as carbon dioxide that contribute to climate change, and incentivize businesses to reduce their emissions and make cleaner choices. But many companies are continuing to value profit over protecting the planet, backing out of their clean energy goals and sinking more money into fossil fuels and other short-term investments that harm the Earth. This has been happening for years, but has ramped up in anticipation of a new Trump administration which has pulled away from climate initiatives like the Paris Accord and Inflation Reduction Act since taking office. This episode was originally released on July 29, 2020. Featured Guests Kate Mackenzie, Green Columnist, Bloomberg Michael Greenstone, Professor of Economics, University of Chicago For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/pricing-our-climate

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    Jan 23, 2025 · 39 min

    Why Climate Matters: Home Insurance

    For decades, U.S. homeowners have counted on property insurance to protect them from catastrophic loss if their homes are destroyed. But last year, private companies pulled their coverage in multiple climate-sensitive states, only months before the fires in Los Angeles and the hurricanes in the Southeast region wreaked havoc. As climate disasters become more frequent, can home insurance hold up? This episode was originally released on September 27, 2023. Featured Guests David Marlett, Managing Director of the Brantley Risk & Insurance Center, Appalachian State University Nancy Watkins, Principal and Consulting Actuary, Milliman For an episode transcript and show notes, visit us at https://www.cfr.org/podcasts/could-climate-change-break-home-insurance

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