Why invest in the climate
Climate change is perceptible and has a greater effect on our lives from day to day. That is why many countries have committed themselves to the 2015 Paris climate targets. They want and need to reduce their net greenhouse gas emissions to zero in order to limit the rise in temperature to well below two degrees compared with pre-industrial levels and promote a low-carbon economy. It is the only way we can avoid the climate crisis. Decarbonising society and the economy will cost governments and companies a lot of money, but it is inevitable – and offers attractive investment opportunities. Companies involved in energy efficiency, renewable energy, sustainable mobility and resource efficiency will benefit from this over the long term. They also usually meet strict social and ecological standards and operate sustainably.