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The complex climate transition requires investment and access to capital, as well as broader support nationwide — because without investment, there will be no transition. But it’s a bumpy year for innovators, with higher interest rates and consumer resistance. Our research also shows that while climate intentions are admirable, consumers are going to act with their economic benefit in mind. We must find ways to simplify sustainable solutions that lead to acceleration and scale to unlock value for society — and a lot of it will come down to technology and whether it can transform our economy fast enough. On this episode, we’re joined by Peter Tertzakian and Jackie Forrest of the ARC Energy Research Institute to discuss the energy transition and what is sure to be a critical year in Canada’s climate journey.

Climate action is happening at every level of government and in every sector, it’s just not happening fast enough. RBC Climate Action Institute’s inaugural annual Climate Action 2024 report charts Canada’s Net Zero journey. Read the full report here: https://www.rbc.com/climate-action-institute/climate-action-24/index.html