Oxford Economics

Jul 24 2024 13 ep. 35 mins 5
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Oxford Economics is the world's foremost independent economic advisory firm. Covering over 200 countries, over 100 industrial sectors and 8,000 cities and regions, we provide insights and solutions that enable clients to make intelligent and responsible business decisions faster in an increasingly complex and uncertain world.

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Greenomics Ep.12 | Beyond climate: Exploring nature-related risks for businesses

Jul 24 2024 41 mins  
Nature is facing a crisis, just like climate, but has received much less publicity despite its critical importance. In this episode, we explore what we mean by 'nature-related risks', and discuss how biodiversity, ecosystems, and natural resources impact business operations and sustainability. Sarah is joined by Caroline Vexler, Nature Principle at the European Bank of Reconstructi

Greenomics Ep. 11 | Social disruption: The impact of climate change on vulnerable communities

Jun 14 2024 44 mins  
Climate change is a threat multiplier – disrupting ways of life, threatening food sources, and fundamentally changing the environment in which we live. In this episode we explore the potential impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities, from increased migratory and conflict pressures to the unique relationship between Indigenous populations and nature. Sarah Nelson is jo

Greenomics Ep. 10 | Out of the frying pan? Climate impacts and adaptation opportunities

May 01 2024 45 mins  
How does extreme heat affect human health and the economy, and what is being done about it? Shilpita Mathews, Senior Economist at Oxford Economics, joins our host Sarah Nelson to discuss adaptation. Shilpita speaks to guests Jane Gilbert, Chief Heat Officer of Miami-Dade County and Emilie Mazzacurati the Co-founder and Managing Partner of Tailwind about the risks that extreme heat

Greenomics Ep. 9 | The nature of Travel & Tourism

Apr 02 2024 40 mins  
Anyone who has taken a holiday to a beautiful landscape, clear-water beach, or snowy ski resort, will know that the Travel & Tourism sector relies on a good state of nature. In this episode Sarah is joined by Chris Imbsen from the World Travel and Tourism Council, and Matt Tinsley and Jessie Smith from Oxford Economics to discuss the sector's efforts to understand, quantify, and im

Greenomics Ep. 8 | Hydrogen hype: a low-carbon climate solution?

Mar 07 2024 51 mins  
This month we delve into everyone’s favourite new technology: low-carbon hydrogen. We chat with expert consultant Gniewomir Flis from Kaya Partners about the history of the hydrogen sector, technology options, and his views on how the industry will - or will not - develop in the coming years. We also speak with Paul Henderson, Head of Hydrogen Production Strategy at the UK Depart

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Jan 31 2024 27 mins  
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Dec 15 2023 39 mins  
This week marks the end of the 28th climate Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai. More than 100,000 people gathered to discuss, debate, and decide action on climate change, at least in theory. COP28 brought some positive shifts in global funding for loss and damage but fell short of the transformative change many had hoped for. In this episode, Sarah is joined by Dr Matt Winn

Greenomics Ep. 5 | Building a Greener Tomorrow: Climate Compatible Construction

Nov 17 2023 30 mins  
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Greenomics Ep. 3 | Transition metals and the climate transition

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