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This podcast discusses the impact of the green agenda on business and the global economy, the role of government in furthering that agenda, and the influence of large developing economies, such as China, on a sustainable economic environment.
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Climate change & sustainability will be a key driver of future economic development, and will have lasting impact on business and communities. Given the significant shift in public attitude with respect to climate change, many businesses have moved from viewing sustainability as a cost center to a revenue generator. Moving forward, sustainable initiatives will be an integral component of any successful business strategy.
This podcast focuses on the impact the green agenda has on business and the global economy, the role of government in furthering that agenda, as well as the influence of large developing economies, such as China, on a sustainable economic environment. The podcast also includes feedback from a CEO roundtable held at the Boao Forum for Asia at the beginning of April, which focused on strategies for building business in a green growth world.
Highlights
- What is the role of public attitude in influencing green initiatives?
- What is the business argument for adopting a green agenda?
- Which stage are companies at in terms of implementing sustainability initiatives?
- What is China's role in the green economy, and its impact on other economies?
- What is the role of government in promoting the green agenda?
Guests
- James H. Quigley, CEO, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
- Chris Lu, CEO, Deloitte China
- Nick Main, Global Leader, Climate Change and Sustainability, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
- Ken DeWoskin, Director, Deloitte China Research and Insight Center
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