Evolution of Book Project Amid Global Events

The chapter delves into how a book project initially focusing on the economic legacy of the pandemic transformed in light of recent global events like the Ukraine invasion. It discusses the impact of the shale revolution on US oil production, the emerging trend of divestment from the oil industry, and the financial challenges faced by oil companies. The chapter also explores the mainstream adoption of ESG principles in investing and the potential shift in the global reserve currency away from the US dollar.