

S5 Ep1: Development Dialogues: Financing climate adaptation
Nov 5, 2024
Catherine Wolfram, an MIT economics professor and former climate policy advisor, joins Yale's Rohini Pande, an expert on carbon markets, and Namrata Kala, focused on adaptation strategies. They delve into how to finance climate adaptation, particularly in low-income countries. The conversation highlights innovative financial solutions, challenges with current funding systems, and the pivotal role of carbon pricing. The trio also discusses the upcoming COP29 summit, emphasizing the urgency for effective climate finance mechanisms.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Financing Climate Adaptation in Low-Income Countries
03:11 • 13min
The Political Dynamics of Electrification in Development
16:11 • 2min
The Power of Carbon Pricing
17:49 • 5min
Navigating the Carbon Market Dynamics
22:25 • 10min
The Role of Binding Commitments in Climate Agreements
32:17 • 2min