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This podcast explores the role of businesses in limiting global warming, concerns about greenwashing and the influence of fossil fuel companies at COP meetings. It discusses the increasing presence of businesses at COP, potential greenwashing, and the importance of nonprofit organizations in countering their influence. The progress and effectiveness of corporations in COP 26 and the value of attending COP for businesses are also discussed.
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- Businesses have a crucial role to play in addressing climate change by radically changing sectors like energy, transport, and finance.
- The presence of fossil fuel companies at COP meetings is raising concerns about their influence and the potential for greenwashing.
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Corporate engagement with COP meetings
In recent years, there has been an increase in the participation of businesses at COP meetings, particularly after the signing of the Paris climate agreement in 2015. Wise businesses now recognize the need to align their investments with global climate policies. While some critics argue that the influence of certain businesses is slowing down the progress, others believe that the engagement of corporations has led to more achievements in the last decade. However, there are concerns about the presence of fossil fuel companies and accusations of greenwashing within the corporate community.
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