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“Are We There Yet?”
Nov 17, 2023
Heidi Blake, a staff writer at The New Yorker known for her investigative work on environmental issues, joins to discuss the world of carbon offsets. She reveals how these programs can sometimes mislead regarding their true impact, especially in corporate practices. The irony is highlighted—while intended to fund sustainability projects, much of the funding enriches affluent intermediaries instead. This eye-opening conversation dives deep into the complexities and challenges of genuinely achieving environmental benefits.
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- The Federal Reserve might be done with interest rate hikes, which is being celebrated by the market.
- The complicated world of carbon offsets can hinder the intended environmental and financial impact.
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