In this engaging discussion, Bruce Usher, a Columbia Business School professor and author, shares insights from his expertise in climate finance and renewable energy. He emphasizes the unique investment opportunities presented by the transition to a low-carbon economy. Bruce explores how climate risks are reshaping perceptions and investment strategies. He highlights essential sectors like electric vehicles and renewable energy, discusses corporate sustainability efforts, and offers advice on navigating the complexities of climate-conscious investing.

Net zero doesn’t have to mean zero sum. In this episode of The McKinsey Podcast, McKinsey partner Anna Moore and senior partner Humayun Tai talk to global editorial director Lucia Rahilly about the “devilish duality” leaders have faced since the outbreak of the war in Ukraine—and about how to follow through on longer-term decarbonization commitments while managing short-term energy disruptions successfully. After, hear how investors can use their capital and influence to help reverse the impact of climate change, from Columbia professor Bruce Usher. He spoke with us about his book, Investing in the Era of Climate Change (Columbia University Press, October 2022), as part of our Author Talks series. The McKinsey Podcast is cohosted by Roberta Fusaro and Lucia Rahilly. Theme music composed, performed, and produced by Joy Ngiaw.See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information

Bruce Usher, a Columbia Business School professor and author of "Investing in the Era of Climate Change," shares his insights on sustainable investing. He discusses the fine line between genuine sustainability and greenwashing, helping listeners discern fact from fiction. Usher highlights advancements in renewable energy technologies and the critical role electric vehicles play in overcoming intermittent energy issues. The conversation also covers the financial complexities of transitioning to cleaner technologies in both developed and developing nations.