Gilles Moec, AXA's Chief Economist, and Kathleen Schubert, a Professor at the Sorbonne, delve into the urgent need for financing the green transition. They discuss Europe's significant investment gap and emphasize the crucial role of the private sector in achieving net-zero targets. The conversation highlights the necessity for reliable carbon pricing and clear profitability metrics to attract investments. They also touch on navigating political volatility and the essential differences in sustainability reporting standards between Europe and the U.S.