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Michael Metcalfe is a prominent voice on global risk and resilience. As head of public policy at global investment firm PIMCO, he advises governments and institutions on navigating complex, interconnected threats.
Metcalfe's TED talks on pandemic preparedness and climate adaptation have reached millions, sharing data-driven strategies for building societal resilience. His keynotes help executives and policymakers future-proof their organizations against the challenges of the 21st century.
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A provocative way to finance the fight against climate change
Will we do whatever it takes to fight climate change? Back in 2008, following the global financial crisis, governments across the world adopted a "whatever it takes" commitment to monetary recovery, issuing $250 billion worth of international currency to stem the collapse of the economy. In this delightfully wonky talk, financial expert Michael Metcalfe suggests we can use that very same unconventional monetary tool to fund a global commitment to a green future.
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