What impact will the tariff war have on the global fight against climate change? Listen to Joeri de Wilde, Economist at Triodos Bank
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Amidst this highly unpredictable global tariff war, there’s a new announcement each day on the latest round of tariffs being levied - or lifted - by and against the incumbent Trump administration. But what does this all mean for sustainability, and how will it impact companies on their green transition?
This week on the Frankly Speaking podcast, Richard Howitt was joined by Joeri de Wilde, economist at Triodos Bank, which actively works towards creating a just and inclusive society with respect for the planet, and describes itself as a leader in sustainable banking.
Together they discussed the link between tariffs and sustainability, and whether the European Union hitting back against the US with retaliatory tariffs was really the right response. You’ll also hear more about:
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