The First Significant Risk in Addressing Climate Change Involves the Costs

question 17

Essay

The first significant risk in addressing climate change involves the costs associated with taking actions to reduce carbon emissions and other forms of pollution. Insurers also face financial risk as affected households and businesses that suffer climate-related losses seek compensation. What are some policy tools that central banks might use to mitigate these risks?

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