Your browser is out of date.

Balancing a low carbon economy with energy security


Employers 07.29.2022 1 MIN

Geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and rising inflation have led to renewed focus on energy security as the world transitions to a lower-carbon economy. In this episode of Exchanges at Goldman SachsJohn Goldstein, head of the Sustainable Finance Group, and Kara Mangone, global head of climate strategy, discuss how governments, companies and investors are weighing their energy futures. 

Key Takeaways

  • As the transition to a low-carbon economy moves from a periphery concern to a core business discussion, it highlights more complex issues
  • Investing in being more efficient with human and physical capital tends to be good for business in the long term
  • Goldman Sachs’ 2021 Sustainability Report digs into the firm’s activities and progress in the last year

 

We expect demand for sustainable solutions—from companies, employees and stakeholders—to continue growing. Building a more sustainable and inclusive economy is not only the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do, especially in a world that’s becoming more competitive. By taking action now, we can help build a more sustainable and inclusive economy for today’s generation and the next.

This article was originally published on goldmansachs.com

 

Offering a comprehensive financial wellness benefit reflects your company’s culture and shows your employees you value them. Interested in empowering your employees to take control of their financial lives? Learn more about how Goldman Sachs Ayco can help.

Disclosures:

Advisory services offered by The Ayco Company, L.P. d/b/a Goldman Sachs Ayco Personal Financial Management (“Ayco Personal Financial Management” or “Ayco”), a registered investment adviser and an affiliate of Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC (“GS&Co.”) and subsidiary of The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., a worldwide, full-service investment banking, broker-dealer, asset management, and financial services organization. Brokerage services are offered through GS&Co. and Mercer Allied Company, L.P. (a limited purpose broker-dealer), both affiliates of Ayco and members FINRA/SIPC.