Financial heavyweights highlight attractive investment prospects for low carbon economy

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Michael Bloomberg and Henry Paulson among major economic players pushing for recognition of the risks and opportunities associated with climate change

A group of financial heavyweights, including media magnate and former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Wall Street banker and former Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, has today urged businesses and...

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