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The event titled "Has Climate Policy Reached Its Limit? Europe's Path to Climate Neutrality" will take place on October 28, 2026, at the London School of Economics and Political Science. It will feature Professor Achim Wambach, a prominent economist and president of the ZEW (Centre for European Economic Research), as the speaker. The discussion will be chaired by Professor Robert Falkner.
As global emissions continue to rise, the political will for climate action is waning. The U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and China's renewed investment in coal have shifted global momentum. In Europe, economic challenges, including low growth and high energy costs, are prompting a reevaluation of climate policies, particularly the "Clean Industrial Deal," which links climate action to industrial competitiveness. This event will critically assess the current state of European climate policy, its costs, and its implications for the EU's role as a global climate leader.
Participants will engage in a thought-provoking dialogue about whether climate policy is indeed reaching its limits or if there remains potential for meaningful action. This event is part of LSE's commitment to addressing pressing global issues and fostering informed discussions among academics, policymakers, and the public.
