As the drive to curb global warming gathers pace, carbon markets have become increasingly fundamental to achieving net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions. In this episode, we discuss the rapid emergence of carbon markets as a viable asset class, the risks and opportunities investors should be mindful of, and the role corporates and investors can play in the net-zero transition.


Join the conversation with Adeline Aw, Vice President, Environmental Sustainability, EDB; Thong Chie Shang, Managing Director, Enterprise Strategy, GIC; and Badrinath Ramanathan, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company.

As the drive to curb global warming gathers pace, carbon markets have become increasingly fundamental to achieving net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions. In this episode, we discuss the rapid emergence of carbon markets as a viable asset class, the risks and opportunities investors should be mindful of, and the role corporates and investors can play in the net-zero transition.
Join the conversation with Adeline Aw, Vice President, Environmental Sustainability, EDB; Thong Chie Shang, Managing Director, Enterprise Strategy, GIC; and Badrinath Ramanathan, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company.

Asia's standing in the world has changed and it is clear that where the focus was once on how quickly the region would rise, the reality is now all about how Asia will lead. In the Future of Asia  Podcast, we invite leaders from across the region to discuss the power, agility and ambition of Asia and to shed light on what kind of leader Asia will be, and what this means for governments and businesses everywhere.

Future of Asia Podcast features conversations with leaders from across the region to discuss the forces, opportunities and challenges that are shaping the future of Asia.

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Healthy, liquid and robust carbon markets can play a critical role in global decarbonization – and they are growing quickly.

The path to net-zero: Investing in carbon markets

In this episode, McKinsey senior partners Chris Bradley and Vishal Agarwal, alongside host Janet Bush, dive into the complexities of aligning global economies with sustainability goals. As businesses and governments face increasing pressure to embrace sustainable practices amid rapid economic changes, finding a balance between growth and environmental responsibility becomes more challenging. The experts discuss how organizations can navigate these challenges by adopting innovative strategies that promote sustainability while fostering long-term economic resilience.

In this episode, McKinsey senior partners Chris Bradley and Vishal Agarwal, alongside host Janet Bush, dive into the complexities of aligning global economies with sustainability goals. As businesses and governments face increasing pressure to embrace sustainable practices amid rapid economic changes, finding a balance between growth and environmental responsibility becomes more challenging. The experts discuss how organizations can navigate these challenges by adopting innovative strategies that promote sustainability while fostering long-term economic resilience.

Talking about the hard stuff: Where are we in the energy transition?

A global survey by the McKinsey Health Institute (MHI) revealed that spiritual health is incredibly important to people – with the majority of respondents ranking it from 'somewhat' to 'extremely' important. But what exactly is spiritual health, and how does it influence an employee's personal and professional life? In this episode of the McKinsey Future of Asia Podcast, host Debbi Cheong sits down with an expert panel to explore this topic. She's joined by Jacqueline Brassey, Senior Fellow at MHI; Kana Enomoto, Partner in Washington D.C.; and Atsushi Sorita, Partner in Tokyo. Together, they unpack the findings of MHI's global survey and discuss the role of spiritual health in the workplace. Listen in as they share practical insights on how integrating spiritual health initiatives can enhance employee engagement, improve retention, and foster a more resilient workforce.

A global survey by the McKinsey Health Institute (MHI) revealed that spiritual health is incredibly important to people – with the majority of respondents ranking it from 'somewhat' to 'extremely' important. But what exactly is spiritual health, and how does it influence an employee's personal and professional life? In this episode of the McKinsey Future of Asia Podcast, host Debbi Cheong sits down with an expert panel to explore this topic. She's joined by Jacqueline Brassey, Senior Fellow at MHI; Kana Enomoto, Partner in Washington D.C.; and Atsushi Sorita, Partner in Tokyo. Together, they unpack the findings of MHI's global survey and discuss the role of spiritual health in the workplace. Listen in as they share practical insights on how integrating spiritual health initiatives can enhance employee engagement, improve retention, and foster a more resilient workforce.

Beyond 9-5: The power of spiritual health at work

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of sustainable development in Asia. How can we ensure that the benefits of AI-driven advancements reach even the most marginalized communities in Asia? In this episode, Angela Buensuceso of the McKinsey Future of Asia Podcast speaks with Jennifer Echevarria, Vice President of Commercial Strategic Services and Enterprise Data at Globe Telecom; Ahmed El Saeed, APAC Regional Head of UN Global Pulse; and Ankit Bisht, a Partner and leader in the Digital and Analytics practice at McKinsey & Company. Join us as they discuss how AI is revolutionizing healthcare, education, and agriculture, and learn more about the successful scaling of AI pilot projects for broader societal impact.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the landscape of sustainable development in Asia. How can we ensure that the benefits of AI-driven advancements reach even the most marginalized communities in Asia? In this episode, Angela Buensuceso of the McKinsey Future of Asia Podcast speaks with Jennifer Echevarria, Vice President of Commercial Strategic Services and Enterprise Data at Globe Telecom; Ahmed El Saeed, APAC Regional Head of UN Global Pulse; and Ankit Bisht, a Partner and leader in the Digital and Analytics practice at McKinsey &amp; Company. Join us as they discuss how AI is revolutionizing healthcare, education, and agriculture, and learn more about the successful scaling of AI pilot projects for broader societal impact.

The path to net-zero: Investing in carbon markets

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