Hard Truth: The last 50% will be far more difficult with John Flint

Hard Truth: The last 50% will be far more difficult with John Flint

“Sticking by the status quo will not get us where we need to be, The current trajectory is not sustainable.”

That’s the rare and radical warning from top banker John Flint.

As CEO of the UK’s National Wealth Fund, he sees the system from the inside. His message is clear. While the first 50% of transition was achieved in a barely visible way, the final 50% will be much more difficult without a huge change in attitudes.

People must feel positive about the radical things we must all do to combat climate change. This will not be easy.


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