Video: What Role will Derivatives Play in Tackling Global Climate Change?

Countries across the globe have pledged to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide they release into the atmosphere. This will require trillions of dollars of investment in new infrastructure – money that will have to be raised through financial markets.

ISDA’s new whiteboard animation video highlights how derivatives will play a critical role in enabling firms to hedge the risks that arise from this financing, helping to build the infrastructure that is vital for a greener world.

This video is also available on ISDA’s Facebook page.

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