What it is
Published by the Global Commission on the Economy and Climate, this regularly updated report draws on research across 24 countries to prove that economic growth and climate action are not only compatible but mutually reinforcing. It quantifies the economic benefits of low-carbon pathways across energy, cities, land use, and industry.
Why we picked this
This report is the definitive counter-argument to anyone claiming climate action hurts the economy. It is data-rich, peer-reviewed, and endorsed by former heads of state and finance ministers. When you need hard numbers to make the economic case for the green transition, start here.
Key takeaways
- Bold climate action could deliver at least $26 trillion in cumulative economic benefits through 2030, compared to business as usual.
- Investing in climate-resilient infrastructure could yield $4 in benefits for every $1 spent.
- The clean energy transition is already creating more jobs than it displaces: the renewable energy sector employed 13.7 million people globally in 2022, up from 7.3 million in 2012.