In my view, the adage “there are no easy answers but there are simple answers” seems to apply, underscoring the appropriateness of looking at what we have learnt from the past and putting into practice the lessons from episodes such as the GFC. Indeed, most of the conclusions derived from these experiences remain valid today, i.e.
•  Since the Paris Agreement was signed five years ago, the climate emergency has considerably worsened. The close international cooperation that has been taking place over the last few months is the hoped-for premise that this year will be a turning point in the fight against climate change.