Regulation & Policy, Thursday Thoughts Mar 1, 2022 4:49 PM
Colombia finds itself in an asymmetric situation: it is expected to be one of the most affected by climate change but it is way down on the list of those causing the phenomenon. So whatever it might contribute to lowering its carbon footprint will have only a minimal impact on its own outcomes. As a recent IEA study emphasizes, lowering its carbon footprint is less important than preparing the country for the damage that climate change might bring.