CIGI is a Partner Institution for the upcoming Munk Debate on Climate Change. C02 levels in the atmosphere are climbing steadily higher. Some believe this is having a devastating effect on humans and nature, while others argue that the threat has been overstated. Is this the moment for a bold international treaty to curb carbon emissions? Or, are the social and economic costs of reducing C02 emissions too high in world where a billion people live on a dollar or less a day? Just days before the United Nation’s historic Copenhagen summit the Munk Debates will tackle one of the great public policy questions of our time: how should the world respond to climate change? Join in the online Debate Forum: http://www.munkdebates.com/forums/messages.cfm?threadid=7454E58B-05C5-3C0A-180FCDAB65D6E4E9

This panel discussion brings together financial and environmental specialists to discuss questions such as: In what ways are the global financial and environmental crises related? What links could policymakers make between international financial reforms and environmental reforms? What lessons can be learned from one sector for the other? This is a free public event.

During this media briefing, experts will offer analysis and policy recommendations on the core economic and structural concerns that confront G20 leaders. Presented by CIGI in partnership with the Stanley Foundation.

This panel discussion will take place at UWI, Trinidad and Tobago on June 5.