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Dec 2023
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COP28 - reflections and impact

McKinsey & Company
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COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference wrapped up in Dubai on December 12. How do governments, organizations and companies around the world respond to the issue of climate change? We are seeing impacts of it globally, from floods to droughts to rising sea levels. Listen to learn what is being done to help combat this pressing issue. 

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