Landmark report ahead of COP30 finds adaptation investment could unlock 280 million new jobs by 2035.
A new global report produced by Systemiq in collaboration with over 20 partners, launched today at the World Bank Annual Meetings reveals that investing in climate and nature resilience could generate over 280 million jobs across emerging markets and developing economies by 2035, while boosting GDP and unlocking a trillion dollar market opportunity.
The report, Returns on Resilience: Investing in Adaptation to Drive Prosperity, Growth and Competitiveness, presents the strongest evidence to date that adaptation is not just a moral imperative, but a strategic investment in sustainable growth. Released ahead of COP30, the study draws on insights from individuals associated with over 120 organisations and more than 70 leading publications, with support from the Gates Foundation.
Read the Executive Summary, or download the full report blow.
