Climate Change and Financial Risks
A special issue of Risks (ISSN 2227-9091).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 73
Special Issue Editors
Interests: ESG (environmental, social, and governance); climate change; capital markets research; mergers and acquisitions; executive compensation; tax; gender
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Climate-related risks are systemic in nature, with the potential to significantly affect companies, investors, and consumers. The increasing volatility in weather patterns due to climate change introduces substantial risks to businesses and projects. Projections indicate that climate change will expose entities to a myriad of risks, including those related to climate itself, carbon pricing, and energy. Consequently, it is crucial to understand how management teams are addressing and disclosing these climate-related risks and opportunities, given their profound environmental, social, and regulatory implications for investors, financial intermediaries, and governments.
We invite submissions that delve into the financial, legal, operational, and public policy ramifications of climate change risks, informed by the perspectives of a diverse range of stakeholders. This includes analyses and case studies that explore the following:
- Financial impacts: How climate-related risks affect market valuations, asset prices, and investment strategies. Examination of the integration of climate risk into financial reporting, and the role of financial intermediaries in managing these risks.
- Legal and regulatory implications: The evolving legal landscape surrounding climate change, including litigation risks, regulatory requirements, and compliance challenges. Consideration of how regulatory frameworks are adapting to address climate-related risks and the implications for corporate governance.
- Operational challenges: The direct and indirect impacts of climate change on operational continuity and supply chain resilience. Strategies for mitigating operational risks and enhancing organizational adaptability in the face of climate volatility.
- Public policy considerations: The role of public policy in shaping responses to climate change risks, including the effectiveness of current policies and the need for new legislative initiatives. Analysis of government strategies for climate adaptation and mitigation, and their impacts on different sectors and communities.
- Stakeholder engagement and communication: Best practices for engaging stakeholders in the conversation about climate risks, including transparent disclosure practices and effective communication strategies. Exploration of the role of corporate social responsibility and sustainability initiatives in addressing stakeholder concerns.
Your sincerely,
Dr. Lien Duong
Prof. Dr. Grantley Taylor
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- climate-related risks
- business risks
- financial impacts
- legal and regulatory challenges
- operation challenges
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