Big Questions

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Big Questions is a series of compelling conversations with leading experts at Frontier Economics who are working to address the most pressing topics of our time. This series seeks to unravel assumptions we have about sustainability, public policy, and energy - daring to ask the big questions society is facing.

10/21/2022

The transition to a low carbon economy

We have reached a crucial point in history when it comes to climate change and moving towards a green future. The subject of decarbonisation touches all of us, businesses must look for low-carbon solutions, governments need to continue to work towards net zero targets and as individuals, we need to think about the way we travel and behave. The focus of this episode will be centred around the role of government and the private sector in enabling the transition to a low-carbon economy. Catherin...

45 min
10/21/2022

Implementing the Digital Markets Act

The Digital Markets Act (DMA) is one of the most significant European regulations in recent years, and it aims to ensure fair and open digital markets. The DMA targets large companies that provide core platform services and in effect, establishes a list of ‘Do’s and Don’ts’ for these large companies. So, what issues could arise as the DMA is being implemented? What will the response be like and how will people behave? How can you protect the customer experience? These are just a few of the Bi...

34 min
05/23/2022

How do we invest in digital markets and data to enable sustainability?

The environmental footprint attached to data we store is something that cannot be ignored, with the Information Communication and Technology sector responsible for up to 3.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions.Big businesses are pledging to meet 2030 targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions. However, exponential growth in the use of data means that investing in renewables may not be enough to keep up with demand. What do governments and businesses need to be thinking about to ensure the e...

35 min
05/23/2022

Is competition law stifling a move to a green future?

We are facing some of our biggest sustainability challenges yet. Carbon reduction commitments have been set, governments have put in place national targets and policymakers are ready and waiting to make crucial interventions. Where does competition law fit into all of this? When it comes to solving issues surrounding the climate crisis, collaboration is a term used frequently but does collaboration create an anti-competitive environment that puts consumers at risk? David Foster...

30 min

4 Episodes

Big Questions is a series of compelling conversations with leading experts at Frontier Economics who are working to address the most pressing topics of our time. This series seeks to unravel assumptions we have about sustainability, public policy, and energy - daring to ask the big questions society is facing.

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Big Questions

Big Questions

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The transition to a low carbon economy

Implementing the Digital Markets Act

How do we invest in digital markets and data to enable sustainability?

Is competition law stifling a move to a green future?

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