The next economic boom will be won by cities that lead on climate

Through his economic lens, Andrew showed how climate action can become a city’s strongest tool. It shapes where investment flows, which industries grow and what kinds of jobs our kids will have.

In just 10 years, global investment in the energy transition has multiplied 5 times, and it will keep growing as tens of trillions of dollars move into clean solutions. He shared the story of Heidi Sørensen in Oslo, who pushed for one clear rule on public construction sites: no fossil fuels. The results inspired other cities to compete for the capital, talent and ideas that follow this kind of climate leadership. Andrew reminded us that economic development is never abstract. We feel it in local jobs, thriving businesses, healthy and liveable communities, and better opportunities than the generation before.

Cities that move first help decide what that future looks like. Cities that wait risk missing out while others sign the deals. What role do you want your city to play in the next economic boom?