This chapter evaluates the role of law in shaping the transnational governance of climate finance and investment. Originally conceived of as a form of inter-state support under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, climate finance has evolved into the highly complex and...

Limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C requires transformations in every aspect of our societies and economies. In contrast to 2°C pathways, the 1.5°C target requires even deeper and faster cuts in emissions. While this will bring enormous collective benefits, mitigation action also risks...