Inaugural Lecture - Professor Alex Lo

Please come and join us for this fascinating Inaugural Lecture.

Keeping global warming under 2°C is now nearly impossible. However, if there is any chance of reversing it, China will be key. China is responsible for 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions. While U.S. climate policy has fluctuated, China's strategy shifted shortly before President Xi Jinping rose to power and has remained consistent since. This lecture will provide an overview of China's key climate policies and assess the prospects for phasing out coal. It will also discuss China's attempt to pursue global leadership through international cooperation on climate change. This lecture will conclude by reflecting on an emerging opportunity for China arising from the U.S.'s withdrawal from international climate action and development assistance.

There will be a drinks reception after this event.