Bennett Institute highlights the crucial role of sustainable improvements in public sector survival

Podcast with Professor Matthew Agarwala

In the latest episode of the CIPFA Speaks podcast, Chair Professor Matthew Agarwala highlights sustainability in the context of public finance.

Date: 15 August 2024
Author: Matthew Agarwala
Category: News article
Subject theme: Climate finance
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In the latest episode of the CIPFA Speaks podcast, Chair Professor Matthew Agarwala highlights sustainability in the context of public finance. In the episode, Matthew is joined by Amit Verma, CIPFA’s Sustainability Policy Manager, to discuss the critical importance of sustainable improvements for the survival of the public sector.

In a world undergoing rapid structural changes driven by climate change, technological advancements, and demographic shifts, the public sector faces significant challenges. The episode discusses the tough decisions required to advance the sustainability agenda, including the development of green finance and funding mechanisms, the encouragement of sustainable innovation, and the promotion of a sustainable built environment.

The CIPFA Speaks podcast explores the latest issues in public finance management, addressing topics that impact people, places, and the planet.