Climate change burrows its way into business models
We're talking business this week on Climate Cast — how climate change affects the way companies work, and the expansion of the hybrid and electric vehicle market. Here's what's on the show:
• Three climate-wise business minds. MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner hosts a roundtable with Laura Bishop, chief sustainability officer for Best Buy, Adam Fetcher, vice president of environmental impact and policy for Askov Finlayson, and Chris Farrell, economics editor with Marketplace Money.
• Your carbon-free dream car is right around the corner. Ford Motor Company expects to offer 40 hybrid and fully electric vehicles by 2022, with the company reportedly investing $11 billion in electrics. GM, Toyota and Volkswagen are also expanding electric offerings, aiming for consumers who want luxury, performance and an SUV body style.
Hear the whole episode by using the audio player above.
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