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Economic models “systematically underestimate climate damages”, report says

Published 16:33 on February 5, 2026 / Last updated at 16:33 on February 5, 2026 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean, US & Canada), Asia Pacific (Asia, Pacific), EMEA (Africa, Europe, Middle East), Nature & Biodiversity (Corporate), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation, Investment, Reporting & Disclosure)

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Common economic modelling seriously understates the physical risks of climate breakdown as the world approaches 2C of warming, according to a report released by a UK-based think tank and university on Thursday.
Common economic modelling seriously understates the physical risks of climate breakdown as the world approaches 2C of warming, according to a report released by a UK-based think tank and university on Thursday.


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