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How does climate change affect the achievement of the Bank of England’s statutory objectives?

Tue 10 Feb 2026 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM London School of Economics and Political Science, Centre Building (Auditorium), WC2A 2AE

How does climate change affect the achievement of the Bank of England’s statutory objectives?

Tue 10 Feb 2026 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM London School of Economics and Political Science, Centre Building (Auditorium), WC2A 2AE

Join Lord Nicholas Stern, Chair of the Grantham Research Institute, and James Talbot, Executive Director of the International Directorate and Executive Sponsor for Climate at the Bank of England, for a discussion on climate and economic policy.

James Talbot will outline how the Bank of England incorporates the impacts of climate change into its statutory objectives, drawing on recent work across its supervisory, financial stability, and monetary policy functions. The conversation with Lord Stern will examine the broader economic implications of climate change and the role of central banks in supporting a sustainable future.

The event will take place in the Auditorium, Centre Building, from 17:30 to 18:30.

Location

London School of Economics and Political Science, Centre Building (Auditorium), WC2A 2AE