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The 'catch' in the headline refers to the urgency. While the returns are huge, they diminish rapidly with delay. Every year we wait, the potential economic benefits shrink, and the costs of inaction grow. It's a reminder that early investment yields the biggest rewards, both for the planet and our pockets.
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