In this introductory video, ZCM’s CEO, Bill Fitzgerald introduces the Thick Sustainable Infrastructure Finance Channel on YouTube and explains why ZCM Sustainability has embarked on this journey, why we feel it is urgent, and why we want you to engage in the discussion.
As the channel’s title implies, it is about infrastructure and finance, which is true. But more fundamentally, it is about hope. We are hopeful about very specific paths to a sustainable future with timelines that vary only as a consequence of our willingness to take them with prudence and urgency. This channel is dedicated to sharing knowledge gleaned from decades of focused research and experience. Knowledge that illuminates the paths available before the light and opportunity fades.
Real hope means we all face squarely these challenges:
The last challenge, commitment, is as always the most critical to success.
Our goal on this channel is to lead a frank discussion about difficult realities. But we are vigilant because environmental sustainability and related investments overflow with false hopes based on overlooked realities.
“As you listen to our episodes and consider the challenges we face, the options will narrow and we believe a mandate will emerge: To do what we can with what we have, and with no time to waste.”
We invite discussion of these issues please reach out to Todd Davis (tdavis@zieglercap.com) or call (312)368-1442.