The gray rhino theory is a metaphor that describes risks that are obvious, highly probable and impactful, but often downplayed or outright ignored. The theory was developed by Michele Wucker.
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UNEP is taking these investments entirely out of context.
Close to USD 7 trillion is invested globally each year in activities that have a direct negative impact on nature from both public and private […]