Shamubeel Eaqub
Chief Economist | Simplicity
Shamubeel Eaqub makes economics easy and fun. Shamubeel is the Chief Economist at Simplicity. He is also an author, media commentator and a thought leading public speaker. He graduated with Honours in Economics from Lincoln University and is also a CFA Charterholder. He has 25 years of experience as an economist in Wellington, Melbourne and Auckland in leading financial institutions and consultancy (ANZ Bank, Goldman Sachs JBWere, NZIER, Sense Partners and Simplicity). He balances a portfolio of economics, consulting, public speaking, governance and family duties. He lives in Auckland with his wife and two sons.
PANEL | How Will We Pay for Adaptation?
As climate risks intensify, adaptation will require major investment across communities, infrastructure, businesses and the natural environment. This panel will explore who should pay and how costs should be shared, examining the roles of government, local authorities, infrastructure providers, insurers, investors and property owners. Panellists will discuss funding mechanisms, affordability, equity, and sustainable financing models to support adaptation in New Zealand.