The science and the economics are clear, failure to address climate change will have devastating consequences for the environment, economy and society. Conversely, action today will support a sustainable economy and planet. Nicki share five fast facts about the benefits of acting - and the costs of failure. Nicki Hutley is a highly experienced economist, with broad-based expertise in both macroeconomics and microeconomic policy, gained over more than three decades in financial and investment markets and in economic consulting. After many years in the corporate world, Nicki is an economic adviser with the for-purpose business Social Outcomes, and a Councillor on the Climate Council as well as an expert faculty member (economics) to SingularityU Australia. Nicki is a sought-after keynote speaker and regular commentator in the media.