31-05-2025
The changing economies of cocoa
In this episode of The Climate Economy, Kunal Shankar explores how climate change is disrupting the $15.2 billion cocoa industry. From West Africa's declining crop yields to price spikes and labour shortages, cocoa has become one of the most volatile global commodities. With increasing droughts, exploitation of farmers, and the rise of synthetic substitutes, the future of chocolate is uncertain. Tune in to understand why cocoa is a climate crisis bellwether — and what it means for the global economy.
Presentation: Kunal Shankar
Script: P. Jaisakthi Jothi
Camera: Thamodharan B
Editing: Aniket Singh Chauhan
