This chapter examines the financing of ISIS and how the United States and the international community were able to thwart ISIS’s access to finance through a combination of methods, including the use of sanctions, the prosecutions of foreign terrorist fighters, and an aggressive bombing campaign.

The transition to a low-carbon economy requires a transformative shift akin to past industrial revolutions. This shift involves three key changes: redirecting corporate investment toward green technologies, reallocating capital from carbon-intensive industries, and adjusting household consumption toward sustainable practices, potentially affecting productivity, growth, and well-being. The process will incur short-term economic costs as investment is redirected, leading to stranded assets and slowed productivity. Additionally, global disparities in transition policies may also distort competitiveness and reshape trade patterns. Despite these challenges, the long-term potential for green growth remains promising, as falling renewable energy costs suggest that sustainable growth could eventually surpass that of fossil fuel-based economies. However, during the transition, the focus on environmental investments may not immediately expand production capacity, resulting in temporary economic and social costs.

This chapter examines cases where cryptocurrency has been used by terrorist actors. At the same time, the chapter also examines the important role played by the private sector in ensuring that virtual assets are not misused. The chapter also takes a peek at the role of government regulation in the industry and where the private sector has concerns regarding an overly interventionist approach that could stifle a new technology.

This chapter examines the financing of the radical right inside and outside of the United States. The chapter focuses on why countering the radical right is so challenging, especially in the US context.

The preface speaks to my direct experience in countering terrorist access to finance.

This chapter examines the US and Canadian government’s programs that allow for the sanctioning of countries as State Sponsors of Terrorism. The chapter also provides views into why countering countries engaged in state sponsorship of terrorism efforts are so difficult to counter.

This chapter examines why people should care about the costs associated with terrorist attacks. The chapter looks at the cost of terrorism over time by looking at the cost associated with specific attacks, such as 9/11. The chapter further lays out the organization of the book.

This chapter examines the roles played by the FATF and the UN in countering terrorist access to finance. The chapter also notes the role played by the G-7 (G-8), OAS, and the ASEAN Regional Forum. Among the issues discussed in detail are sanctions, capacity building, and the importance of FATF’s recommendations that are a feature of government efforts to counter terrorist financing and money laundering.

The private sector, including but not limited to banks, plays a vital role in countering the financing of terrorism. The success of the private sector has been uneven when it comes to countering the financing of terrorism. In some cases, this has resulted in groups gaining access to funds in furtherance of their objectives. The chapter also points to the importance of true collaboration between the public and private sectors in combatting the financing of terrorism.

This chapter examines how various types of intelligence, such as HUMINT and FININT, play a critical role in countering the financing of terrorism.

This book explores the economic and financial impacts of climate change, highlighting the risks posed by extreme weather events and the transition to a low-carbon economy. It examines the challenges for central banks, financial institutions, and emerging markets, emphasizing the need for green finance mechanisms such as sustainability debt markets and blended finance. The book also addresses climate justice, ensuring equitable distribution of burdens and benefits. Through comprehensive analysis, it offers insights for policymakers and financial professionals on managing climate-related risks and promoting sustainable development.

This chapter reviews the various definitions associated with terrorist financing, including how the IMF, UN, and other international bodies define the term. This chapter also examines the terrorist financing cycle (raise, move, store, and use funds) and how it differs from the money laundering cycle. This chapter provides a general base for understanding what terrorist financing is, which is critical for understanding how it is countered.