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The Institute recommends that OSFI explicitly disclose limitations regarding the lack of regional data and the omission of clean energy opportunities. It specifically warns that the SCSE confuses 'exposure' with 'risk' in its physical and real estate modules, failing to account for asset vulnerability and comprehensive climate policy. 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