World Economic Forum
The Future of the Labor Market – Green Transition at the Heart of Global Changes
To meet the climate targets set for 2030, a green transformation of nearly all economic sectors is essential. This ambitious goal will not be achievable without a sufficient number of skilled workers capable of addressing the challenges of the energy…
These young, global leaders are building a sustainable and inclusive future
Each year, the Forum of Young Global Leaders goes through a rigorous selection process to identify, select and celebrate remarkable leaders under-40 from different communities and industries worldwide. These young leaders exemplify what we need most today: hope, empathy, authenticity and driving…
The Great Barrier Reef is Suffering its 4th Mass Bleaching Event Since 2016 – here’s What That Means
It’s official: the Great Barrier Reef is suffering its fourth mass bleaching event since 2016. We dived into the reef on March 28 and saw the unfolding crisis firsthand. Descending beneath the surface at John Brewer Reef near Townsville, our…
G20 Countries Can Help Close Climate Finance Gap by Investing in Nature-based Solutions
Climate failure ranks as one of the top risks in the Global Risks Report 2022, published by the World Economic Forum. A new report, titled The State of Finance for Nature in the G20, confirms the urgency of increasing net-zero…
World Economic Forum Study Shows How Cities Can Save on Commuting Time, Double Job Access
A new report released by the World Economic Forum pinpoints how cities can use mobility options to improve social equity and economic growth. The white paper, How Mobility Shapes Inclusion and Sustainable Growth, identifies over 40 potential solutions to improve…
Nature Investment Accelerator Invites Corporates to Slash 1Gt Emissions Annually
– Leading companies launch a campaign to increase private sector investment in natural climate solutions (NCS) to the tune of 1 Gigatonne (Gt) of emission reductions per year by 2025 – Under current prices, the estimated investments are over USD…
This Is How CO2 Can Be Transformed Into Food for Animals
A British biotechnology start-up is converting industrial greenhouses gases into protein for animal fodder. The company uses a process it says can help to feed the world’s growing population while simultaneously being sustainable. Deep Branch uses micro-organisms to synthesize carbon…