The technology sector could unlock $800 billion in value by 2030 if tech companies reduce their negative impacts on natural systems and dependencies on natural resources.Data centre projects have been blocked or delayed in recent years because of community opposition.Tech companies are urged to act now by following several practical steps – addressing wat...
Interest rates are a key monetary policy tool used by central banks around the world to encourage changes in economic activity.But as the global population continues to skew older, traditional monetary policy tools such as rate-setting may become less effective.Central banks need to find ways to keep interest rates relevant, but also develop alternative to...
The global green economy has surpassed $5 trillion and is projected to exceed $7 trillion annually by 2030, creating an abundance of growth opportunities for businesses worldwide.New report reveals that green revenues are growing twice as fast as conventional revenues on average, while companies involved in green markets often secure cheaper capital and ty...
14.4 million jobs will be impacted globally, with five new jobs created for each one phased out; 33% of businesses are concerned about job displacement in their country.Higher energy costs and regulatory burdens are hindering economic competitiveness, as green finance and technologies remain unevenly distributed both within and between countries.Businesses...
Ten principles for transformative tourism provide a roadmap for how a projected $16 trillion sector can strengthen communities, restore ecosystems and drive inclusive prosperity.The principles have united a global coalition, spearheaded by the World Economic Forum, that mobilizes leaders across sectors, industries and regions to reimagine tourism as a cata...
Emerging markets and developing economies will require $2.4 trillion in climate finance each year by 2030, including $1 trillion from primarily private international sources, to achieve climate targets, yet there are fiscal constraints and cuts in development finance.The new report provides targeted actions for each stakeholder group in six priority areas ...
More than 300 global leaders from government, business and civil society convened in San Francisco to advance new approaches that align innovation, investment and inclusion to drive more sustainable and resilient economic growth.New partnerships and practical toolkits were launched to help cities scale proven models for innovation, water management and nat...
Over 500 thought leaders and 150 cybersecurity leaders gathered in Dubai for a special joint session of the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity.The meetings addressed trade and geostrategic shifts, innovation for growth and prosperity, cybersecurity, as well as climate action, food innovation, health and the energy transition, s...
New report spotlights 10 tech solutions to accelerate climate action – from carbon-locking concrete and sustainable desalination for arid regions to cars that feed the electric grid.The research maps a wave of emerging technologies with significant potential to tackle climate disruption head-on, from droughts to methane leaks to rising seas.The ...
Four technologies are poised to transform labour markets with the greatest impact expected in seven job families that employ almost 80% of workers worldwide.Realizing the vast opportunities while minimizing risks will require targeted investment, improved technology access in developing markets and inclusive platform design.Applications already making an i...
