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Energy Transition

85% of countries want a fast transition to clean energy, new UN poll finds

A majority of people support a swift transition away from fossil fuels, according to a new global survey. But there are differences across regions.

Madeleine North

July 17, 2024

hand holding a light bulb with energy and fresh green leaves inside on nature background, soft focus. Caption: Public-private partnerships are crucial for addressing the 'energy trilemma' – ensuring security, affordability, and sustainability.

Energy Transition

Why public-private collaboration is key to overcoming challenges of the 'energy trilemma'

Public-private partnerships can help overcome challenges in the green energy transition by guaranteeing energy availability, security and accessibility.

"Arm" Piyachart Isarabhakdee

July 16, 2024

Unrecognizable pharmaceutical logistician using internet of things solution based on smart contracts and blockchain technology to secure data integrity of drug supply chain. Networking concept for distributed ledgers.

Emerging Technologies

The rise of smart contracts and strategies for mitigating cyber and legal risks

The rapid adoption of this smart contracts comes with technological, legal and cyber-related risks that we urgently must address to ensure their success.

Jerome Desbonnet and Oded Vanunu

July 16, 2024

Economic Growth

How 'open innovation' can promote sustainable economic growth and development

During times of geopolitical uncertainty, open innovation – alongside globalization – can serve as catalyst for economic growth and sustainable development.

Li Dongsheng

July 16, 2024

Around 300 million people are expected to need humanitarian aid in 2024 — to meet that need, existing global trade networks could play a role.

Resilience, Peace and Security

Global trade can support humanitarian relief. Here's how

With 300 million people in need of humanitarian aid in 2024, the global humanitarian system is under pressure. But existing global trade networks can help.

Macarena Torres Rossel and Mariam Soumaré

July 15, 2024

Two women using laptops and laughing: Many young people are embracing artificial intelligence (AI) at work.

Jobs and the Future of Work

How young workers can thrive with AI when they have the right skills

PwC’s 2024 Global Workforce Hopes and Fears survey reveals young workers are eager to embrace AI. Skills-first hiring can help them.

Peter Brown, Kathy Parker and Harriet Newlyn

July 15, 2024

Green grass field between hills during sunset and circular markings in the ground with stones: The decline of biodiversity mus tbe reverse if we want to stay nature-positive from 2030.

Nature and Biodiversity

How to unlock $10.1 trillion from the nature-positive transition

Achieving a nature-positive status by 2030 necessitates reversing the decline in biodiversity but we are yet to see signs of a significant shift.

Zhu Chunquan, Qian Wu and Susan Hu

July 15, 2024

Popular passwords ... short and simple combinations can be a threat to your digital safety.

Cybersecurity

Digital safety: Are you using one of the world’s most popular passwords?

Simple passwords - such as 123456, the world's most popular password - make people vulnerable to cybercrime. Here’s how to improve your digital safety.

Ewan Thomson

July 15, 2024

Four young boys bathe in a river new India gate, Delhi: Extreme heat impacts the vulnerable the most – a One Health approach is needed.

Health and Healthcare Systems

How One Health can help ease climate-driven health crises

As extreme heat awareness rises, a One Health approach and robust adaptation strategies are essential for climate-resilient health systems.

Shyam Bishen

July 15, 2024

City street woman texting on the phone; local governments, city

Urban Transformation

How cities can contribute to a more inclusive and equitable future for everyone

To make multilateralism more inclusive, city leaders must have a greater role in global decision-making and problem solving through local governments.

Andras Szorenyi

July 14, 2024

Financial and Monetary Systems

US inflation cools – plus other economics stories to read this week

Top economy stories: US inflation cools; Japan to cut growth forecast; Faster growth boosts new UK government, and more.

Rebecca Geldard

July 12, 2024

A general view shows the water conditions in the Piraiba river before a summit of Amazon rainforest nations, in Belem, Para state, Brazil.

Nature and Biodiversity

What are the Amazon's 'flying rivers’ – and how does deforestation affect them?

The Amazon rainforest provides rain and water security across much of Latin America. But its 'flying rivers' are under threat from forest loss and climate change.

Michelle Meineke

July 12, 2024

A voter holds up her national identity card as she waits to enter a polling station during general election in Islamabad, Pakistan, July 25, 2018. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha

Emerging Technologies

Digital public infrastructure is transforming lives in Pakistan. Here's how

Digital public infrastructure (DPI) initiatives in Pakistan are enabling financial inclusion and empowering citizens, especially in underserved areas.

Tariq Malik and Prerna Saxena

July 12, 2024

The bioeconomy, supported by technology and circular economy principles, can be a win for sustainability.

Emerging Technologies

What is the bioeconomy and how can it drive sustainable development?

Using renewable biological resources to produce food, energy and industrial goods, the bioeconomy can help support the world's broader sustainability targets

Stefanie Ólives

July 12, 2024

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