Forum Institutional
Closing gender gaps in the private sector benefits over 850,000 women
Gender Parity Accelerators have significantly improved a legislative and societal drive for women’s workforce participation and reduced the gender gap.
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Walmart
Wal-Mart Stores (NYSE: WMT) helps people around the world save money and live better, in retail stores, online and through their mobile devices. The company’s legal name became Walmart Inc., effective on 1 February 2018, to reflect its growing status as an omni-channel retailer. Each week, over 260 million customers and members visit its more than 11,600 stores under nearly 60 banners in 28 countries and e-commerce websites. With fiscal year 2017 revenue of $485.9 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.3 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity.
Impact
Nature and Biodiversity
Accelerating reuse models to achieve a world free of plastic waste
By promoting reusable packaging, the World Economic Forum is helping reduce plastic waste.
Trade and Investment
Here is how trade facilitation has led to inclusive development
By the end of 2022, Alliance initiatives had achieved an initial 10-times return on investment, saving US$ 60 million in seven project countries.
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Trade and Investment
Green supply chain: Four suppliers outline how they keep up with sustainability requirements
Rules aimed at driving sustainability across international supply chains are rapidly evolving. Four industry players outline how they keep up with changes.
Forum Institutional
How stronger trade rules can help us meet climate goals
International trade should facilitate progress towards sustainability and environmental protection, alongside continued growth.
