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Davos Agenda 2022
Why private companies need to catch up on sustainability
A diverse and inclusive work culture attracts and retains the best talent. Here's why private companies need to do better on sustainability and inclusion.
Workforce and Employment
Upskill for green jobs of the future
The need for skills related to the green economy is rising, but reskilling and upskilling are required as demand for green talent is outstripping supply.
Agriculture, Food and Beverage
Here's how India can unlock the power of agricultural technology through private public partnerships
India could see economic benefits of $50-65 billion by leveraging agricultural technology in farming, but needs public and private bodies to work together.
Water
This lake in Africa is of vital importance for the whole of Africa
Lake Victoria in Africa is at risk of degradation, putting millions in danger of water insecurity. The World Bank aims to stop the discharge of untreated waste.
Advanced Manufacturing
Reducing the carbon footprint of the manufacturing industry through data sharing
The World Economic Forum is working with manufacturing companies to securely exchange data to help identify and reduce the carbon footprint of the manufacturing industry
Africa
Groundwater could help kickstart a 'green recovery' in African countries. Here's how
African leaders are calling for a 'green recovery' from COVID-19 and the climate crisis. New research points to an under-developed solution - groundwater.
Africa
This sustainable solar oven allows rural communities to cook without coal or firewood
A new design for a solar cooking system may help rural communities prepare food more sustainably, avoiding firewood and other non-renewables, study reports.
Sustainable Development
These 2 Projects Are Pioneering A New Type Of Economic Model In Venezuela
Sustainable Development
Gen Z cares about sustainability more than anyone else – and is starting to make others feel the same
Young, tech-savvy and connected: why today’s 20-somethings make buying decisions that consider the planet’s well-being more than other generations.
Climate Change
Sleeping giant: The large climate risk of Europe's thawing peatlands
Large swathes of northern Europe and western Siberia may become “climatically unsuitable” for carbon-rich permafrost peatlands within a few decades, even under moderate warming scenarios,...
Electricity
This is how solar panels can be kept clean - without using water
MIT engineers have developed a waterless cleaning method to remove dust on solar installations in water-limited regions, such as China, India and the US.
UpLink
3 innovators in Africa growing food as a force for good
Ecopreneurs in Africa are using regreening initiatives to fight climate change and food insecurity as part of the Great Green Wall project.
Society & Future of Work
Prospects of the global economy after Covid-19
Major challenges for the post-pandemic world include rising inequality, climate change, digitalisation, demographic shifts and the weakening of democracy.
Cities and Urbanization
Singapore's methodical approach to becoming a net-zero city
Singapore has a tried-and-tested attitude to innovation, and its plans to become a net-zero city are no different. Four case studies show how it works
Sustainable Development
What can ancient wisdom teach us about sustainability?
In AlUla, Saudi Arabia, technology and innovation is being used to update ancient techniques that can address sustainability issues in an integrated way.
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