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The University of Oxford, first in the World University Rankings

Education and Skills

World University Rankings 2025: Elite universities go increasingly global

The World University Rankings used to be dominated by the UK and the US, but now they are more international, with the Global South playing a bigger role.

Phil Baty

October 10, 2024

A giant piece of Ice breaks off the Perito Moreno Glacier in Patagonia, Argentina: Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders are making policy asks on climate action.

Climate Action

Every fraction of a degree counts: Time for governments and business to double down on climate action

The Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders, representing $4 trillion in revenue and 12 million employees, share an open letter on climate action ahead of COP29.

Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders

October 10, 2024

Members of the armed forces patrol the affected areas as Bolivia records the most outbreaks of wildfires since 2010 this year.

Climate Action

Wildfires threaten global climate goals, and other nature and climate stories you need to read this week

Also this week: Plant 'dark spots' hold undiscovered species; Most soft plastic collected for recycling in the UK is burned.

Tom Crowfoot

October 9, 2024

Trade policy on AI must weigh up the technology's benefits against the risks.

Trade and Investment

Why AI is the new frontier global trade must learn to cross

A new World Economic Forum white paper explores the trade benefits offered by AI, along with the urgent policy-making challenges

Patrick McMaster

October 9, 2024

What's in the new Building Chips in America Act and what does it mean for the semiconductor industry?

As the semiconductor industry becomes more important all around the world, it will need to manage its ecological footprint as efficiently as possible.

Ian Shine

October 9, 2024

solar panels on the background of the city of Jerusalem: Distributed solar energy is transforming from a commodity to a technology, making it cheaper and more accessible.

Energy Transition

Is distributed solar energy a game-changer for emerging economies?

Pakistan’s solar boom shows how distributed solar energy boosts equity by providing affordable, local power and bypassing costly grid expansions.

Azeem Azhar and Nathan Warren

October 9, 2024

Climate Action

How coal phase-out commitments can be turned into action in pursuit of Net Zero

Coal phase-out to achieve net zero requires innovative financing and strong policy support to transition coal assets, reduce emissions, and attract investors.

Chris Stephens, Xinying Tok and Nancy Zhuang

October 9, 2024

Wind turbines. Caption: Countries have to update their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) by February 2025 – and some may announce their targets at COP29 in November.

Climate Action

COP29: What are NDCs and why do they matter?

Countries have to update their Nationally Determined Contributions by February 2025, and some may even announce their targets at COP29 in November. But do the current commitments go far enough to meet the Paris Agreement?

Kate Whiting

October 9, 2024

General view of the nuclear power plant in the Swiss town of Leibstadt.

Energy Transition

World's biggest banks back nuclear power, and other top energy stories

Top energy news: World's biggest banks pledge nuclear power support; report calls for Global South clean energy investment; key climate goal "in reach".

Roberto Bocca

October 9, 2024

Global connections for social, business, trade & transport, internet.Maps courtesy of; global trade, supply chains, NTFCs

Trade and Investment

What are National Trade Facilitation Committees and how can they help improve global supply chains?

Research shows five reasons why governments should include the private sector when using NTFCs to drive successful, sustainable global trade reforms.

Philippe Isler

October 9, 2024

Understanding indigenous approaches to money can help drive financial inclusion.

Financial and Monetary Systems

How an African approach to financing models can drive growth and inclusion

Financial models should be aligned to the unique needs of African communities. This approach can lead to financial inclusion and drive economic growth.

Edwin Obonyo and Alisa Sydow

October 8, 2024

Multiple exposure shot of a team of creatives using a digital tablet superimposed over a city background at night: Digital public infrastructure (DPI) can transform societies.

Sustainable Development

Safe and secure digital public infrastructure is crucial for Africa. Here's why

Africa’s digital public infrastructure (DPI) is transforming economies, driving inclusion and fostering regional integration.

Veronica M. Nduva and Eng. Daniel Murenzi

October 8, 2024

An illustration of a brain. Neurodiversity

Jobs and the Future of Work

How neurodiversity in the workplace can drive business success

Neurodiversity offers a vast, untapped resource of talent, creativity and innovation. Here's how and why businesses can build a neuro-inclusive workplace.

Richard Jl Heron

October 8, 2024

Entrepreneur Billy Kercy Mperabahizi founded Green Youth Force, an association of young volunteers dedicated to environmental protection in Burundi.

Jobs and the Future of Work

65 million youth unemployed: 3 ways we can tackle the unemployment crisis and build a resilient workforce

Global youth unemployment stands at 65 million. Here's how entrepreneurship, skills training and incentives can build a resilient workforce for the future.

Omar Bawa

October 8, 2024

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