Road to COP26
7 surprising facts to know about the circular economy for COP26
Circular economy models offer a clear pathway toward our climate goals, tackling emissions tied to extraction, processing, making and landfilling of goods.
On the Agenda
Explore the Forum’s latest articles, including timely analyses and explainers, along with blogs by leaders from business, politics and civil society.
Global Agenda
Road to COP26
How can we address space debris? Industry leaders explain
An increasing amount of space debris is endangering satellites and other missions. Industry leaders share their solutions in the Space Industry Debris Statement.
Climate Change
5 surprising ways to increase living standards sustainably
To keep global warming below 1.5℃, we need to find new ways to produce everyday goods, many of which have been built on the back of fossil fuels.
Africa
For millions of West Africans, climate change is already here
Up to 32 million people in West Africa could be forced to move by the climate crisis. It's time for the rest of the world to act. Here's what has to happen.
Cybersecurity
Why the time has come to embrace the Zero-Trust model of cybersecurity
The Zero-Trust model is recognized as an effective approach to prevent data breaches and mitigate risk of supply chain attacks. Now is the time to embrace it.
Emerging Technologies
What is 'futures studies' and how can it help us improve our world?
We spoke with futurist Dr. Stuart Candy about the latest developments in the field of futures studies and how it can help solve pressing global challenges.
Cybersecurity
Why cybersecurity needs a more diverse and inclusive workforce
The cybersecurity industry is facing a severe talent shortage and an immense lack of diversity. To be prepared for future challenges, this must change.
Road to COP26
57 organizations release open letter for EU to act on ESG
The statement is signed by 57 organizations representing over EUR 8.5 trillion in assets and employing over 5 million people.
Leadership
How to evolve your leadership skills to help mitigate business-related risk
To maintain an edge throughout your career as a leader, you need to build on your existing strengths and evolve to meet new demands, writes Michael Useem.
Regional Agenda
Road to COP26
Why trees are a crucial ingredient for sustainable food systems
With COP26 on the horizon, policy makers across the world must recognize the vital role of trees in transforming global food systems and improving lives.
European Union
The EU wants business to be sustainable. But it must empower companies to do that
If European companies are going to thrive under an imminent new sustainability regime, they should be left to decide the best path to more responsible business.
COVID-19
Apples, beef and cars: This is how inflation is impacting prices in the U.S.
In the past year, the consumer price index has increased, causing a significant rise in the prices of many popular items in the US, which will impact many.
ASEAN
5 insights to guide ASEAN’s digital generation in a post-pandemic world
The ASEAN Digital Generation Report, which surveyed 86,000 people from six ASEAN countries about their views for a post-pandemic world, reveals what youth think about their future.
Climate Change
How to address Asia Pacific’s biodiversity crisis and encourage nature-positive growth
More than 60% of the region’s GDP is at risk. Tackling the threat of biodiversity and nature loss will require a transformation of socioeconomic systems.
Migration
After decades of instability, what does the future hold for Afghan migration?
The international community must work together to counter the economic, political and security implications created by this humanitarian disaster.
Forests
These 15 innovations are helping to restore and protect the Amazon
We urgently need to scale sustainable 'bioeconomy' models that preserve and restore the Amazon and provide livelihoods for the people living in the region.
SDIS2021
Africa’s remaining forests are under pressure: This is no time to sideline forest carbon markets
We need both carbon offsetting and deep decarbonization at source, not either/or, to make substantive progress with climate change.
SDIS2021
Mexico’s Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is now being protected with insurance - here's how
Mesoamerican Barrier Reef in Mexico is now insured. Insurers are working with governments, NGOs, and the private sector to build the business case for nature-led solutions that protect ou...
Industry Agenda
Social Innovation
When corporations and social enterprises work together, they can change the world
There is an untapped opportunity for corporations and social enterprises to work together to achieve both business and social impact goals.
Education, Skills and Learning
What makes a great teacher?
Great teaching is not merely a predictable, observable, externally measurable fact as the social sciences would like it to be. So how should we define it?
Future of the Environment
Lessons for the energy transition from the 2021 energy crisis
Unpicking the problems affecting global energy is a complicated process. Finding ways to end these problems will call for a new era of collaboration.
Supply Chain and Transport
How can we get hydrocarbon-rich nations to board the EV wagon?
With governments all over the world considering how to reduce their transport emissions, what are the most viable options for countries reliant on traditional fuels?
The Ocean
11 innovations shaping global food systems from the water
Blue foods have traditionally been undervalued in their contribution to global food systems. These innovations from around the world aim to change that.
UpLink
14 innovations led by young ecopreneurs that are protecting and restoring our planet
Investing in young 'ecopreneurs' is key to our planet's future. These solutions show the power of a tech-savvy generation eager to bring about real change.
UpLink
These 12 innovators are transforming the future of education
COVID-19 continues to disrupt schoolchildren’s right to a quality education. These innovators from around the world are working to close learning gaps.
Aviation, Travel and Tourism
3 steps towards making aviation and marine fuel cleaner
There is increasing onus on the aviation and shipping sectors to decarbonize – but more action is needed to make sustainable fuels viable
Artificial Intelligence
The term AI overpromises. Let's make machine learning work better for humans instead
Current artificial intelligence just recognizes and replicates. We should focus on how best to integrate such systems with more discerning human operators