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SDG 04: Quality Education
Reimagining education for refugees post-pandemic
World Refugee Day presents opportunity for sector players to reimagine educational approaches that will ensure continued access for refugee scholars.
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
Automotive Industry
Why autonomous vehicles need a large-systems approach to safety
Existing solutions are limited in their ability to address all the unknowns embedded in the technology or are based on legacy automotive safety regulations
Climate Change
Why clean energy transitions must be for the many, not the few
The gap in energy spending between developed and developing economies is growing. Here's why that matters - and what the world must do to address it.
Systemic Racism
7 ways companies are advancing racial justice in business
The pressure for companies to act on racial equality has increased. Many are focusing on seven main actions to increase diversity, equity and inclusion.
Climate Change
Climate refugees – the world’s forgotten victims
At least 1.2 billion people could be displaced by natural disasters and other weather-related events threats by 2050.
Blockchain
How blockchain and cryptocurrencies can help build a greener future
They may have a reputation for using vast amounts of energy – but cryptocurrencies and blockchain can actually be an environmental ally. Here's how
Air Pollution
How solving air pollution can boost the Indian economy and saves lives
A new report estimates that air pollution costs the Indian economy $95 billion per year. Investment in clean tech is needed to save lives and livelihoods.
Taxes
Corporate tax isn’t working – how can we fix it, globally?
Corporate tax payments will be key to post-pandemic recovery, but receipts must be shared fairly. Can the G7’s global minimum tax rate achieve this feat?
Cybersecurity
4 ways AI can help us enter a new age of cybersecurity
The growing importance of artificial intelligence in business is causing new cybersecurity dilemmas – but it can be used to solve those too
Regional Agenda
One Trillion Trees
How a Great Green Wall could help Africa combat climate change
An ambitious African-led project aims to transform the lives of millions living on the frontline of the climate crisis, by restoring forests and creating green jobs.
Innovation
The 3 pillars of China's booming start-up ecosystem
In recent decades, China has shifted from being a manufacturing hub to an innovation powerhouse. What made the transition possible?
International Trade and Investment
China’s trade with Latin America is bound to keep growing. Here’s why that matters
China’s trade with Latin America and the Caribbean grew 26-fold between 2000 and 2020. It may be increasingly challenging to further develop LAC value chains and benefit from the regional...
India
Agri-tech innovation can improve value capture, transform ecosystem for India’s small farmers
Smallholders account for 86% of the farmers in India but are economically impoverished, as they are unable to capture commensurate value for their produce.
COVID-19
COVID-19 has devastated India's self-employed women. Here's how to support them.
Women in the informal economy have been hit by a devastating combination of lost income and an increased need for unpaid care of children and relatives
Switzerland
Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin summit in Geneva: Here's why Switzerland is the ideal host for diplomacy
US President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet in Geneva, Switzerland, on 16 June. Here's why Switzerland makes sense as a host.
One Trillion Trees
How to grow Africa's next natural wonder
Watch this session here on 17 June 2021 at 10.00 – 11.15 CEST.
Latin America
Advancing Stakeholder Capitalism and ESG in Latin America
The Regional Action Group for Latin America will convene 10 June 2021 with speakers such as President Guillermo Lasso of Ecuador.
One Trillion Trees
This challenge aims to protect and restore the Amazon
Uplink and 1t.org are launching the Trillion Trees: Amazon Sustainable Bioeconomy Challenge to strengthen the ecopreneurship ecosystem in the Amazon.
Industry Agenda
Retail, Consumer Goods and Lifestyle
How the creative manufacturing and handmade sector can craft a post-COVID-19 future
With the right support, this sector can build more resilient supply chains, create inclusive growth and ensure the makers are rewarded more directly.
Circular Economy
How digital authentication could drive a resale revolution for fashion
Retail brands and secondhand clothing resale platforms must collaborate on new authentication tools to build consumer trust and boost the circular economy
Fourth Industrial Revolution
The automobile industry needs to steer in this direction for future success
The automotive industry needs to be digitalised. It will require a complete culture shift and change-management strategies that realign the entire supply chain.
Artificial Intelligence
10 steps to educate your company on AI fairness
As companies increasingly apply artificial intelligence, they must address concerns about trust. Here are 10 practical interventions companies can employ.
Agriculture, Food and Beverage
Modern farming is as much about data as digging. Here are 3 emerging agricultural skills
The role of the farmer is changing as automation and data become more important – and every job in the farming ecosystem will require a new skillset.
JRS2021
How to make remote work in manufacturing a reality
The physical nature of the manufacturing industry has made the switch to remote work a challenge. Here's how to transition to remote work successfully.
Climate Breakthroughs 2021
This is how the steel industry is forging a path to net-zero
A revolution in steel production is within our reach, with a range of solutions such as replacing coal with green hydrogen, near technological readiness.
JRS2021
Why operations and supply chain leaders would make great CEOs
COVID-19 has revealed the critical role supply chain and operations leaders have in maintaining organizational stability and why they'd make great CEOs.
Virtual Ocean Dialogues 2021
Decarbonizing shipping – why now is the time to act
The shipping industry must reach zero emissions by 2050, and to get there zero-emission ships must become the dominant and competitive choice by 2030.