Education, Skills and Learning
The economic impact of ageism
New research quantifies the struggles that midcareer workers - aged 45 and over - worldwide face and suggests possible interventions to level the playing field.
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
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Explore the Forum’s latest articles, including timely analyses and explainers, along with blogs by leaders from business, politics and civil society.
Innovation
Scientists are designing environmentally-friendly, re-usable ice cubes
The cubes are soft to the touch, change colour depending on temperature and are made of over 90% water.
Future of Energy
This chart shows how fast renewable energy must grow to reach the world’s net-zero targets
The world won’t get to net-zero emissions unless we double the speed of transition to renewable energy by 2030, a new report says.
COVID-19
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 3 December
Top stories: WHO tells Asia-Pacific to brace for Omicron as variant spreads; Germany imposes restrictions on unvaccinated people; US steps up travel restrictions and brings in free COVID-...
Mental Health
What is a ‘Human Library’ and how can it help with diversity and inclusion?
With societal divides widening since the start of the pandemic, projects like the ‘Human Library’ aim to break down barriers and prejudices. Here’s how.
Future of Work
Negative feedback: how do men and women respond differently?
Research shows that women are more likely than men to internalize negative feedback.
Climate Change
Climate change is destroying ancient rock art
Indigenous rock art in Australia and around the world is fading away rapidly due to climate change. The effects are irreversible and action must be fast.
Sustainable Development
How can indigenous knowledge help us create sustainable food systems?
This is an exploration of how indigenous food systems differ from industrial ones and how we can use these ideas to build sustainability within farming.
Circular Economy
The circular economy: from enthusiasm to realism
There are three main factors that companies must navigate in transitioning from linear to circular business models: value, access, and process (VAP).
Inclusive Design
BRIT awards: Next year's ceremony will have gender-neutral categories
The BRITS will introduce gender neutral awards for local and international artists from next year according to organizers.
Digital Identity
Bridging Africa's digital divide: The rise of community internet
In villages and townships, Africans are building their own internet infrastructure to connect and protect the unconnected. This can improve education.
Future of the Environment
Instagram photo leads to discovery of new snake species
An Indian graduate posted an Instagram photo of a snake which he found in his garden. A herpetologist discovered it to be a new species.
Sustainable Development
Scientists have created vegan glitter made from fruit
Up to now, using glitter to add sparkle has come at an environmental cost, but that’s about to change. Scientists have invented a safe alternative derived from fruit pulp - and it's vegan...
Climate Change
Renewables rising, mushroom maps and ESG Book: Everything to know about the environment this week
Top stories: UN appeals for record $41 billion to end famine; new environment, social and governance platform, ESG Book, launched; renewables to account for 95% of increase in power capac...
Entrepreneurship
5 key insights on the future-readiness of SMEs
SMEs play a significant role in enabling and shaping the nature of innovation. We share the insights of over 300 CEOs and founders of forward-looking SMEs.