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SDG 09: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
SDG 09: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
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Decarbonizing Energy
Could this electric ferry’s success herald an era of greener shipping?
After 10 months of sea trials, a passenger ferry in Denmark is making the case for e-ships. But the pandemic could stall the decarbonization process.
COVID-19
How COVID-19 will change China and Africa's economic relationship
After COVID-19, that may have to involve debt write-offs so African countries and the Belt and Road Initiative can benefit from a changing world economy.
COVID-19
This is what COVID-19 did to start-ups in China
The COVID-19 pandemic also radically opens up the competitive landscape to those who can weather the storm.
COVID-19
How poor countries can deal with the economic shock of COVID-19
The world’s least developed countries can navigate the coronavirus crisis with appropriate support measures, policies, and coordinated global efforts.
3D Printing
These 4 simple solutions can help make the manufacturing industry more sustainable
From 3D printing to plastic alternatives, here's how manufacturing can change to protect the environment.
Supply Chain and Transport
From medicine to milk, this is Russia's plan to make every good traceable
6 billion codes are already tracked in Russia's ambitious digital scheme which aims to tackle the shadow economy.
Leadership in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Unlearning, unleashing, uplifting: the new kind of leadership we need
We can harness the Fourth Industrial Revolution for sustainable development and a more inclusive society. But industries need to spearhead new systems for learning and using next-generati...
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
The power of partnership: joining forces to fight financial crime
Networks of regulators, law enforcement and industry are emerging to fight the increasing problem of financial crime.
Digital Economy and New Value Creation
Why we need to talk about big data
Big data and AI can be used as a force for good but there is concern we give away too much of our personal information.
Future of Health and Healthcare
When auto assembly plants close, opioid deaths rise
New research shows a link between economic opportunity and the opioid crisis in the US.
Plastics and the Environment
This entrepreneur built an island resort out of plastic waste
Turning a problem into a business opportunity, this entrepreneur wants you to spend your next holiday on his floating island made from trash.
Innovation
Why our future relies on more inclusive and transparent innovation
Innovative solutions to global problems don't scale fast enough because of low awareness, high initial product costs and obstructive regulatory parameters.
Long-Term Investing, Infrastructure and Development
Which megatrends will have the most impact on infrastructure by 2050? Have your say
A new survey asks - what's the future of infrastructure?
European Union
From start-up to scale: This is how governments can accelerate innovation and build inclusive economies
Scaling up breakthrough innovations will be key to addressing some of the biggest challenges we face. Here’s how governments can help.
United States
This is how California is using goats to tackle deadly fires
With names including Vincent Van Goat and Selena Goatmez, the mainly Boer goats like to eat noxious weeds and other invasive species that fuel wildfires.