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Africa
1.1 billion people still lack electricity. This could be the solution
Mini-grids are a decentralized and renewable solution, generating and distributing power at the point of consumption.
Sustainable Development
Cutting money transfer fees could unlock $15bn for developing countries. Here's how
Blockchain could help smaller operators to grow, allowing more competition in the sector.
Africa
Africa's inspiring innovators show what the future could hold
Africa doesn’t need aid, it needs effective public policy and business development, writes Njideka Harry.
India
India’s economy is growing fast, but its poorest areas lag behind. Here’s why this could be about to change
Although India is one of the world's fastest-growing large economies, it ranks 131 out of 188 countries on the UNDP’s Human Development Index. Now it has launched a new programme to trans...
Migration
How migrants who send money home have become a global economic force
An estimated 258 million currently people live outside their country of origin. When they send money, skills and knowledge home, the whole world benefits.
Engineering and Construction
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is about to hit the construction industry. Here’s how it can thrive
Here are four ways the construction industry can survive tech disruption and an uncertain future.
Sustainable Development
We CAN build a carbon-neutral world by 2050. Here's how
Economic, social and political pressures will ensure the world becomes carbon-neutral by 2050, but strong leadership is needed to stop the transition costing the earth.
Sustainable Development
5 ways location data is making the world a better place
Geospatial information can be collated and used to solve a variety of issues.
Climate Change
How technology is driving a fourth wave of environmentalism
As sensors, data analytics, blockchain and other innovations shape business strategy and reward corporate responsibility, the result will be positive change that helps both business and n...
Environment and Natural Resource Security
What sacred sites can teach us about conservation
New research finds high levels of biodiversity around burial sites and churchyards that are meaningful to humans.
Global Health
We need to change the narrative around obesity. Here's why
More than 650 million adults and 120 million children worldwide live with obesity - and it is on the increase. Here's how to approach a global crisis with devastating social, economic and...
Oceans
The decline of our oceans is accelerating, but it’s not too late to stop it
Our oceans are in decline, and human activity is to blame. To reverse this trend, we must move with purposeful steps. Here are five that could be taken immediately.
Sustainable Development
Why bacteria could be the future of biofuel
Traditional biofuels are sourced from food crops, which is timely and cost-effective. New research shows this latest technique could meet growing energy demands.
Sustainable Development
You've heard of smart cities but a ‘smart countryside’ could harness technology for greener ends
British research suggests that smart technology could make outdoor recreation better for the environment and us.
Sustainable Development
Scientists have transferred memories between two living things
A new study may have cleared up the long-standing scientific debate of where memories are stored.