Agenda articles

Guest post: How the energy crisis is boosting heat pumps in Europe

Heat pump sales in Europe rose 38% in 2022, with running costs a big driver to switch amid rising gas prices. Public policy is also providing incentives.

How the pandemic accelerated digital transformation in advanced economies

Digitalization has proved to be a silver lining of the pandemic for many advanced economies, but gaps persist across countries and sectors, say researchers.

What is ‘plasticosis’ and how is it affecting seabirds?

When seabirds ingest plastic, it is scarring their digestive tracts and causing what scientists call ‘plasticosis’, allowing pathogens into their bodies.

Here's how managers choose workers for unpaid work, according to research

Managers usually ask loyal workers to do unpaid additional work. They can believe loyalty comes with a duty to make personal sacrifices for the company.

Charted: Here's where people don't have access to safe drinking water

Only 25% of people globally have access to safely managed water, says the World Health Organization, making water shortages a big social and economic risk.

Charted: The link between unemployment and recessions

The US labour market is strong, but low unemployment can precede a recession, as this chart shows. Here's what might this mean for the country's economy.

Spain might introduce a cabinet gender equality law. What would that mean?

The Spanish government has approved a draft Equal Representation Law, that would require gender parity in cabinet roles. Here’s what you need to know.

Let's talk about 'regenerative business' not sustainability

Sustainability is finally popular in business but it could be too late to meet challenges, which is why we must start talking regenerative business.

How to fix America’s broken housing market

Investors buying properties for 51% less than market buyers is causing a crisis in the US housing market triggering calls for a national commission

Manufacturing is the most targeted sector by cyberattacks. Here's why increased security matters

Cybersecurity risks in manufacturing reach far, to consumers and corporate stakeholders; the World Economic Forum's plan seeks collective responsibility.

Beyond the UN Water Conference: Leaders on What's Next

Watch public and private stakeholders discuss the outcomes of the UN Water Conference.

Making the local global: how cities can have a positive impact on the climate

The IPCC's latest findings highlight the role of cities in climate action. Cities need greater support to find sustainable solutions for urban ecosystems.