Why data integrity matters for net-zero and nature-positive
New algorithmic monitoring and Earth observation technology offers effective carbon accounting, which needs accurate data for a nature-positive future.
Florian Reber
March 30, 2023
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Why data integrity matters for net-zero and nature-positive
New algorithmic monitoring and Earth observation technology offers effective carbon accounting, which needs accurate data for a nature-positive future.
Florian Reber
March 30, 2023
What is antimicrobial resistance and how can we tackle it?
Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat which is exacerbated by overuse of antibiotics - as well as poor waste management and climate change.
Shyam Bishen
March 30, 2023
How we create an international framework for privacy-preserving digital ID
The World Economic Forum’s Digital ID Initiative is catalyzing an international framework to realize financial, health and social impact amid privacy concerns.
Brett McDowell
March 30, 2023
Don't like Mondays? Here's how to take the stress out of weekdays
If you struggle to start the week after a weekend relaxing, it may be a lack of routine that's the problem, say health science experts. Here's what to do.
Cristina R. Reschke and Jolanta Burke
March 30, 2023
Here's why education systems need to start taking a 'skills-first' approach
The World Economic Forum has been leading a global initiative to improve education for skills. Here are our key takeaways for business, government and education.
The Lego Foundation
March 30, 2023
Superglue can be turned into a recyclable, cheap, oil-free plastic alternative - here's how
US researchers have developed a low-cost, recyclable alternative to plastic that uses superglue to make products like cutlery and bowls. Here's how it works.
Allison Christy and Scott Phillips
March 30, 2023
Here's what your work style preference says about you
A former company VP and COO outlines four work-style preferences and the personality traits generally associated with them. What's yours?
Anna Oakes
March 30, 2023
Charted: Here's what's driving the digital media revolution
Music and video streaming services were treated with suspicion upon arrival but are now the main means of accessing both, as this Statista chart shows.
Felix Richter
March 30, 2023
Could a new 3D-printing technique help improve and personalize neurosurgery?
Neurosurgeons need to practice their surgeries on models, but current replicas can lack accuracy and feel. Here's how printing with silicon could help.
Senthilkumar Duraivel and Thomas Angelini
March 30, 2023
Charted: The impact of streaming on the music industry
The digital transition has both fuelled the music industry’s decline and helped stop it. This chart shows global recorded music industry revenues since 2001.
Felix Richter
March 30, 2023
Will a global recession accelerate geopolitical fragmentation?
If the world dips into recession, would that result in even more polarised politics and rising support for extremists parties? Here's what we know.
Dimitri Zabelin
March 30, 2023
Zero Waste Day highlights vital individual, local and regional actions
Zero Waste Day on 30 March reminds us of our individual and collective responsibility to reduce waste on our planet and create a greener future for all.
Swati Singh Sambyal and Parul Agarwala
March 30, 2023
How plastic credits could tackle the social impacts of climate change
New financial instruments such as plastic credits are emerging as ways to incentivize the collection of plastic waste but often lack social considerations.
Christina Jaeger and Julie Chrysler
March 29, 2023
The chemical industry’s overlooked role ushering in the low-carbon economy
Not only can the chemical industry significantly cut its own emissions, but its centrality in the global economy position it as a potential catalyst for wider change.
Dr. Bob Maughon
March 29, 2023