Agenda articles

Why we need international data sharing on critical minerals

Critical minerals are key for the energy transition but insufficient data is causing uncertainty for producers and consumers. Here's how policy-makers can help.

Feeding the future: 3 ways our food system must transform to feed the world

Three major enablers are required to drive the global food system transformation: policy frameworks, innovations and collaboration. Find out how here.

Industrial clusters can slash emissions while creating jobs. Here’s how

The World Economic Forum is embracing industrial clusters to help deploy decarbonization technology at scale — significant financial incentives will help.

Deploying clean energy means using more land. That won't happen without community engagement

Opposition is growing to greater rollout of clean energy infrastructure. People-positive community engagement will help defuse these tensions on the road to net zero

3 sectors share insights on measuring scope 3 emissions

How scope 3 emissions are measured and reported can have significant implications for trade policies.

Why closing the price gap for green fuels is key to decarbonizing the maritime sector

Advancing and scaling the supply of green fuels to decarbonize the maritime sector demands government action and policy measures to help close the price gap.

COP28 agrees to establish loss and damage fund for vulnerable countries

COP28 began with a historic agreement on a loss and damage fund to help developing countries cope with the effects of climate change. Read to learn more.

Africa embraces local currencies for cross-border payments

Africa is introducing a new online foreign exchange system to enable cross-border payments in local currencies, aiming to lessen dependence on the US dollar and reduce transaction costs.

Black Friday phishing attacks, and other cybersecurity news to know this month

Top cybersecurity news: Black Friday phishing emails soar; Australia announces new cybersecurity plan; Ransomware gang ringleader arrested in Ukraine.

This is how AI can empower, rather than marginalize, people with disabilities, according to a human rights expert

AI is a new frontier for disability rights, says the founder of World Enabled, and we must harness the technology for the good of every community.

Eurozone inflation continues to fall, and other economy stories to read this week

Top economy stories: Eurozone inflation falls for third consecutive month; OECD: Tough inflation action could put countries at risk of recession, and more.

Huawei: Harnessing digital innovations to bring positive change into people’s lives

How can tech companies help advance healthcare, education, and financial inclusion?