Agenda articles

What's the 'digital quality of life' level in your country?

The accessibility, affordability and connectivity of our devices have become intertwined with our general wellbeing – but there are huge variations between countries.

With life expectancy increasing, here’s how 4 countries are addressing their ageing populations

There is likely to be twice as many over-65s in the world by 2050. Here’s what some countries are doing to adjust to this “new demographic era”.

The pathway to a sustainable food system is through human health

The World Economic Forum identifies five levers for a sustainable food system and better nutrition, including affordable nutrient-dense food and ecosystems.

A round-the-world boat race could change how we research ocean biodiversity

Ocean biodiversity is at risk — and we need to keep researching it to understand how to help. Surprisingly, these round-the-world boat racers could help.

From campus to career: understanding youth mental health

51% of young professionals aged 22 to 27 sought assistance for mental health issues within the past year. To act on this problem, we need to understand it.

5 smart renewable energy innovations

Fast and effective renewable energy innovations will be critical if countries around the world are to meet emissions reduction targets.

Sand mining is close to being an environmental crisis. Here's why – and what can be done about it

Sand is the second-most exploited natural resource. Soaring demand for construction means sand mining is impacting the environment and needs regulating.

Venice is charging visitors to tackle overtourism. What are other holiday destinations doing?

Venice is trialling a tourist tax to tackle overtourism. Here's what other holiday spots are doing, from ecotourism taxes to reservation systems and more.

How businesses and NGOs are collaborating to develop measurement standards for reusable packaging 

Discover why the Consumers Beyond Waste initiative will soon release its standardized reuse measurement guide and will look to promote its global adoption.

What are the key commitments in the UN's new declaration on the SDGs?

UN General Assembly adopts declaration to accelerate SDGs, calling for urgent action in key areas such as hunger, climate change, and education.

How to manage a climate overshoot: world leaders offer 4 ways

Climate Overshoot Commission warns that global warming is likely to exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius, and calls for new approaches to managing climate change.

Innovation is crucial for tough-to-decarbonize industries. Here’s why

Industries like mining are complicated to decarbonize, since fossil fuels are baked into their processes. Decarbonizing these hard-to-abate industries will instead call for innovation.