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Building fairer data systems: Lessons from addressing racial bias in healthcare
Racial bias in healthcare algorithms exposes broader issues in data systems. Learn how the concept of data equity can lead to fairer outcomes across industries.
JoAnn Stonier, Lauren Woodman and Karla Yee Amezaga
September 11, 2024
Least developed countries off track to meet exports target; WTO report urges trade and domestic policy to work together; China’s exports grow at fasted year-on-year pace in 18 months.
Sol Leal Campos
September 11, 2024
Unified advocacy: The untapped elixir for advancing social change
Unified advocacy amplifies social change by uniting voices to address global challenges and overcome barriers with collaboration, clear governance and commitment.
Khushboo Awasthi Kumari and Luv Kumar
September 11, 2024
Green supply chain: Four suppliers outline how they keep up with sustainability requirements
Rules aimed at driving sustainability across international supply chains are rapidly evolving. Four industry players outline how they keep up with changes.
Sarah Thorn, Mona Haddad and William Petty
September 11, 2024
Farms of the future: How can AI accelerate regenerative agriculture?
Developments in AI can help accelerate the transition to regenerative agriculture – offering a way to ensure food security and tackle the climate crisis.
Jaskiran Warrik and Shreejit Borthakur
September 10, 2024
Can education for climate action bring a positive change?
Learn about the vital role of education for climate action in preparing the next generation for environmental challenges by fostering knowledge, resilience, and innovative solutions.
Mamta Murthi and Juergen Voegele
September 9, 2024
Brain gain: How improving brain health benefits the economy
Brain health, collectively and individually, is a meaningful driver of economic growth. We should all start thinking about nurturing the brain economy.
Andy Moose, Kana Enomoto and Harris Eyre
September 9, 2024
Milestone for global renewables generation, and other top energy stories
Top energy news: Global renewables generation hits 40%; Britain’s last coal-fired power plant to close; AI “could hurt oil prices in next decade”.
Roberto Bocca
September 9, 2024
Can high-altitude platform stations revolutionize global connectivity?
Know how high-altitude platform stations can enhance global connectivity by providing better coverage and connectivity solutions for remote areas.
Jo Adetunji
September 9, 2024
Unlocking climate solutions at scale through blended finance
Here's how blended finance and innovative partnerships can unlock untapped capital for climate solutions and what's the role of public-private-philanthropic collaborations in driving systemic transformation for a sustainable future.
Luis Alvarado, Yvonne Leung and Pak Yin Choi
September 9, 2024
Microfinance is empowering underserved communities in the GCC
Microfinance is an increasingly important tool to bolster financial inclusion in the GCC. And now, a cohort of ambitious start-ups are getting involved.
A. Nasser Al-Rayes
September 9, 2024
Cow burps, competition, and the perils of being first with laws to protect the planet
Denmark wants to set an example with a first-of-its-kind tax on agricultural emissions. But pushback is standard for groundbreaking legislative efforts to protect the environment.
John Letzing
September 9, 2024
Why pollutants like black carbon and methane must be incorporated into NDCs
Reducing pollutants such as black carbon and methane can tackle air quality and reduce global warming. We highlight the progress Chile has made in this area.
Marcelo Mena Carrasco and Carolina Urmeneta
September 7, 2024