Agenda articles

Preserving forests means business thinking beyond its own value chain

The current incentives structure is failing to protect the world's forests, which are crucial to climate mitigation. Companies must start investing in the bigger picture

New meningitis vaccine brings hope, plus the other health stories you need to know about

Top health news from the past fortnight: new meningitis vaccine brings hope; New Zealand unveils curbs on vaping; new hope in cancer detection and diagnosis.

This UK start-up has launched a seaweed farm to tackle climate change

Our ocean is under threat. But nature-based solutions, such as seaweed farms capturing carbon, can help to tackle climate change and restore biodiversity.

Protected areas store as much carbon as fossil fuels emit per year, study finds

A new study has found that protected areas store as much carbon as fossil fuels emit per year and thus play a vital role in mitigating climate change.

El Niño weather patterns could impact global food production. Here's how

In Asia, El Niño could lead to crop failures, food shortages, and forest fires. However, in the US, it could help alleviate severe drought in the Southwest.

Future of banking: 5 trends reshaping a sector in turmoil

The banking sector must navigate inflationary pressures, rapid normalization of monetary policies and growing fragmentation after a disruptive few years.

How pesticides and fertilizers have resulted in loss of 500 million birds

Other factors that are contributing to the decline of bird populations include climate change, changes in forest cover, and urbanisation. This is how to respond.

Blue economy: how business leaders and scientists are improving ocean health

The blue economy is rising. Learn how innovative global businesses are working together to protect, restore and support the ocean and the blue economy.

6 internet habits that can compromise your cybersecurity

The internet has become an essential part of our lives, but bad habits can leave you and your data vulnerable. Here's how experts suggest you can protect yourself from cybercrime.

How new approaches to fashion, architecture and more can drive climate action

New regenerative approaches to what we eat, wear and build can reduce emissions and restore natural resources. Here's the impact they can have on climate action.

Rice is both a victim and a villain in terms of the climate crisis. Here’s why

Rice, a staple crop for more than half the world, is poised for global shortages. Here's how its production is impacted by the climate crisis and what must be done next.

How a global tech company put gender equity at the heart of its business and why that paid off

The global economy has greater potential to thrive if women participate. Mastercard outlines three lessons learned from its own gender equity initiatives.