Energy Transition
Here’s how to unleash Brazil’s energy revolution
Changing business models have allowed new players to participate in the electricity market. But what does this energy revolution entail for Latin America?
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Urban Transformation
Latin America is the world's most dangerous region. But there are signs it is turning a corner
Homicide rates are falling after years of gruesome statistics in a region that hosts 43 of the world's 50 most violent cities – though there's still a long way to go.
Emerging Technologies
A glimpse into the future of behavioural sciences
How are Behavioural Sciences applied in our economy and society currently? What opportunities will they open up in the next 10-15 years? Which sectors can profit most? What are the risks ...
Energy Transition
These are the countries best prepared for the global energy transition
Europe is leading the global energy transition. However, to progress in energy transition, the world requires a collaborative, systematic approach aimed at solving problems and capitalizi...
Emerging Technologies
Here’s how we teach machines to be fair
Evidence has shown that AI and machine learning can lead to systematic bias. As its creators, we have a responsibility to put controls in place
Education and Skills
Latin America has the biggest skills gap in the world. Here’s how to bridge it
Globalization and technological progress has made productivity more dependent on a broad, complex and difficult-to-achieve set of skills.
Urban Transformation
Why this Danish city is rebuilding itself out of recycled rubble
Aiming to be carbon-neutral by 2025, Copenhagen is building a new skyline out of reclaimed bricks and wood.
Energy Transition
6 ways to align the energy transition with economic growth
The energy transition is happening, whether governments are on board or not. These proven policies can help them harness the winds of change
Urban Transformation
Violent crime in São Paulo has dropped dramatically. Is this why?
Latin America's largest city was once among the region's most violent. But the bustling metropolis of over 12 million Paulistanos has experienced a remarkable decline in homicide rates.
This is how digital trust varies across the world
A new study explores digital trust in 42 countries.
Geographies in Depth
China can teach the West an important lesson about innovation
The West has a productivity problem - but it can learn from China.
Nature and Biodiversity
The world needs to live up to promises made on biodiversity. Here’s how
The signs that we are damaging the planet are everywhere. We must act now to stop the loss of biodiversity before things get out of control.
Energy Transition
Geothermal mega-drills and floating reactors: the future of island power
High-density populations and fuel transport costs mean islands must get creative. Here's how island power can be sourced for a carbon-free future.
Resilience, Peace and Security
A glimpse into the future of international security
In this week’s episode of “A Glimpse into the Future”, we talk to the co-chairs of the World Economic Forum’s Council on the Future of International Security: Dr Shirley Ann Jackson, pres...
Geographies in Depth
How France and India can unleash the power of “frugal innovation”
What happens when you pair French engineering with Indian ingenuity? Navi Radjou on why France and India need to link forces to provide simple, cheap and smart solutions to the world's pr...