Why we need climate action to avert glacial lake outburst floods in Bhutan
A place ringed by majestic snow-capped mountains, stunning glaciers, and turquoise glacial lakes, a beauty that is captivating but today is potentially lethal in the kingdom of Bhutan.
Here’s how Japan is using technology to mitigate natural disasters
Japan has developed world-leading ways of mitigating tsunamis and other natural disasters, using innovative technology and public-private partnerships.
Somalia drought: Urgent investment can save lives now and earlier action could protect lives in the future
For those who survive the Somalia drought and famine, their families will face a long and difficult road to recovery. Here's how social protection and cash transfer programmes can help.
6 insights on financing clean energy projects in emerging economies
Financing the clean energy transition in emerging economies will be a key topic at COP27. These six insights can help those seeking to raise capital.
How anticipatory insurance can help Africa better prepare and respond to natural disasters
Disaster risk financing in Africa needs innovation and anticipatory insurance could boost risk management and mitigate the impact of crises like drought.
How the shipping industry is sailing towards zero-emission targets
The shipping industry aims to align with a 1.5 degrees Celsius trajectory, this means that zero-emission fuels must make up 5% of global fuels by 2030.
Climate adaptation: the $2 trillion market the private sector cannot ignore
There is a clear need for increased climate adaptation finance, especially in developing countries. The private sector can help meet this investment gap.
Four innovations preparing cities for climate change
From smart rooftops to living seawalls, innovative solutions are protecting our cities from the ravages of climate change.
These 4 charts show the key trends in environmental jobs
Green entrepreneurship is growing faster than overall entrepreneurship, says LinkedIn’s Global Green Skills Report 2022. And more environmental jobs need skilled people.
Emperor penguins at risk and other climate change stories you need to read this week
Top climate change and environment stories: Antarctica's emperor penguins face extinction risk; Emissions to rise 10% by 2030; EU's ban on fossil fuel cars.
Guest post: What gets prioritized and ignored at UN climate negotiations?
Disagreements have been common at recent COP meetings. Here we analyze COP agendas going back to 1995 to understand which issues have been prioritized.
Ingka Group: Inspired by like-minded leaders to create impact together
Jesper Brodin, Chief Executive Officer at Ingka Group (IKEA), uses the World Economic Forum as a platform to connect with global leaders for impactful climate action.