This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda For some people in the developed world, life without access to the internet is unthinkable. But for almost 3 billion others, who mostly live in developing nations, living offline is a daily […]These are the places in the world where internet access is still an issue – and why
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda For some people in the developed world, life without access to the internet is unthinkable. But for almost 3 billion others, who mostly live in developing nations, living offline is a daily […]Commission facilitates the activities of cross-border associations in the EU
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission adopted a proposal to facilitate cross-border activities of non-profit associations in the EU. It will improve the functioning of the Internal Market by removing legal and administrative barriers for non-profit associations that operate or wish to operate in more than one […]People are planting tiny urban forests to boost biodiversity and fight the climate crisis
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Simon Torkington, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda This article was first published in July 2020. It was updated in August 2023. How much space do you think you need to grow a forest? If your answer is bigger than […]These 4 innovators are helping the world breathe fresher air
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Gabi Thesing, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Declining air quality, exacerbated by the climate crisis, is a major problem worldwide and poses a grave threat to human health and the environment.As we mark International Day for Clean Air, the […]What are ‘gazelle’ companies and why are they essential for growth?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ivan Savin, Professor of Quantitative Analytics, ESCP Business School (Madrid campus) , Research Fellow, Institute of Environmental Science and Technology (ICTA – UAB), Maria Novitskaya, CFO and HR Lead, Zeeves PTE. Ltd In an article entitled Les misérables, […]Applying a circular economy mindset will help ensure a water-secure future
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ryan Lynch, Practice Director of BSI’s Sustainability Practice, BSI Water provision and use contribute 10% of global emissions, while drought could affect as many as 75% of the world’s population by 2050.Ensuring a water-secure future could be as […]Why we need to be realistic about generative AI’s economic impact
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak, Global Chief Economist, Boston Consulting Group, Paul Swartz, Director and Senior Economist, BCG Henderson Institute, Francois Candelon, Global Director, BCG Henderson Institute, Boston Consulting Group The astonishing pace of technological progress over recent decades has failed […]German economic growth at zero and other economic news to read this week
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Joe Myers, Writer, Forum Agenda 1. German economy posts zero growth in second quarter German gross domestic product (GDP) remained level between the first and second quarters of 2023, according to new data released last week. Year-on-year, the […]How AI could help develop a new generation of diverse leaders
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Stephen Bailey, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, ExecOnline Artificial intelligence will transform the workplace — especially learning and development.AI can expand and improve how we learn, and nurture the broadest possible pipeline of diverse and future-ready leaders.Generative AI, […]Africa is poised to become a global supply chain powerhouse – here’s how
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Africa is on the cusp of a new era of prosperity as a manufacturing centre for high-tech industries and a key link in global supply chains, a new report from the United […]Why steel can be an unexpected leader in decarbonization
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Holger Stamm, Principal, Oliver Wyman (MMC), Nils Naujok, Partner, Energy and Natural Resources, Oliver Wyman (MMC) Steel production is the planet’s largest-emitting manufacturing sector, responsible for 7% of all man-made greenhouse gas emissions. This is because it relies […]How innovative companies are navigating the invisible water crisis
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Sundararajan Mahalingam, President – Strategy, HCL Corporation The climate crisis is putting global water systems under intense pressure.By 2050, over 5 billion people will live in areas affected by water scarcity.Innovative companies are finding solutions, but more investment […]Eurozone inflation slows and other economics stories to read this week
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. This weekly round-up brings you the latest stories from the world of economics and finance. Top economy stories: Eurozone inflation slows; Australian releases 40-year economic forecast; Warning over extreme poverty in developing Asia. 1. Eurozone inflation slows further The latest data from Eurostat has […]Commission proposes fishing opportunities for 2024 in the Baltic Sea
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission has adopted its proposal for the 2024 fishing opportunities for the Baltic Sea in response to a scientific assessment that indicates several fisheries are in a dire situation. The Commission proposed today thetotal allowable catches (TACs) and quotas for three out […]Going underground? The innovations cleaning up freight transport
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Emma Charlton, Writer, Forum Agenda Switzerland is building an underground network to transport freight that should be operational by 2031.Underground pods for freight alleviate surface traffic congestion, reduce emissions and help ensure consistent delivery schedules.As populations increase, transportation […]An Overview on The Migration of Healthcare Workers: Motivations and Barriers
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Miss Carolina Bolfarini Guiotti Mettifogo, a dynamic and enthisiastic medical student in University of Marília, in Brazil. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not […]‘Unprecedented challenges’: Drought at the Panama Canal disrupts global trade
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Spencer Feingold, Digital Editor, World Economic Forum A severe drought in Panama is creating long queues and delays at the Panama Canal, causing shipping disruptions and further highlighting the impact the climate crisis is having on global trade. […]What’s next for the energy transition in Japan?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Kiriko Honda, Head of Business Engagement, Japan, World Economic Forum, Harsh Vijay Singh, Project Lead, System Initiative on Shaping the Future of Energy, World Economic Forum Geneva, Ken Ishizawa, Senior Manager, Accenture A transition to renewable energy is […]Demographic change in Latin America and health aging
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Raúl Pérez Gamboa and Ms. Nayeli Esmeralda Avalos Celis, two medical students studying for their surgeon degree at the Faculty of Human Medicine Campus IV of the Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas. They are affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. […]How Industry 4.0 is transforming the Gulf’s manufacturing sector
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Samer Aljishi, President, BFG International Strategically located and with a young and ambitious population, the Gulf region is embracing the digital technologies that could fuel a manufacturing boom.Industry 4.0 technologies are already being developed and deployed across Bahrain, […]The Effects of Increasing World Population on Healthcare Providing
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This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Mr. Naveen Gautam, an aspiring educator, currently interning at Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Institute of Medicine in Nepal. He is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily […]How will generative AI affect children? The need for answers has never been more urgent
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Steven Vosloo, Digital Foresight and Policy Specialist, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Children are using generative AI but are often hiding it from teachers and parents.There are plenty of benefits to generative AI but there are also many […]Here are 3 innovative ways to manage the challenge of financing the energy transition in developing economies
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Ewan Thomson, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Clean energy investment in emerging economies is vital for our global decarbonization efforts. But the poorest countries in the world cannot fund their energy transitions without significant international investment. Despite accounting for […]State aid: Commission approves €800 million Czech scheme to support companies facing increased energy costs in the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved an approximately €800 million (CZK 19 billion) Czech scheme to support companies affected by increased energy costs in the context of Russia’s war against Ukraine. The scheme was approved under the State aid Temporary Crisis and Transition Framework, adopted by […]EU activates new Humanitarian Air Bridge to Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo
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This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The EU has launched a new humanitarian air bridge operation for the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, transporting essential supplies to the city of Goma. They will be used to scale-up the humanitarian response in the eastern part of the country, where the […]Neurodiversity and leadership: how to create a diverse and inclusive executive team
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Abayomi Olusunle, Writer, psychologist; Board member, Terrence Higgins Trust and Noetic There is a troubling level of discrimination against neurodiverse people.But research suggests that integrating neurodiversity into leadership teams can help organizations access untapped potential and other benefits.Companies […]The US Inflation Reduction Act one year on – what’s been achieved for the green economy?
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Douglas Broom, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda For a piece of legislation aimed at slowing price rises, the United States’ Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has had a big impact on the environment. In fact, many experts have credited the […]How much are governments spending on clean energy? Here’s the top-5 list
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Johnny Wood, Writer, Forum Agenda Global investment in clean energy is accelerating, with $1.34 trillion allocated by policymakers since 2020.The United States’ budget for clean energy investments exceeds $559 billion – more than any other nation.The World Economic […]The ASEAN region is the world’s economic dark horse. Here’s why
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Arsjad Rasjid, Chair, ASEAN Business Advisory Council When looking at drivers of economic growth, ASEAN is a region sometimes overlooked for its potential and overshadowed by economic powerhouses such as China and the United States. Yet in recent […]Businesses can no longer ignore the need for risk intelligence
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Hersh Shah, Chief Executive Officer, Institute of Risk Management – India Affiliate Risk intelligence is the ability to identify potential risks and take the right action to mitigate them.Risk intelligence bolsters an organization’s resilience and can help it […]Three ways policymakers can avoid the political risks of the green transition
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Dominic Rohner, Professor of Economics, University of Lausanne; CEPR , Research Fellow, Christian Gollier, Managing Director, Toulouse School Of Economics; Research Fellow., CEPR Delivering the green transition and combating the climate crisis is also a political problem.Avoiding common […]Extreme heat is forcing Spain’s outside workers to shift their hours
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Charlotte Edmond, Senior Writer, Forum Agenda Spain has banned some outside work during extreme temperatures.Other countries, including those in the Gulf, already have similar bans in place to avoid the worst of the heat.The World Economic Forum’s Global […]3 humanitarian organizations championing resilience you should know about
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This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Christa Odinga-Svanteson, Impact Communications Manager, World Economic Forum World Humanitarian Day, marked each year on 19 August, recognizes the work and sacrifice of humanitarian workers worldwide.This year’s theme, #NoMatterWhat, reiterates their commitment to those they serve despite the […]
