- What are the Sustainable Development Goals? - The World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum is an independent international organization committed to improving the state of the world by engaging business, political, academic and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas Incorporated as a not-for-profit foundation in 1971, and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Forum is tied to no political, partisan or national interests
- How technology advances corporate sustainability | World Economic Forum
In today’s corporate world, advanced technology is key to driving sustainability Companies are increasingly using tech solutions to integrate sustainability into their operations Members of the Chief Sustainability Leaders community, which includes over 150 executives from top global companies across 27 industries and 38 countries, are exploring how technology is reshaping corporate
- 4 ways AI can super-charge sustainable development
AI's unparalleled data-harnessing abilities allow it to be an invaluable tool for sustainable development It will underpin new solutions in the sector, and allow green investors to assess climate risks AI can also help measure progress on sustainable development and help win society at large round to the cause
- Energy Overview: Development news, research, data | World Bank
Energy is the lifeline of a modern economy and a foundation for development Without energy, hospitals can’t operate, businesses can’t grow, and students can’t study after dark Expanding access to reliable and affordable energy can raise living standards, safeguard essential services, create jobs, drive digitalization, and propel growth 675 million people are without electricity; 450
- Urban Development Overview - World Bank Group
Urban Development As the world's largest multilateral financier of urban development, the World Bank works with national and local governments to build more livable, sustainable, and resilient cities and communities
- Blended finance key to addressing Asias SDG investment gap
Asia is a major economic engine but faces complex development challenges Blended finance can help the continent build a sustainable and resilient future
- Oceans, Fisheries and Coastal Economies - World Bank Group
The World Bank Group helps countries promote strong governance of marine and coastal resources to improve their contribution to sustainable and inclusive economies by supporting sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, making coastlines more resilient, establishing coastal and marine protected areas, reducing pollution, and developing knowledge and capacity around ocean health
- How can we make cities more sustainable? | World Economic Forum
With an ever-increasing global population and rising urbanization, creating safe, resilient and sustainable cities is right at the top of the green agenda The United Nations included this mission among its 17 Sustainable Development Goals, which together form a blueprint for collectively addressing the challenges the world faces
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