Consumers crave trust and control in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
A new report from PwC finds consumers are getting on
board with Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies, with 90% using at least one 4IR
technology.
However as...
Five Reasons Why Countries in the Arabian Gulf are Turning to Renewables
As global leaders look to renewables as a way address the growing and
multi-dimensional threat of climate change, traditional energy countries in the
Gulf Cooperation Council...
Global solar PV market set for spectacular growth over next 5 years
The installation of solar PV systems on homes, commercial buildings and
industrial facilities is set to take off over the next five years, transforming
the way...
Four Regional Development Banks Launch Joint Report on Livable Cities
Rapid urbanization has provided most cities in the world with
opportunities to provide more sustainable, vibrant, and prosperous centers for
their citizens. But they must first...
Satellites record second lowest Arctic sea ice extent since 1979
The polar oceans are among the most rapidly changing
oceans in the world. The yearly cycle of the build-up and melting of Arctic sea
ice is...
Poverty Continues to Decline, but Pace of Poverty Reduction is Slowing in Central Asia
Although poverty rates in Central Asia continue to decline overall, the
pace of poverty reduction is slowing, according to new data released by the
World Bank....
Achieving safety and security in an age of disruption and distrust
The ability of citizens and businesses to go about their daily lives
with a sense of safety and security is vital to prosperity, but citizens...
Cities Around the World Want to Be Resilient and Sustainable. But What Does This Mean?
Cities around the world, large and small,
face common challenges, especially due to rapid urbanization and climate
change. According to United Nations (UN) estimates, four billion...
Oil Market Report: Back to business as usual
Oil markets in September withstood a textbook case of a large-scale
supply disruption as the attacks on Saudi Arabia temporarily affected about 5.7
mb/d of crude...
The Breitling Avenger Swiss Air Force Team Limited Edition
Breitling is celebrating
the 55th anniversary of the Patrouille Suisse Swiss Air Force Team, admired
around the world for its dazzling aerial performances, with the launch...