We need a total fossil fuel lockdown for a climate revolution
Growth in renewable power has been impressive over the past five years. But too little is happening in heating, cooling and transport. Overall, global...
Latin America and the Caribbean countries need to spend more and better on health
Health spending in Latin America & the Caribbean (LAC) was about USD 1,000 per person in 2017, only ¼ of what was spent in...
Livelihoods of more than 55 million domestic workers at risk due to COVID-19
Nearly three-quarters of domestic workers around the world – more than 55 million people – are at significant risk of losing their jobs and...
15th Asia Clean Energy Forum to Focus on Role of Clean Energy in Post-COVID-19 Recovery
Greater investment in clean energy infrastructure will contribute to Asia and the Pacific’s recovery from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and make economies more...
World Economic Forum Announces 100 New Technology Pioneers In 2020 Cohort
The World Economic Forum announced today its 2020 Technology Pioneers, future headline-makers addressing global issues with cutting-edge technology. From artificial intelligence (AI) to carbon...
COVID-19: Preparations for southern flu season must be a priority
Despite the ongoing global response to COVID-19, the world cannot lose sight of the significant public health risk posed by influenza, which affects every...
Investments in Renewable Energy can support Post COVID-19 Economic Recovery in the Maldives
Seizing green energy opportunities through increased investments in renewables can contribute to post COVID-19 economic recovery and create more jobs in the Maldives, says...
Electric car sales this year resist Covid-19’s blow to global car market
The number of electric cars on the road is expected to reach almost 10 million this year, as sales grow this year despite the...
OECD to host Secretariat of new Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence
The OECD will host the Secretariat of the new Global Partnership on AI (GPAI), a coalition launched today that aims at ensuring that Artificial...
From the Victory Day to Corona Disarray
A two-tier conference
Vienna and Geneva (early September)
From the Victory Day to Corona Disarray: 75 years of Europe’s Collective Security and Human Rights System
Legacy of...