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Accelerating an Equitable Transition: A Data-Driven Approach
With the rising social, economic, and humanitarian consequences of extreme weather events such as floods and heatwaves, countries need to double down on the pace of the green transition. However, justice and equity considerations of climate action are surfacing, and the current policy and business toolkit is inadequate to forge an equitable transition, eroding public acceptance and policy stability.
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The energy transition is progressing but has lost momentum in the face of increasing global uncertainty, according to the World Economic Forum's Fostering Effective Energy Transition 2024 report. The Energy Transition Index (ETI), which benchmarks 120 countries on their current energy system performance and on the readiness of their enabling environment, finds that while there has been notable progress in energy efficiency and a marked increase in the adoption of clean energy sources, energy transition momentum has been held back by setbacks in energy equity, driven by rising energy prices in recent years. Energy security also continues to be tested by geopolitical risks.
The Global Gender Gap Index annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment). It is the longest-standing index tracking the progress of numerous countries’ efforts towards closing these gaps over time since its inception in 2006.
The Global Risks Report, developed in collaboration with Marsh McLennan and Zurich Insurance Group, explores some of the most severe risks we may face over the next decade, against a backdrop of rapid technological change, economic uncertainty, a warming planet and conflict. As cooperation comes under pressure, weakened economies and societies may only require the smallest shock to edge past the tipping point of resilience.
The May 2024 Chief Economists Outlook explores key trends in the global economy, including the latest outlook for growth, inflation, monetary and fiscal policy, and the implications of recent geopolitical and domestic political developments. This series of reports draws on the individual and collective perspectives of a group of leading chief economists through consultations with the World Economic Forum’s Chief Economists Community and a regular Chief Economists Survey.
The Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI) 2024 is the second edition of an index that evolved from the Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Index (TTCI) series, a flagship index of the World Economic Forum that has been in production since 2007. The TTDI is part of the Forum’s broader work with industry and government stakeholders to build a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future for economies and local communities.
This report, published in collaboration with Oliver Wyman, highlights the pivotal role of cities in leading the global fight against climate change and biodiversity loss. Coordinated city action for nature is not only vital to achieving the goals set by the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF), but also strategically necessary given the climate-, health- and infrastructure-related urban challenges arising from existing unbalanced relationships with nature and the biosphere.
The automotive industry is undergoing its most challenging transformation in over a century. The role of software in this transformation is so prominent that the new generation of vehicles are being referred to as “software-defined vehicles”. This paper provides a path to better streamline existing industry work on the vehicle software platform.
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The reports provide pathways for business to be part of the transition to a nature-positive economy.
The Annual Report outlines the concrete progress the World Economic Forum made over the year in a variety of initiatives and demonstrates how the organization continues to be a bridge-builder in the increasingly complex world.
The Chief Economists Outlook summarizes the emerging contours of the current economic environment. The quarterly report incorporates the latest policy research and the results of a Forum survey with leading chief economists from both the public and private sectors.
The annual Energy Transition Index benchmarks over 100 countries on their current energy system performance as well as provides a forward-looking measure of energy security and transition readiness.
The annual Top 10 Emerging Technologies report highlights the technologies set to positively impact society within the next three to five years. The report provides a qualitative assessment of each technology's potential impact on people and the planet.
The annual Global Gender Gap Index benchmarks the state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions: economic participation and opportunity, educational attainment, health and survival, and political empowerment.
The annual Future of Jobs Report explores how jobs and skills will evolve. The report is based on unique survey data that details the expectations of a cross-section of the world’s largest employers related to how socio-economic and technology trends will shape the workplace of the future.
The annual Global Risks Report explores some of the most severe risks we may face in the coming years. Underpinned by the Forum’s Global Risks Perception Survey, the report brings together leading insights from over 1,200 experts across the world.
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Satellite Earth observation (EO) technologies are revolutionizing climate intelligence, offering vital insights into our rapidly changing environment. This white paper examines how integrating complementary technologies with EO data converts complex information into actionable climate insights. By harnessing the power of advanced processing and analysis, EO is driving innovation, enabling timely climate action, and supporting global resilience efforts.
Automated decision-making systems based on algorithms and data are increasingly common today, with profound implications for individuals, communities and society. More than ever before, data equity is a shared responsibility that requires collective action to create data practices and systems that promote fair and just outcomes for all.
The World Economic Forum’s Annual Report outlines the key developments in 2023-2024. It provides an overview of the 10 centres and the Forum's initiatives, coalitions and flagship reports, as well as the latest progress from the Forum’s core functions, leadership and governance.
Sustainable Development Goal-16 (SDG-16) champions the establishment of peaceful and inclusive societies, ensuring access to justice for all and promoting the development of effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at every level. This foundational goal is crucial for driving growth and sustainable development.
Generative artificial intelligence could contribute an estimated $4.4 trillion annually to the global economy, reshaping industries and international trade.
With more than $350 billion of venture capital (VC) funding invested since 2015, fintech has become an industry with global net revenue exceeding $150 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to $400 billion by 2028. Obtaining VC funding, however, remains a challenge for many fintech companies across regions.
Half the emissions reductions needed to achieve net-zero goals by 2050 are expected to come from technologies not yet available at scale. This report provides analysis from the suppliers’ perspective on the value chain, decarbonization pathways, challenges and opportunities for scaling-up zero-emission technologies.
Autonomous mobility is poised to transform global transport, with autonomous vehicles (AVs) being tested in pilot projects worldwide. Successfully integrating these technologies into existing systems demands a structured approach. This white paper presents a four-step framework to accelerate autonomous mobility pilots and deployments: regulatory sandbox development; pilot selection; pilot implementation; and scaling.
This report examines how Latin America can leverage its abundant solar, wind and hydroelectric resources to become a key player in the global clean hydrogen export market, while helping to address energy security concerns and drive economic growth across the region.
First Movers Coalition (FMC) aviation sector members have made the ambitious commitment to procure sustainable aviation fuel that has at least 85% lower greenhouse gas emissions than conventional jet fuel – SAF85 – by 2030. This technical brief is intended to accelerate the procurement of SAF85 by FMC members and others.
The World Economic Forum’s Global Shapers Community harnesses the innovation of 18,000 young leaders in over 500 hubs across 154 countries. This year, the community focused on building youth leaders, accelerating youth action and amplifying youth voices.
Advanced air mobility (AAM) is the leading edge of innovation in the aviation industry, introducing higher levels of automation and new technological advancements. This white paper explores human involvement in AAM operations, from direct control to remote supervision, and highlights the diverse opportunities for the application of AAM in both passenger and non-passenger transport.