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«We need a standardised approach for accounting and reporting the carbon emission intensity of urban mobility.»

3 surprising reasons why cities are struggling to slash emissions

By: EBR | Monday, February 14, 2022

About 18% of global energy emissions can be attributed to road vehicles, of which 60% come from passenger vehicles

Digital health offers more open, inclusive and collaborative patient healthcare

Digital health can make healthcare more open, inclusive, and patient-centred. Here’s how.

By: EBR | Friday, February 11, 2022

Over the last two decades, data and digital technologies have begun to converge with medicines, devices, and diagnostics to create a new market for digital health

The World Economic Forum’s President Borge Brende argues that the world needs an equitable, sustainable and resilient post-pandemic global economy.

How to accelerate and strengthen the global economy

By: EBR | Thursday, February 10, 2022

At a moment when the global economy faces strong headwinds, there is an opportunity for leaders to not only accelerate growth in the near term, but to lay the foundations of a more resilient and sustainable economy for the years ahead

Businesses must comply with the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act or face hefty fines.

How businesses should respond to the EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act

By: EBR | Wednesday, February 9, 2022

The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act aims to regulate AI technologies

Momentum is building around blue finance.

Blue finance: What is it and how could it save the ocean?

By: EBR | Tuesday, February 8, 2022

It’s thought around 3 billion people rely on the ocean for their food, jobs, and livelihoods

Millions of people have left their jobs in search of more fulfilling roles with greater flexibility – it’s been called the Great Reshuffle.

Explainer: What is the Great Reshuffle and how is it affecting the jobs market?

By: EBR | Tuesday, February 8, 2022

It started off as “the Great Resignation” – swathes of workers inspired, or driven, by lockdowns to quit their jobs

It was not immediately clear which EU countries have been the most hesitant in negotiations or when the bloc might be ready to move on sanctions which it says would have “massive consequences and severe costs”.

Analysis: EU faces a complex task as it tries to agree Russia sanctions

By: EBR | Thursday, February 3, 2022

The European Union says it is ready to impose “massive” economic sanctions on Russia if it invades Ukraine, but officials and diplomats say the threat depends on complex negotiations involving 27 member states that are far from complete

There is the danger of "inclusion fatigue" setting in, which would allow support towards the battle for equality to slip away.

How can leaders prioritize inclusivity in 2022? 6 key focus points

By: EBR | Thursday, February 3, 2022

Since the murder of George Floyd, business leaders around the world have made commitments to fight racism.

Sustainable investing has grown from $30.7 trillion in 2018 to $35.3 trillion in 2020.

How sustainable investing will become the norm

By: EBR | Thursday, February 3, 2022

Sustainable investing has come a long way and is now mainstream.

Investments are required in demonstration projects and new facilities to develop low-carbon emitting technologies.

What are low-carbon emitting technologies? An expert explains

By: EBR | Thursday, February 3, 2022

Access to affordable renewable energy and their deployment are key enablers for decarbonization of heavy industries

The role of buildings in addressing climate change is important.

What decarbonizing buildings teaches us about climate priorities

By: EBR | Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Buildings are responsible for roughly 40% of emissions globally, when considering building materials and operating emissions

Russia’s military buildup along Ukraine’s border has prompted a coherent response from NATO and exposed the disunity of the EU. Without a clear policy toward its eastern neighbors and Moscow, the union cannot meet today’s geopolitical challenges.

What Ukraine reveals about NATO and the EU

By: EBR | Wednesday, February 2, 2022

They don’t like to admit it. But there is an unnecessary rivalry between NATO and the European Union

History shows that in times of disruption, resilience depends on adaptability and decisiveness.

3 keys to a resilient post-pandemic recovery

By: EBR | Tuesday, February 1, 2022

The global economy has shown remarkable resilience throughout the pandemic, but history shows that real recoveries depend on adaptability and decisive decision-taking

If Italy has not improved its trend rate of growth of approximately 0.5% per year visibly by then, the specter of a debt crisis could come back to haunt Italy and Europe in the second half of the 2020s.

Italy: The Least Bad Outcome

By: EBR | Tuesday, February 1, 2022

No change in Rome. Sergio Mattarella stays on as president, Mario Draghi remains prime minister. For Italy and Europe, this is the least bad outcome of Italy’s presidential election

Team negotiators may achieve higher joint gains when they first discuss superordinate goals that either team can’t achieve without the help of the other.

Negotiating With a Team? Skip the Chit-Chat

By: EBR | Tuesday, February 1, 2022

The higher the stakes, the more likely a negotiation is conducted by two teams rather than two individuals. Just think about corporate mergers and acquisitions, law making in government or international trade agreements

Blacks, Asians, Hispanics, Latinos and low-income populations are being exposed to higher levels of air pollution than other groups.

Race and income linked to air pollution exposure, study shows

By: EBR | Monday, January 31, 2022

A new Harvard study on air pollution focuses on disparities across racial, ethnic and income groups in America

Lessons learned during the development of global oil markets could be applied to growing markets for critical energy transition materials.

Rethinking global supply chains for the energy transition

By: EBR | Monday, January 31, 2022

We need to rethink global supply chains in order to support the energy transition

If and when Rishi Sunak becomes Britain’s next Prime Minister, Europe would see its first leader of Indian parents.

UK Tories and Rishi Sunak: Revenge for the Empire?

By: EBR | Monday, January 31, 2022

If Boris Johnson is ousted or simply quits as Britain’s Prime Minister, who takes over? Chances are that it will be the first non-white person to lead a European country since the Moors were expelled from Spain in 1492