World Economic Forum’s Tweets

Jul 13

The Global Gender Gap Report 2022 is live. Contained inside, the world's most gender-equal countries, where the gap still needs closing, and the actions being taken to do so. Read it here: weforum.org/reports/global #gendergap22

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‘Take your time to make a difference.’

@VolvoGroup

’s Chief Purchasing Officer Andrea Fuder shares this advice for young leaders on the latest #MeetTheLeader w/

@lindalacina

. Read a podcast transcript here: bit.ly/3zmzQOG

This project could plant 2.4 billion trees in India. Learn more about Cauvery Calling on UpLink: bit.ly/3PMRx0I

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UK supermarket chains are ditching ‘best before’ dates in favour of the ‘sniff test’. How do you check the quality of your produce? Learn more about food waste prevention: ow.ly/2ClM50KaHjN

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Monkeypox declared global health emergency: The latest health and well-being news #GlobalHealth #monkeypox

Monkeypox declared global health emergency: The latest health and wellbeing news

The move is designed to trigger a coordinated international response to the disease and could unlock funding for vaccines or treatments.

Why the future of connected IoT in homes is child-centric

Why the future of connected IoT in homes is child-centric

Connected IoT devices hold inherent risks that will affect children the most and that put age-appropriate design requirements and standards to the test.

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The digital divide: Why SMEs must cross borders

The digital divide: Why SMEs must cross borders

As trade becomes increasingly digital, the success of small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) increasingly hinges on their abilities to cross borders – something that must be facilitated

This is the state of world's energy - in charts #Energy #ClimateChange

This is the state of world's energy - in charts

Energy demand bounced back rapidly after the pandemic. These charts show what that means for the global energy crisis and efforts to control climate change.

“The first thing to know is that the 21st century has given Ukraine a chance. And now Ukraine is facing a war whose aggressor seeks to take that chance away.” Historian

@TimothyDSnyder

talks #Ukraine on #RadioDavos.

Ukraine's history, and why it matters, by Timothy Snyder

If we want to understand the war in Ukraine, and why it matters to the world, we need to know its history. Yale professor Timothy Snyder is on Radio Davos.

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This mechanical toilet is designed for rural families living off grid. Learn more about toilet-tech: ow.ly/ROPt50KasbP

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Reusing just 10% of plastic products would reduce the amount of #plastic waste reaching the ocean by 50%.

@algramo_cl

@TerraCycle

and global business leaders are helping consumers access sustainable alternatives to single-use plastic. Read more:

Smart shopping: consumers fight plastic waste

By promoting reusable packaging, the World Economic Forum is helping reduce plastic waste.

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Making something out of nothing. ☀️ 🚰 Are you an ‘aquapreneur’? UpLink and HCL have launched a new collaboration to tackle the global water crisis. Visit UpLink to learn more: bit.ly/3SjyYTE

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In the mountains, going green isn’t always a good thing. Learn more about global warming: ow.ly/WNel50Kakq1

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‘Every sourcing decision is a wedding.’ Learn how

@VolvoGroup

’s Chief Purchasing Officer Andrea Fuder vets and forges partnerships that last on the latest #MeetTheLeader w/

@lindalacina

. Listen here: spoti.fi/3OStFYk

This US deal could unlock $370 billion to fight the climate crisis. Learn more about climate action in the US: ow.ly/j0I950K9zLK

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images show the staggering impact of drought

These NASA images show the staggering impact of drought

Lake Mead, a US reservoir that supplies about 25 million people with water, is at its lowest water level since 1937, new NASA images show.

COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this week

COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this week

Top COVID-19 news: Macau to reopen after no infections for 9 days; Confirmed cases decline in the Americas; Japan urges action over rising infections.

Building inclusive digital public infrastructure: 5 insights

@UNDPDigital

@KeyzomN

Building inclusive digital public infrastructure: 5 insights

Digital public infrastructure and digital public goods can bring health and prosperity to people on a mass scale — but we must get it right. Here's how.

Is artificial intelligence the antidote to disinformation?

Is artifical intelligence the antidote to disinformation?

Fighting disinformation with AI alone is a reactionary step. How to humanize the AI detection of misleading information should be society's top priority.

The US now has a website to cope with heatwaves and other environment stories you need to read this week

The US website to help people cope with heatwaves, and other environment stories you need to read...

Rich nations fail to deliver on climate pledge - OECD; US launches Heat.gov as record heatwave continues; Europe needs to move faster on renewables to reach climate goals.

Access to clean water is a human right. Here's how we can work together to improve access and address this inequality.

Work together to improve access to clean water worldwide

Access to clean water is a human right but a third of people still lack access to it. Here's how public-private collaboration can address this inequality.

#antibiotic #medicine #healthcare

AI could be instrumental in winning the war against antibiotic resistance says

@ale_curioni

@IBM

Tackling antibiotic resistance with AI and quantum computing

Tackling antibiotic resistance is reaching a critical point and combining emerging AI techniques could help us win the biological war against bacteria.

"The stakes include 'can an armed tyranny destroy a democracy?' That hasn't happened for a very long time. And it shouldn't happen." Historian

@TimothyDSnyder

talks #Ukraine on #RadioDavos.

Ukraine's history, and why it matters, by Timothy Snyder

If we want to understand the war in Ukraine, and why it matters to the world, we need to know its history. Yale professor Timothy Snyder is on Radio Davos.

There are 40% more tigers in the world than in 2015, but they’re still classed as ‘endangered’. Learn more about the global tiger population: ow.ly/cM4R50K9xAR

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You use only the contents of the bottle - again and again and again. Learn more about our circular economy innovators on UpLink: bit.ly/3zJO0uN

@WEFUpLink

@Re_Re_World

@TheCirculars_22

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The more positive you feel about the future, the more future you’re likely to have. Learn more about staying optimistic: ow.ly/CK1n50K9i9C

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From electric ferries to wind-powered boats: here’s how the #shipping industry can decarbonize

From electric ferries to wind-powered boats: here’s how the shipping industry can decarbonize

International shippers are exploring decarbonization technologies, including biofuels, renewable energy and hybrid systems. The fastest electric ferry is new hope.

6 ways AI is helping us learn more about our past - and future

6 ways AI is helping us learn more about our past - and future

Artificial intelligence is helping historians restore ancient Greek texts, decipher dead languages and reveal new discoveries about old artefacts.

8 charts that explain the net-zero industry challenge. #NetZeroTracker22

8 charts that explain the net zero industry challenge

A new World Economic Forum and Accenture report and framework – the Net-Zero Industry Tracker – will monitor and support the decarbonization of heavy industry.

Why organizations need to focus on their employees' mental health

Why organizations need to focus on their employees' mental health

How we talk about mental health challenges has changed in recent years. As the pandemic's impact continues to be felt in the workplace, how companies respond to this will be under close scrutiny.

"The stakes include 'can an armed tyranny destroy a democracy?' That hasn't happened for a very long time. And it shouldn't happen." Historian

@TimothyDSnyder

talks #Ukraine on #RadioDavos.

Ukraine's history, and why it matters, by Timothy Snyder

If we want to understand the war in Ukraine, and why it matters to the world, we need to know its history. Yale professor Timothy Snyder is on Radio Davos.

Air pollution kills millions - it's time to tackle it seriously.

@DrTolullah

@DrDavidDuong

Air pollution kills millions - it's time to tackle it seriously

Air pollution is a deadly problem that both causes and is exacerbated by climate change. We must hold ourselves accountable for the harm it is causing.

6 young leaders reflect on the global energy transition

6 young leaders reflect on the global energy transition

Keeping global warming below 1.5°C is essential. These young leaders working in energy reflect on the transition to a sustainable global energy system.

How hot is Earth today compared to when you were born? 5 climate change stories to read this week #climatechange #environment

How hot is Earth today compared to when you were born? 5 climate change stories to read this week

From the impact of heatwaves around the world to eco-friendly foods that can tackle climate change, here are some of this week's top environment stories.

Global crises threaten progress curbing HIV/AIDS, UN warns

Global crises threaten progress curbing HIV/AIDS, UN warns

Compounding crises have slowed the global fight against HIV, threatening the health of millions and potentially derailing goals aimed at eradicating the virus.

To build financial resilience, we need to promote savings

To build financial resilience, we need to promote savings

In developing economies, 55% of adults could reliably access emergency money in one month but 45% do not have the means to deal with a financial shock.