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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How we can recover momentum towards closing the gender gap #gendergap22

How we can recover momentum towards closing the gender gap

It will take 132 years to close the gender gap worldwide, according to the latest Global Gender Gap report. Four industry leaders present their outlook on recovering momentum while highlighting how...

Every CEO needs training in this critical area says

@WeAreOxy

CEO Vicki Hollub. Learn more on #MeetTheLeader w/

@LindaLacina

. Listen here: spoti.fi/3IKVGzB

This is how robots are looking after the ocean. Learn more about tech saving the planet: ow.ly/N7sw50K1kmN

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Have you been feeling the heat this week? Learn more about Europe's heatwaves: ow.ly/rsHY50K1kbA

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How can leaders prepare for a potential downturn? Watch your spending, get the right talent on board - and listen to your teams.

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’s Stefan Marcu shares more on #MeetTheLeader w/

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Are your favourite foods affected by climate change? Learn more about the climate affecting food supplies: ow.ly/uyZy50K17II

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Gender Parity Initiatives are promoting more women into leadership positions and closing gender wage gaps. Learn more:

How companies in Chile succeeded in reducing gender pay gap

The World Economic Forum is helping CEOs and ministers work together on policies that help to support women in work and further close the gender pay gap in their countries.

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This map shows the way to a more circular economy. Learn more about our purpose-driven entrepreneurs on UpLink: bit.ly/3ISQ0DF

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This innovation is cutting deforestation by 70% - and saving lives. 🌳 To find more innovative solutions to protect the rainforests, visit UpLink: bit.ly/3Okag2f

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How can organizations accelerate their resilience journey?

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How can organizations accelerate their resilience journey?

Business leaders must adapt and prepare their operations for a global risk landscape. A new framework aims to help firms strengthen their organizational resilience.

Top takeaways from The New Champion Dialogues #newchampions22

Top takeaways from The New Champion Dialogues

The New Champion Dialogues brought together leaders from business, government, and society to look at some of the world's biggest challenges and topics.

Book Club: Best 2022 summer books to read and relax

The best books to read this summer, from @FTLifeArts's

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The FT's Deputy Books Editor, Laura Battle, recommends top summer books for 2022 - and bibliotherapist Ella Berthoud suggests escapist summer books.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine increases the risk of cyber attacks. To guard against this, a cyber resilience strategy is required

Building a cyber resilience strategy for an unstable world

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has increased the risk of cyber attacks. To guard against this, organizations need an effective cyber resilience strategy.

How digitisation is creating opportunities for Indian women

How digitisation is creating opportunities for Indian women

India's infrastructure push is having a major impact on people in the country, especially in rural areas where internet access means more opportunities

The world needs 2 billion electric vehicles to get to net zero. But is there enough lithium to make all the batteries?

The world needs 2 billion electric vehicles to get to net zero. But is there enough lithium to make...

Surging demand for electric vehicles means surging demand for lithium, a key metal for EV batteries. But global supplies are tight – and getting tighter.

This new role will help close the UK’s gender health gap. Find out more: ow.ly/yJlM50K06fT

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Sickly sycamores? Peaky poplars? This is who to call! 🚑🌳 These tree ambulances in India are saving damaged trees, helping cities to adapt to climate change and supporting the country in its reforestation targets. Learn more about them here: ow.ly/qRj950JZYFA

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Join us at 13:30 (CDT-Mexico time) today for the announcement of the Gender Parity Accelerator in Mexico. Learn more here:

In Latin America, public-private partnerships are closing gender gap in recovery

Women were especially affected by the pandemic. Effective public-private collaboration for greater equality can help close the gender gap in the region and beyond.

Occidental's Vicki Hollub: Energy markets, climate change and the training every CEO needs

“Always be who you are, no matter what the situation.”

@WeAreOxy

CEO Vicki Hollub shares her leadership lessons on the latest episode of #MeetTheLeader w/

@LindaLacina

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Listen to this episode from Meet The Leader on Spotify. Oxy’s CEO shares her thoughts on how energy markets will shift and what’s needed to fund the energy transition. As one of the first women to...

Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, has transformed its historic center into a car-free paradise. Learn more: ow.ly/nCk850JZS9e

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Nearly three-quarters of Europeans plan to travel this summer

Nearly three-quarters of Europeans plan to travel this summer

A new Ipsos poll finds that 71% of Europeans plan to travel this summer as the industry continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jobs in renewable energy are growing in the US – here are the highlights

Jobs in renewable energy are growing in the US – here are the highlights

The transition to renewables is boosting employment opportunities in the US, finds the United States Energy & Employment Report 2022.

Here’s how heat waves can impact economies, as well as people and wildlife

Here’s how heat waves can impact economies, as well as people and wildlife

Climate scientists expect the world’s record-breaking heat waves to continue. We know about their devastating impact on people, but what about the economy?

Amid global economic woes, unicorns continue to thrive

Amid global economic woes, unicorns continue to thrive

Despite the lingering COVID-19 pandemic and increasing talk of a global recession, the number of so-called unicorns worldwide continues to rise.

Russian ruble: How resilient against sanctions is Russia's economy?

Russian ruble: How resilient against sanctions is Russia's economy?

A higher price of oil has cushioned the blow for the world’s third-largest oil producer, but the full impact of these economic weapons has likely yet to be felt.

Mariana Mazzucato, Professor of Economics at University College London, has a way forward for struggling economies. Learn more: ow.ly/JkYZ50JZ5JT

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With ongoing emergencies around the world in economics, geopolitics, healthcare and more, navigating uncertainty is becoming harder. Over 1,100 participants from around the world discuss how we can overcome our challenges. Watch #newchampions22 here: weforum.org/events/the-new

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

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

Top COVID-19 news: Pandemic causes millions of children to miss routine vaccinations; 2 billion vaccine doses given in India; What is the BA.5 variant?

Navigating Uncertainty: The New Champion Dialogues 2022 #newchampions22

Navigating Uncertainty: The New Champion Dialogues 2022

The New Champion Dialogues, in virtual format, will gather insights from leaders and experts in China and around the world.

What are carbon budgets and how can they help us reach net zero?

What are carbon budgets and how can they help us reach net zero?

Carbon budgets that link greenhouse gas emissions to net-zero targets can help cap rising temperatures. But are those budgets being balanced fairly?

Europe swelters in the heat and other #environment stories you need to read this week

Europe swelters in the heat and other environment stories you need to read this week

Explainer: What is a recession?

Explainer: What is a recession?

Economists are warning a global recession could be on the way. But what is a recession and how can we tell if one is happening?

How can journalists keep pace with an evolving digital landscape?

@bigspringio

How can journalists keep pace with an evolving digital landscape?

Journalists are facing a digital skills gap, particularly in emerging countries where there is poor access to training and devices. A mobile-first platform aims to change that.

They’ve really come out of their shells 🐢 Conservation programmes have pulled Giant Tortoises back from the brink of extinction on this Galapagos island. Learn more about protecting wildlife: ow.ly/eEMy50JY8kW

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