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• Green Finance Is Fueling The ESG Boom

  Published 16 December 2021 | viewed 1,261 times

  In a year in which significant political efforts have been made to speed up the energy transition, 2021 has also been record-breaking for green finance,…

• Emerging Markets Look Towards A Life After COVID-19

  Published 14 December 2021 | viewed 755 times

  Following on from a year in which supply chains and international travel were severely disrupted, 2021 saw an increase in global cooperation, as institutions, businesses…

• How Emerging Markets Will Benefit From New Carbon Trading Rules

  Published 25 November 2021 | viewed 1,715 times

  Amid pledges to phase out the use of coal and reduce methane emissions, world leaders at the recent UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow…

• Universities To Play A Key Role In The Decarbonization Of Emerging Markets

  Published 25 November 2021 | viewed 1,218 times

  Higher education institutions have a leading role to play in helping emerging economies adapt to the effects of climate change, as well as to meet…

• Nuclear Power Will Play A Key Role In Emerging Economies’ Energy Transition

  Published 14 November 2021 | viewed 2,357 times

  The ongoing UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow has underlined how increased adoption of low-carbon energy sources will be key to reducing global emissions.…

• How Emerging Markets Are Helping To Slash Methane Emissions

  Published 06 November 2021 | viewed 1,037 times

  With world leaders meeting this week at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, a number of emerging markets have demonstrated their willingness to…

• Can Southeast Asia Prevent Future Microchip Shortages?

  Published 07 October 2021 | viewed 1,413 times

  Initially sparked by supply chain disruptions associated with the Covid-19 pandemic, a worldwide shortage of microchips has intensified in recent months, largely due to a…

• Hydrogen Will Play A Key Role In The Gulf’s Energy Transition

  Published 26 September 2021 | viewed 3,473 times

  With hydrocarbon-rich countries in the Gulf increasingly looking to reduce their carbon emissions, some in the region are turning towards multi-coloured hydrogen as a more…

• COVID-19 Has Upended The Global Labor Market

  Published 18 September 2021 | viewed 2,210 times

  From lockdowns to remote work and widespread job losses, the Covid-19 pandemic has dramatically changed the way people work. These interruptions are likely to have…

• Can The Global Shipping Industry Really Go Green?

  Published 09 September 2021 | viewed 1,668 times

  As environmental concerns become increasingly pressing for governments and businesses alike, the shipping industry is taking steps to reduce its carbon footprint. In late August…

• Is It Possible To Eliminate Greenwashing?

  Published 04 September 2021 | viewed 1,589 times

  An initiative that encourages companies to meet science-based emissions targets has seen significant growth in recent months. The success of the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)…

• How Can Emerging Markets Capitalize On Geothermal Energy’s Potential?

  Published 11 August 2021 | viewed 1,729 times

  While solar and wind are the dominant segments in the transition to renewables, a number of emerging markets are looking to geothermal sources as a…

• Will Extensive Vaccination Programs Help GCC Nations Return To Normal?

  Published 07 August 2021 | viewed 2,393 times

  With schools, businesses and borders re-opening across much of the region, several GCC countries are beginning to resume pre-pandemic levels of activity. Does this mark…

• Can G7 Countries Compete With China’s Belt And Road Initiative?

  Published 29 July 2021 | viewed 3,005 times

  Following the expansion of Chinese-led projects in many emerging markets over the past decade, the G7 has unveiled its own initiative to support global infrastructure…

• Climate Friendly Banks: The Key To A Sustainable Energy Transformation?

  Published 24 July 2021 | viewed 1,421 times

  Amid an increased focus on environmental sustainability, the idea of fossil fuel “bad banks” is gaining traction globally. The concept refers to special companies specifically…

• Creating A Blueprint For A Sustainable Future In Latin America

  Published 10 July 2021 | viewed 1,099 times

  As Latin America continues its economic recovery from Covid-19, countries in the region are increasingly looking towards the circular economy as a platform for sustainable…

• Can A “Green Bitcoin” Solve Crypto’s Sustainability Problem?

  Published 01 July 2021 | viewed 1,142 times

  Amid a rise in demand for cryptocurrencies, especially in emerging markets, and an increased appetite for sustainable finance globally, efforts are under way to develop…

• Emerging Markets Are Racing To Halt The Plastic Pandemic

  Published 29 June 2021 | viewed 1,961 times

  Covid-19 led to a sharp rise in the production of single-use plastics, a significant proportion of which end up in the world’s oceans. With the…

• The Middle East Is Doubling Down On Its ESG Ambitions

  Published 22 June 2021 | viewed 1,816 times

  As industries around the world increasingly turn towards environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies to support their recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, focus is sharpening…

• How Will Net Zero 2050 Plans Affect Emerging Markets?

  Published 20 June 2021 | viewed 3,141 times

  Climate concerns are driving an acceleration in the global transition towards environmentally sustainable energy sources, with significant implications for emerging markets as they seek to…