The OECD released its interim economic outlook report for 2025 in mid-March, and it does not make for pretty reading. Right off the bat, the report points out that, while the global economy was resilient in 2024, this year will be underwhelming in several respects. As a result, growth projections will be less optimistic than …
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The circular economy represents a transformative approach to economic growth that prioritizes sustainability, resource efficiency, and environmental health. Unlike the traditional linear economy, which follows a “take, make, dispose” pattern, the circular economy aims to create a closed-loop system where resources are reused, recycled, and regenerated. This model offers numerous opportunities for companies to innovate, …
The circular economy as a development model: What are the opportunities for companies? Read More »
Generative AI is all the rage at the moment, especially in the circles of really big data center operators, otherwise called “hyperscale” data center operators. According to S&P Global, mentions of keywords relating to generative AI have skyrocketed amongst these companies, highlighting just how much interest the technology is generating and where these companies are …
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The UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs recently released the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025. The report highlights the global economic outlook for the coming year, including the prospects for growth and where challenges may hinder progress. The report indicates that global economic growth is projected to remain at 2.8% in 2025, unchanged …
Climate finance refers to the financial resources and instruments used to support actions aimed at mitigating and adapting to the impacts of climate change. This includes funding for renewable energy projects, energy efficiency improvements, and initiatives to enhance climate resilience. Climate finance is crucial as it helps provide the large-scale investments needed to transition to …
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If 2024 was the year that AI took tangible steps into operational effectiveness, 2025 may likely see the world of work begin to truly mold itself around AI. From prompt engineers to AI ethics officers and more, we’re increasingly seeing real-world effects of the AI impact that was predicted half a decade ago. By how …
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The nuclear energy landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as interests shift towards the development and deployment of nuclear microreactors. While there are still questions about how nuclear energy factors in the drive towards a sustainable global economy, there’s no denying that microreactors are game changers especially with respect to how nuclear power can be …
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The concepts of sustained economic growth and sustainable economic growth are often discussed in economic and environmental circles, but they are not always seen as compatible – and I do not think that they should be. While sustained economic growth focuses on a consistent increase in a country’s economic output over time, sustainable economic growth …
Is ‘sustained’ economic growth compatible with ‘sustainable’ economic growth? Read More »
Minerals are increasingly crucial to global supply chains, especially given the rising importance of technology and AI. However, the mining and processing of minerals has significantly increased the risk of various issues, from forced labor to corruption, child labor and other human rights abuses. Given the severity of these issues, more companies are being encouraged …
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In 2024, we saw a majority of central banks around the world take a gradual easing approach as previously sky-high interest rates were dialled back amid slowing economic activity. With inflation moderating across global markets, we’re poised for a 2025 where central banks have to decide whether to continue rate cuts, hold steady or resume …
Monetary policy shifts in 2025: What’s next for central banks? Read More »
