Reimagining growth: a new vision for progress
Reimagining Growth: The first theme at World Economic Forum Davos 2025 calls for a shift beyond GDP to a model that measures well-being, equity, and environmental sustainability. ✅ What this theme is about: 1. Moving beyond traditional economic indicators to focus on societal and planetary well-being. 2. Exploring sustainable growth strategies that balance profitability with purpose. 3. […]
The $10 trillion opportunity: rise of green infrastructure investments
The latest World Energy Investment Report 2024 from the International Energy Agency (IEA) highlights that global green infrastructure investments are set to surpass $10 trillion annually by 2030. Renewable energy, sustainable transportation, and urban resilience systems are leading this transformation. 🌱 Why it matters: 1. Green infrastructure is critical for achieving net-zero emissions. 2. It boosts economic […]
AI in healthcare: driving change, saving lives
According to Statista and AIPRM (2024), the global AI in healthcare market will reach $200 billion by 2030. From AI diagnostics to robotic surgeries, this innovation is revolutionizing patient outcomes and operational efficiency. 📌 Why it matters: 1. AI reduces diagnostic errors by up to 40%, saving lives. 2. Enhances patient care by enabling early detection and personalized treatments. […]
AI and clean energy sectors lead the US VC funding outlook for 2025
The 2025 US Venture Capital Outlook from PitchBook paints a fascinating picture of resilience and focus in a dynamic market. As I read through the report, it became clear that AI and clean energy are the sectors to watch, driving innovation and attracting significant capital. Here’s what’s shaping the VC trends across these 2 transformative industries: AI and Clean Energy. […]
World Economic Forum 2025: collaboration for the intelligent age
As I look ahead to World Economic Forum’s annual meeting at Davos in January 20-24, 2025, I’m struck by the urgency and relevance of this year’s theme: “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.” It resonates deeply with me because we’re not just navigating change—we’re living it. The challenges we face today demand collaboration like never before, and […]
Global innovation index 2024: unlocking the promise of social entrepreneurship
Reading the Global Innovation Index 2024, I was inspired by its powerful theme: “Unlocking the Promise of Social Entrepreneurship.” It’s a call to action, reminding us that innovation isn’t just about technology or profits—it’s about solving real-world problems and creating value for society. Here are the 5 sectors where I see social entrepreneurship driving the most impact: […]
Climate-related threats dominate the top 10 risks that our world faces
The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report highlights how interconnected global challenges—climate change, biodiversity loss, energy transitions, and supply chain vulnerabilities—are accelerating in urgency. These risks not only threaten ecosystems but also destabilize economies and global financial systems. 🌱 Climate fintech isn’t just reacting to risks—it’s enabling solutions that turn challenges into opportunities. By integrating technology […]
Risk governance & climate fintech: sustainable steps toward resilience
The World Economic Forum’s New Nature Economy Report reveals that sectors like forestry, fisheries, and agriculture face the highest dependencies on nature, yet governance frameworks remain fragmented. For climate fintech, this presents a transformative opportunity to integrate technology and finance to address these systemic risks. Integrating transparency, accountability, and governance is critical to safeguarding natural capital […]
Nature-dependent economies: why climate fintech must lead the charge
More than half of global GDP—around $44 trillion—is dependent on nature and its services. Yet, as highlighted in the CDP Europe Report – financial institutions have been slow to address the growing risks associated with nature loss. The World Economic Forum’s New Nature Economy Report calls this oversight a “systemic risk” to both economies and businesses – a […]
Net zero transition: the future of finance meets climate action
2023 saw record-breaking momentum in sustainable finance, with $670B+ in green bonds issued globally. Yet, as highlighted in McKinsey & Company’s latest report, we face a $3.5T to $9.2T annual investment gap to achieve net-zero goals by 2050. The challenge isn’t just financial—it’s multidimensional. A successful net-zero transition requires balancing four interdependent objectives: 1️⃣ Cutting emissions, […]
