Economist Impact

Over 12,000 lives were lost and US$200bn in damages incurred in 2023 due to #ClimateChange. UN Climate Change High-Level Climate Champions, COP28 Razan Al Mubarak and Dr. Johan Rockström of the PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research stress that to prevent further loss, we must halve emissions within five years and limit warming to 1.5°C. https://lnkd.in/gsDcMYK4 #COP29

What does #climatechange mean for our food system's future? Jason Buechel, Chief Executive of Whole Foods Market, highlights that agriculture could curb—and even reverse—GHG emissions through technology, alternative energy, improved livestock management, and climate-smart practices like organic and regenerative farming, paving the way for a sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/gk8TsNhJ #COP29

As AI adoption grows, the question for investors is: How will the industry evolve? Will AI technology developers continue delivering most of the value, or will businesses using AI see greater returns? https://lnkd.in/gkQysgFt Supported by ADQ

Economist Impact's new research—covering 118 countries—quantifies the staggering human and economic costs of inadequate school sanitation globally. The “Toilet Loss” initiative uses crucial World Health Organization/UNICEF data to uncover useful insights that can help drive prioritisation and more investment in school toilets. http://econimpact.co/GI Supported by Unilever

In this week's newsletter, we talk about the rapid growth of urban populations—currently at 56% of the world’s total and expected to reach two-thirds by 2050. While cities drive over 80% of global GDP, many remain unprepared for the economic impacts of climate change. At the UN’s 12th World Urban Forum in Cairo, we launched Urban Futures, an initiative offering data, insights, and analysis on creating urban spaces that support both people and the planet. #ResilientCities

Earlier today, Pratima S. Principal, Policy & Insights, Economist Impact announced the launch of our latest initiative, Urban Futures, at The World Urban Forum. Urban Futures represents our commitment to future-proofing urban spaces. It equips influential audiences with research, data, and insights to help create inclusive, resilient, and sustainable cities. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gczsXAXr #resilientcities

Metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease is underdiagnosed and misunderstood. Collaborative efforts from policymakers can improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, reducing significant health and economic impacts. Learn more: http://econimpact.co/Gu #liverdisease Supported by Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal)

How can vaccines be sustainably developed, procured, and delivered? Our report acknowledges the vital public health role of vaccines while examining their intersection with sustainability. https://lnkd.in/eEYQNP57 Supported by Sanofi

Hurricane Beryl, formed from a tropical wave off the African coast on June 25th, became the earliest recorded category-five hurricane. Despite the headlines, Beryl wasn’t unusual. Learn why. https://lnkd.in/ecbUq7xQ

In this week’s newsletter, we explore how demographic shifts—declining birth rates and rising life expectancy—are driving up the old-age dependency ratio. This trend is placing pressure on individuals, economies, and public services, while underscoring the urgent need for effective management of chronic illnesses.