Arthur D. Little’s Post

How can sustainable SME growth be accelerated in Southeast Asia (SEA) in an uncertain business environment? The environment for SMEs in SEA and across the world has changed significantly, and increased uncertainty and disruption seems likely to be here to stay in the face of demographic change, geopolitical instability, climate change, and technological innovation. Governments concerned about sustainable economic growth and human capital development need to ensure that SMEs are provided with the right type of support. This means more than just traditional small-company support schemes. We discuss here: https://lnkd.in/gTAPFyQ7 #sustainability #SMEs #economy

Learn more about the second priority of #APECPeru2024 which looks at empowering the most vulnerable through pursuing inclusive economic growth as well as innovation and digitalization to support the transition to the formal and global economy. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gw9m95aG

Explore Our Latest Report: Unveiling the economic strength of First Nations with $504M spent on materials and supplies. Learn how 'Buying Indigenous' can mitigate economic leakage and drive sustainable growth. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/gG_vTzN9 #IndigenousEconomy #SustainableDevelopment #EconomicLeakage

Accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy, one transaction at a time... DC L'Afrique, your partner with expert solutions!! #climatefinance  #sustainabledevelopment #climatesolution #dclafrique

The importance of resource mobilization for a greener economy, through fresh and innovative direct taxes provisions along with regulation and management of carbon credits at a domestic and global level is extremely critical particularly for emerging economies like India. Initiatives by many nations need to be emulated and global practices need to reform with synergy, in the immediate future. A snapshot of issues and initiatives have been attempted in this article. There is an ocean of issues and possibilities, but the direction to acheive sustainable greener technologies and practices are non negotiable for humanity.

🌏 The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (#APEC) is evaluating #publicinvestment in #sustainability as one of the priority issues in the meetings prior to the Leaders' Summit. Sustainability is a crucial aspect in the #development of #publicpolicies to ensure #economicstability and combat the negative effects of #climatechange. 📊During these meetings, the importance of mobilizing resources from both the public and private sectors to address the challenges related to climate change is highlighted. ♻️This is the first time that Finance Ministers of APEC member economies consider public investment in sustainability as a priority. This approach represents a significant step forward, as historically there have been difficulties in attracting resources to address sustainability issues. The willingness of public sector ministries to address this issue demonstrates a renewed commitment to sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region. 💡In addition, APEC provides a valuable space for interaction among member economies, promoting regional economic #integration and #competitiveness. #trade #publicsector #apec2024 #sustainablebusiness #asiapacific

In the 2023 Global Business Climate Survey by Business Sweden 86% of respondents found India's business climate favourable, up by ~20% from 2022, making it a top investment choice for Swedish businesses. #InvestInIndia #InvestIndia #Sweden #IndiaAndTheWorld #IndiaSwedenRelations #SwedenIndia #BusinessSweden #IndiaSweden Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India Jan Thesleff

📣 Calling all social economy SMEs and intermediary organizations in energy-intensive sectors! 📣 SEE BRIDGE, coordinated by IMMIB - Istanbul Minerals and Metals Exporters Association and funded by the EU's Single Market Program, aims to empower social economy SMEs and entrepreneurs to innovate and scale up their green efforts in alignment with the EU Green Deal. 🌱💡 How? Through international and sectoral cooperation, online surveys, and tailored consulting programs, we're identifying the exact needs of SE SMEs and intermediaries. ➡️ If you're an SE SME in an energy-intensive industry, fill out our survey here: https://lnkd.in/dDvfBEeA ➡️ If you're an intermediary organization in the same sector, share your insights here: https://lnkd.in/dp7VFRaU Your input will directly shape our capacity-building efforts and pave the way for a more sustainable future. 🌟 Hurry! Your responses are invaluable and will be accepted until the end of the week. Let's work together towards a climate-neutral economy! 🌐💚 #SEEbridge #EUGreenDeal #Sustainability #ClimateAction #SocialEconomy #GreenTransformation

How to build a better economy for people and the planet: Prioritise decent work and wages Promote sustainable production & consumption Empower local entrepreneurs & SMEs Decouple growth from environmental harm Ensure inclusive, equitable opportunities #Goal8 #sdgs

8. The economic transformation is affordable The investment needed to build a more resilient civilization is likely to be small: in the order of 2-4% of global income per year for sustainable energy security and food security. Costs will be highest during the first decades after implementation starts, and then decline.