There are three core issues we can’t afford to ignore this year. First, globally we experienced the hottest February in recorded history, second is that more than half the world’s population is going to the polls this year, including the UK. Third, the World Economic Forum shared its Global Risks Report 2024 which warns of a global risks landscape in which it cites misinformation and disinformation as the biggest short-term risks, while extreme weather and …

COP28 paved the way for a consensus-built commitment to transition away from fossil fuels. However, the implementation and pathways for the transition will be complex and require responsible and equitable managem­ent. Philanthropy can help facilitate a transition to climate-compatible growth, including in many low-income countries that are dependent on fossil fuels. Achieving this transition requires a nuanced understanding of the diverse challenges across countries and communities. To support low-carbon climate solutions without hindering development, philanthropy …

The recent report on global happiness has delivered a sobering revelation: the United States, once a fixture in the top 20, now finds itself at 23rd place, with young adults under 30 ranking a disheartening 62nd worldwide. This stark contrast in happiness levels prompts a critical question: what factors underpin such divergence? The report identifies a myriad of well-being indicators contributing to this contrast, including income disparities, unequal access to education and healthcare, social exclusion, …

Impact investors have united to voice concerns about the European Union’s Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), saying the regulation doesn’t recognise the difference between positive impact investment and investments in sustainable practices. The SFDR was created to enhance transparency around sustainability-related investment claims, prevent greenwashing and to channel capital flows toward sustainable economic activities. But it needs more clarity, according to our survey of 21 impact fund managers. Late in 2023, along with the Global Steering …