Economist Impact

In this week’s newsletter, find out how building resilience to climate change empowers communities and businesses to thrive.

Are you ready to lead the wave of innovation in the ocean economy? Apply now for the 2025 Ocean #Changemakers Challenge and become part of a global network driving the future of #sustainableocean industries. Winners receive mentorship and a platform at the 2025 World Ocean Summit. https://lnkd.in/gA2-qC_d Applications are now open—don’t miss your chance to apply!

In this week's newsletter, we reflect on a busy year at Economist Impact. We've published 40+ original research projects on sustainability, globalisation, and health, and launched three key initiatives: Food Imperative, Urban Futures, and Progress 2030, each addressing vital global challenges. Looking ahead, we are excited to deepen our impact and collaborate on innovative solutions for the world's most pressing issues.

Urban resilience isn’t a luxury; it’s survival. As cities face climate chaos and rising inequality, they must prioritise future-proofed infrastructure, equity, and decentralised growth. https://lnkd.in/gNktPcpw #ResilientCities

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 WHO/UNICEF data to uncover useful insights that can help drive prioritisation and more investment into school toilets. https://lnkd.in/gYPAyGui Supported by Unilever

Finance took centre stage at the UN climate talks, with urgent focus on maximising public funds and attracting private investment for developing countries. #COP29 marked the deadline to set a new target to replace the long-missed $100bn annual commitment, finally met in 2022. https://lnkd.in/gVXEcQMX

Insurers face unprecedented challenges, from climate change and geopolitical instability to shifting demographics and technological disruption. Our report outlines four scenarios for 2040, offering insights to navigate uncertainty and seize emerging opportunities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gCCVXuMV Supported by SAS

Almost 1bn people globally live with a mental health condition. Good mental health is key to individual well-being and strong economies. Mental health costs the global economy US$1tr annually, driven by lost productivity, and is projected to reach US$6tr by 2030. https://lnkd.in/gTY7s5-e

Safe wastewater treatment is key to health, growth, and environmental protection. Richard Damania, The World Bank Chief Economist, explores its economic and environmental impact and solutions like nature-based approaches. https://lnkd.in/gjczkrS7 An initiative of Economist Impact and The Nippon Foundation

How can vaccine development, procurement, and delivery become more sustainable? Our new report assesses major multilateral vaccine organisations' readiness to establish clear sustainability criteria and decarbonisation pathways in close collaboration with suppliers. https://lnkd.in/gT7SKwKe Supported by Sanofi