Getting to Net-Zero

Covid-19 has created an inflection point for enterprises. What factors help businesses navigate periods of accelerated change and move toward innovation and growth?

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Weekly Digest   Issue #29         Getting to Net-Zero   Most companies are focused on hitting net-zero emissions in the near future but significant challenges still need to be overcome to fulfil their net-zero commitments. The Economist Intelligence Unit has identified the ten most pressing pain points for businesses and outlined the key actions required for net-zero plans to be successful.   LEARN MORE →

Sustainability Fixing Food 2021: An opportunity for G20 countries to lead the way   Which countries are setting clear targets to address food loss and waste? Explore the findings of our latest Food Sustainability Index to find out how G20 food systems are performing across three pillars.   READ MORE → Healthcare Health literacy around the world: policy approaches to wellbeing through knowledge and empowerment   Explore the important role of health literacy in helping people improve their health and wellbeing.   EXPLORE NOW → OPINION Which covid-19 digital health workarounds should translate into permanent service provision? Covid-19 has led to many health services increasing their digital delivery. Explore the EIU's analysis of digital health trends and their potential to address both present and future healthcare challenges. READ BLOG → Elly Vaughan, associate, The Economist Intelligence Unit       FROM THE ECONOMIST       Carbon border taxes are defensible but bring great risks   The EU's proposal may set off another trade war           America, China and the race to the Moon   Half a century on, the race back to the Moon looks markedly different from the first             UPCOMING EVENTS       By 2030, energy demand in Asia-Pacific is projected to almost double. Only a fast, widespread energy transition will keep global warming in check while meeting Asia's energy need. What will a global energy transition look like, and how will changes in the system impact Asia? Join policymakers, energy experts, business leaders, academics and scientists for the Future of Energy Week between October 4th-7th for a week of discussion and debate. Register free             - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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