Reading Time: 3 minutesDespite challenges, evidence suggests that migrants are creating new opportunities and driving prosperity for Australia’s future… But how?
Category: Regions
Financing our future: How subnational governments can mobilise the resources to deliver on the SDGs
Reading Time: 4 minutesLocal governments are struggling to secure resources to deliver on the SDGs. But there are ways to improve fiscal capacity and financing, including partnerships with the private sector.
AI: Mirage or miracle for service delivery in shrinking regions?
Reading Time: 3 minutesNearly 40% of remote OECD regions are shrinking due to aging populations and migration to cities. AI offers potential solutions, including improved healthcare delivery, education, and personalised services, but requires support and governance to mitigate risks.
From Trash to Treasure: how to generate value from our waste?
Reading Time: 3 minutesOnly 9% of plastic waste is recycled in OECD countries. Transitioning to a circular economy could yield significant environmental and economic benefits, but bold policy action is needed to drive this change.
The transformation of architecture in the era of climate change
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe architectural profession is undergoing a profound transformation in response to climate change, with a focus on sustainability and resilience. This shift requires strategic planning, innovative design, stringent quality control, and post-construction management.
Jeans in France: A tailored approach for SMEs and local communities
Reading Time: 3 minutesThomas Huriez, founder of 1083 jeans, has pioneered the concept of “perma-industry,” promoting a production model that aligns with local ecosystems and emphasizes positive social and environmental impacts.
Land-Use Policies: Local Solutions for Global Challenges
Reading Time: 4 minutesWhat role can land use policies play in addressing global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and demographic shifts?
Business Statistics as Usual Will No Longer Suffice
Reading Time: 6 minutesOECD experts Rudiger Ahrend, Sandrine Kergroach, and Annabelle Mourougane look at how business statistics play a critical role in driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and addressing climate challenges.