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Circular economy: an opportunity for the new normal in Granada, Spain

19 May 2021 Ander Eizaguirre

The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the need to rethink urban policies in a greener and more inclusive way, while improving environmental quality, fostering economic growth and job creation. The circular economy can play an important role for Granada in Spain.

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Navigating the Crisis: Think small first to build back better

03 May 2021 Lamia Kamal-Chaoui

A year ago, entrepreneurs and small business owners found themselves in unchartered waters. Faced with unprecedented restrictions on their activity, the pandemic forced many to close their businesses and turn to governments for support for the first time. Early hopes of a swift recovery after lockdowns were lifted quickly proved to be a false dawn when the pandemic returned in second and third waves. Some small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and entrepreneurs were able to adapt and seize new opportunities…

Supporting SMEs to embrace Corporate Purpose and ‘build-back-better’

23 April 2021 Faith Goodman and Lamia Kamal-Chaoui

Against the backdrop of a global pandemic, many companies are seeking to redefine themselves around both ESG and Corporate Social Purpose. They are taking on a new role as a positive, proactive force in tackling societal challenges, leading the drive to net zero and championing sustainability.

Pressing the digital accelerator: Small firms racing to upgrade

12 April 2021 Hon. Stuart Nash

As communities around the world once again retreat into confinement, for many it will no doubt feel like heading in reverse. However, if you peek beneath the bonnet – as the latest OECD report does – we can find much is changing. While the virus rages outside, our economic engine is being remade: with digital drive.

Entrepreneurship in Times of COVID-19

25 March 2021 Lamia Kamal-Chaoui, Hon. Stuart Nash and Constantijn van Oranje

Entrepreneurs have been hit hard by the crisis. Surveys show that since the start of the pandemic, globally, 70-80% of SMEs experienced a serious drop in revenues/sales, and over 40% stopped operations altogether in the first wave of the crisis.

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How can cities get transport and cycling right to ensure a sustainable COVID-19 recovery?

25 March 2021 Oscar Huerta Melchor

COVID-19 stigmatised public transport as unable to preserve physical distancing and therefore health. Although some studies suggest the probability of becoming infected while using public transport is lower than in other closed spaces, many people are still staying away from buses, trains and subways.

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