THE POWER OF PEOPLE, PLACES & FIRMS
Reading Time: 3 minutes‘Going green’ is good for the business – and for the planet. But as policymakers focus on geopolitical risks, energy security, and the rise of AI, the transition to a low-carbon economy risks being sidelined, especially for smaller businesses. So, how can governments keep up the momentum?
Reading Time: 4 minutesChile, like much of the world, is undergoing a profound demographic shift, as birth rates plummet and life expectancy soars. In Maipú, Chile, local leaders emphasize the importance of city planning and governance tailored for older residents.
Reading Time: 3 minutesSMEs and entrepreneurs are at an important crossroads. Recent challenges like pandemic shutdowns, high inflation, and rising interest rates persist, keeping financing conditions tight. As uncertainty grows, businesses and governments must choose: halt investments at the risk of innovation and competitiveness or find new ways to access capital.
Reading Time: 4 minutesIntellectual Property (IP)- backed financing offers an opportunity for SMEs to find funding. This approach is still in its early days, and there are challenges to be overcome, however programs like WIPO’s IP Management Clinic can help SMEs navigate this space.
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.