Women are less engaged in trade: Why, and what to do about it
International trade is a major driver of economic growth, with exporting firms earning greater profits, paying higher wages, and growing faster than non-exporting firms. But
The fast, the slow, and the congested: Urban transportation in rich and poor countries
Urban transportation is a major policy concern in every large city worldwide, but we know little about what determines urban traffic speed. This column provides
The struggle to cut emissions from international aviation and shipping
In combination, international aviation and shipping contribute about 3 percent of greenhouse gases put into the atmosphere each year. Emissions in 2022 from international aviation
Decoding urban flood risk and democratizing risk assessment
Urban areas are increasingly prone to flooding due to climate change, rising urbanization, and inadequate stormwater management. A recent paper estimated that 1.81 billion people, or 23% of
How to scale up renewable energy investments
Dependence on fossil fuels in many countries leads to a vicious cycle of increasing costs, higher energy prices for consumers, more pollution that impacts people’s
A Tragedy Is Unfolding in the Poorest Countries
The world’s 28 poorest countries are facing growing social, economic, and political distress, owing to rising debt burdens, diminishing development prospects, and chronic underinvestment. The
Promoting Peacebuilding and Development in Northern Mozambique: A Story of Hope
Trust is a crucial element for peacebuilding, recovery, and development, especially in fragile contexts like Northern Mozambique. In the wake of the trauma induced by
Empowered communities in biodiversity preservation through citizen engagement
In today’s rapidly changing world, citizen engagement has emerged as a crucial element in development projects. By empowering citizens and involving them in decision-making processes, development
Decoding urban flood risk and democratizing risk assessment
Urban areas are increasingly prone to flooding due to climate change, rising urbanization, and inadequate stormwater management. A recent paper estimated that 1.81 billion people, or 23% of
What is the path to a promising future for Guatemala?
With more than 50 percent of its population living in hardship, Guatemala has one of the highest poverty rates in Latin America and the Caribbean. This
