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AI tends to be viewed in extremes. For some, it's the shining star of progress and abundance. For others, it’s a harbinger of chaos, environmental harm and cascading job loss. The reality lies somewhere in the middle.
While it's true that AI comes with environmental, financial and social costs, it's also true that it can help us solve some of today’s most pressing challenges — like how to effectively power grids with renewables or pinpoint emerging threats to nature in near-real time. WRI’s Global Data Lab Director Evan Tachovsky lays out how we can harness this new technology for the good of people and the planet, while minimizing AI’s potential perils. |
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Reduce, reuse, recycle: We all know the mantra, but how well do we follow it? And which countries are doing the best job? The Systems Change Lab broke down nine key trends that show the world’s progress toward a circular economy. |
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Climate action faces growing political headwinds in many countries. Yet cities like Buenos Aires, Argentina; Cape Town, South Africa; and Cleveland, Ohio are showing that progress doesn’t have to be top-down. |
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All eyes are on the UN General Assembly next week, with many countries expected to put forth new national climate plans and emissions targets. Collectively, these plans will reveal the world’s climate trajectory over the next decade. Here’s what to know. |
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The 2nd Africa Climate Summit concluded on Sept. 10 with a strong call for ambitious climate action and a roadmap for the continent’s development.
“Africa is not waiting for the world to act — it is leading. [The continent is] strengthening water and food security, protecting fragile ecosystems, and empowering communities — especially farmers, women and youth — to thrive in a changing climate." |
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| 👀 All eyes are on the countries yet to submit updated climate plans — especially the top emitters.
Countries are submitting updated nationally determined contributions (NDCs) for the first time since 2020. These commitments are key to driving progress toward a sustainable future. WRI explains further.
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Next week’s New York Climate Week will help set the tone for climate, nature and development action in the lead-up to key global summits later this year, including the UN climate summit (COP30). Tune into a WRI event or webinar to learn more about the key issues at stake.
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Released last week, Ani Dasgupta's new book highlights real climate solutions that are already transforming lives around the world — and explores how we can scale them to meet the urgency of today’s challenges. Proceeds from book sales will directly support WRI’s mission. |
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