UNECE joins United Nations’ global call-to-action to accelerate social progress through AI-powered virtual worlds

Press Release – 13 June 2025 – UNECE joined forces with 17 other UN entities during the 2nd UN Virtual Worlds Day to urge governments, civil society, academia, and the private sector to harness the transformative potential of AI-powered virtual worlds to drive development that works for all. The call-to-action outlines 12 priorities—from expanding connectivity to promoting responsible use of emerging technologies—in order to ensure … Continue reading UNECE joins United Nations’ global call-to-action to accelerate social progress through AI-powered virtual worlds

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Europe

Hamburg Declaration on Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Hamburg, 2 June 2025 — At the Hamburg Sustainability Conference (HSC), global leaders from the public sector, business, science, and civil society have jointly endorsed the Hamburg Declaration on Responsible AI for the Sustainable Development Goals. The landmark initiative – the first global declaration focused specifically on AI in international development – outlines shared principles and commitments to promote the equitable, inclusive, and sustainable development and … Continue reading Hamburg Declaration on Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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Africa, United States

Zindi CEO Roots for ‘AI for All’ at New York Summit

NEW YORK, USA – Zindi Co-founder and CEO Celina Lee on May 7 called for greater efforts to democratize artificial intelligence as she addressed a high-level panel at the United Nations Headquarters during the 10th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals (STI Forum). Speaking during the “AI Solutions and Breakthroughs” session, Lee joined global thought leaders in championing the … Continue reading Zindi CEO Roots for ‘AI for All’ at New York Summit

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Middle East

Abu Dhabi $200 Billion Strategic Engine: Powering the Future of Global Investment and Innovation

Once viewed primarily as an oil-rich capital, Abu Dhabi has rapidly transformed into one of the world’s most forward-thinking investment hubs. At the core of this evolution lies a $200 billion strategic engine – an interconnected network of sovereign wealth funds, industrial diversification, global partnerships, and technology-driven innovation. This ecosystem is not only redefining the Emirate’s economic future but is also influencing how the world … Continue reading Abu Dhabi $200 Billion Strategic Engine: Powering the Future of Global Investment and Innovation

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BASF and Mingyang have come together in a Memorandum of Understanding to drive innovation and create advanced materials and technical solutions that cater to the sustainable needs of diverse industries.

Europe

BASF and Mingyang join forces towards sustainable innovation

Shanghai, China – April 18, 2025 – BASF and Mingyang have come together in a Memorandum of Understanding to drive innovation and create advanced materials and technical solutions that cater to the sustainable needs of diverse industries. This partnership aims to focus on innovative Power-to-X materials and technologies, enhancing cooperation in technology and business sectors. BASF will provide its strong R&D expertise in catalytic materials … Continue reading BASF and Mingyang join forces towards sustainable innovation

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Europe

EEA launches ‘Our environment : Our future’ campaign

Do you have a story to share about how you made a positive difference, improving our environment and helping to build a more sustainable future? Then why not submit it and take part in the European Environment Agency’s (EEA) ‘Our environment : Our future’ outreach campaign? Tell us about Europe’s environment through your actions and in your own words. Press release – 07 Apr 2025 … Continue reading EEA launches ‘Our environment : Our future’ campaign

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Europe

UpLink Annual Impact Report

Download PDF The UpLink Annual Impact Report showcases how building ecosystems that enable purpose-driven entrepreneurs to scale their early-stage ventures can shape a sustainable, equitable and thriving global economy. It highlights key impact areas, explores the success of UpLink’s community of over 500 Top Innovators and provides insights into how emerging start-ups can drive large-scale change. The UpLink Annual Impact Report showcases how building ecosystems that enable purpose-driven entrepreneurs … Continue reading UpLink Annual Impact Report

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Europe

BASF Coatings and NIO agree on strategic partnership for automotive coatings

BASF Coatings, a leading global supplier of innovative coatings solutions, and NIO, a pioneer in the global smart electric vehicle market, have announced the signing of a Letter of Intent (LoI) aimed at establishing a strategic partnership to enhance cooperation in the automotive coatings sector. This collaboration marks a significant step towards achieving a long-term and mutually beneficial relationship, focusing on automotive exterior coatings for … Continue reading BASF Coatings and NIO agree on strategic partnership for automotive coatings

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The Global Impact of Delphos International on Sustainable Development

Delphos International has been a driving force in international development for nearly four decades, facilitating capital flows to high-impact projects across emerging markets. The firm has played a key role in supporting infrastructure, financial inclusion, agriculture, and renewable energy financing through innovative financial structuring and strategic partnerships. And by continuing to unlock access to global funding sources, Delphos is directly and indirectly shaping the economic … Continue reading The Global Impact of Delphos International on Sustainable Development

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