Research this week examines the climate investment trap in Africa, where high capital costs threaten green electricity production despite massive projects like the Scatec solar system in Egypt. The collection also features an analysis of greenwashing as aspirational signalling from the European Corporate Governance Institute and a CFO guide from the TNFD for integrating nature-related risks. Additional updates cover the expansion of the UN Human Rights database concerning West Bank settlements and the performance of Uruguay’s sovereign sustainability-linked bonds.

This report examines how diverse capital providers collaborate to achieve systems change. It identifies catalytic capital as a pivotal tool for de-risking investments and mobilising private funds. Key findings highlight the necessity of trust, long-term partnerships, and shared metrics to overcome structural barriers and address the $4 trillion SDG financing gap.

This 2026 report establishes a strategic framework for climate resilience in arid regions. It examines technological solutions in water, agriculture, and energy, highlighting Israel's innovation ecosystem and Azerbaijan's renewable energy transition. The document advocates for integrated systems, cross-border cooperation, and robust governance to combat global desertification and land degradation.

This advocacy document calls for targeted investment in the One Health Joint Plan of Action. The Quadripartite collaboration proposes a Joint Offer to support at least ten countries over five years, strengthening governance, multisectoral coordination, and sustainable financing to prevent and control global health risks effectively.

The Israel Innovation Authority is an independent, statutory agency that serves as the strategic support and investment arm of the Israeli government. It focuses on cultivating the nation’s high-tech ecosystem through national programs, funding for startups, and strategic policy development.

C4IR Israel is a national hub established to adapt government regulation to emerging technologies and foster cross-sector collaborations. It operates as part of the World Economic Forum's global network to promote agile governance and innovation policy.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized United Nations agency dedicated to promoting global health, keeping the world safe, and serving the vulnerable. It coordinates international health responses, sets health standards, and supports countries in strengthening their health systems.