Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) have a tremendous collective footprint on the environment and aspire to become more resource-efficient. Yet, they have been struggling to make structural changes that can substantially impact the environment. The current energy crisis and the spectrum of the economic recession could halt new investments in resource efficiency and undermine the European SME strategy for a sustainable and digital Europe. Policymakers must navigate the crisis and keep boosting long-term investments in resource efficiency, eliminating barriers, and facilitating access to environmental expertise.
The first European Barometer on Poverty and Precariousness conducted for French Secours Populaire shows a very difficult social situation on a continental scale
Germany finishes in first place again, while Japan overtakes Canada for second place — its best performance since 2018, when it also ranked second. Japan sees strong reputational rankings on the Exports, Tourism, and Culture indices. The United Kingdom’s ranking drops again in 2022, moving from fifth to sixth. Russia’s ranking falls to the bottom three nations.
Younger people are struggling the most with stress and emotional wellness, but they don’t see those struggles as ‘taboo’ and are openly talking about their challenges more than older generations.
AXA released the ninth edition of its Future Risks Report. This global survey measures and ranks the evolution of perceptions of emerging risks. It is based on responses from a panel of 4,500 risk experts from 58 countries and a representative sample of 20,000 people from 15 countries. This report is produced in partnership with Ipsos and the geopolitical analysis consultancy Eurasia Group.
In 5 infographics, we break down what Ipsos’ global polling reveals about the coronavirus crisis’ impact on everything from where we want to work to concern about mental health.
