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Tech startups in agriculture, education, environment, and health have high potential for social impact but need a supportive ecosystem to thrive.
Unlock clean energy's potential with renewables, carbon capture, energy storage, sustainable hydrogen, and smart grids.
One of the strategies being used to transition to digital banking is to expand the customer base beyond people who use traditional banks.
Developing regional value chains will promote trade and unlock the region’s unrealized economy.
Innovative and sustained support for Grameen-style lending expanded financial services for underserved groups, including women.
In Indonesia, the rural poor gave cash and in-kind contributions to improve and maintain water supply and services.
A startup offers a closed-loop solution for the large volumes of plastic waste generated by the construction and buildings sector.
Youth-focused programs and digital tools are creating accessible, effective pathways to mental well-being.
Child-led research in Nepal reveals rising online risks, urging stronger protection, mental health support, and child-friendly digital policies.
Within a week of installing environmental nudges, handwashing with soap among students rose to 61% from 15%.