Dragonfly Editorial

Bain • February 14 2024

Four Steps to LEAD on Sustainability

According to new research from Bain & Company, nearly 70% of organizations in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) say they have bold sustainability ambitions with clear targets, but only 3% are on track to achieve their sustainability goals.

Arup • January 24 2024

Social Equity Toolkit - Arup

Cities across the globe struggle to grow and change while still maintaining affordable housing and lifestyles, particularly within the context of transit-oriented development.

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Arup • December 20 2023

Using data to tackle transport equity

Arup’s Equity Explorer provides a transparent and flexible way to investigate transportation equity in any region or jurisdiction within the United States. It uses publicly available data to identify vulnerable and historically underserved geographies.

Bain • December 1 2023

Last Call for Net Zero: Seizing the Opportunity Behind the Challenge in Türkiye

Global leaders are set to gather at the COP28 climate talks in the United Arab Emirates amid growing concerns for the planet. The average temperature of the Earth has risen 1.1 degrees Celsius since 1880, with two-thirds of the warming happening since 1975.

Bain • October 26 2023

Italy Is Falling Short of a 1.5 Degree World

The spotlight on nations’ commitments and progress towards the Paris Agreement goals has intensified ahead of the 2023 United Nations (UN) Climate Change Conference (COP28). This report examines Italy’s position in the global climate transition landscape, delving into the dual challenges and focal points of COP28: decarbonization and climate adaptation.

Bain • June 6 2023

How Decarbonization and Energy Transition Can Create Value for the Middle East and North Africa’s Energy Sector

Technology-based decarbonization solutions are expected to be a crucial part of decarbonization in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) because of the region’s climate and natural resources. However, there are crucial differences between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and non-GCC countries in the MENA region that result in different priorities in the energy transition journey.

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Bain • March 7 2023

China Needs More Women in Executive Leadership

Gender equity at the executive level is a global issue, but it’s more pronounced—and more perplexing—in China. Chinese women are promoted to the executive level less often than Chinese men and less often than women in other countries.

Weaver • January 31 2023

GHG Emissions Scope 1: Direct Company Emissions

Is Your Business Ready to Measure and Report Its Greenhouse Gas Emissions?

Whether your company is just beginning to consider the benefits of getting involved in green energy segments or you’re a current player seeking to expand your markets, it will be important to have an understanding of the role of greenhouse gas emissions.

Bain • November 14 2022

The Middle East Is Gearing Up to Combat Climate Change

No region will evade the consequences of a warming planet, but the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is among the most vulnerable to its effects.

Bain • October 21 2022

How Brands Can Embrace the Sustainable Fashion Opportunity

Unless the fashion industry makes a statement, the environmental impact of fashion is likely to increase. To curb emissions and achieve environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets, fashion forward must take on new meaning.

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Bain • July 19 2022

Take It from the Top: Accelerating Women’s Representation in Executive Leadership

The year 2022 represents a watershed moment for women in Australia. We have seen positive commitments to achieving gender-balanced leadership across government, the private sector, and the community sector. A gender-balanced Federal Cabinet was appointed, and the Australian Parliament is now more representative of the country. The new Federal Government has committed to reforming childcare and has linked the Women’s portfolio with Finance, led by Senator Katy Gallagher, the Minister for Finance