The energy transition requires a lot of minerals and metals — which could impact our lakes

Jul 04, 2024 06:23 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Bringing about the energy transition is essential, but it will require developing a significant amount of minerals and green electricity, such as hydroelectricity. These activities often take place on Indigenous lands and...

Nuclear power has an advantage not reflected in the average price. It’s price stability, and for some users that matters

Jul 04, 2024 06:22 am UTC| Economy Business

Much of the debate about nuclear power in the month since the Coalition announced its plan to install reactors in seven states has been about cost. But some things matter more to electricity users than the average price...

Busan Designated as Special Financial Opportunity Zone, Heralding a New Financial Ecosystem

Jul 04, 2024 03:38 am UTC| Business Digital Currency Economy

Busans Munhyeon Financial District and the second phase of the North Port redevelopment area have been designated as a Financial Opportunity Advancement Zone. Companies relocating to this special zone will receive...

The IMF is failing countries like Kenya: why, and what can be done about it

Jul 03, 2024 14:18 pm UTC| Insights & Views Economy

The recent Kenyan protests are a warning that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is failing. The public does not think it is helping its member countries manage their economic and financial problems, which are being...

Russia has become so economically isolated that China could order the end of war in Ukraine

Jul 02, 2024 14:38 pm UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Western leaders are becoming increasingly frustrated by Chinas role in enabling the war in Ukraine. Some have even openly threatened to sanction the country if it continues to provide Russia with the materials it needs to...

South Africa’s political monopoly has been broken: could it help the economy?

Jun 28, 2024 07:53 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

Over the last decade or so there has been something of a revolution in economics. The long held belief that unfettered markets deliver good outcomes for all is now overwhelmingly discredited. Some of the most prominent...

Sell-offs and tax cuts stripped the UK of vital assets. A national wealth fund could turn the tide

Jun 28, 2024 07:51 am UTC| Economy

One of Labours most radical manifesto pledges is the plan to create a national wealth fund. To help drive the green transition and create 600,000 green jobs, the fund aims to raise 3 of private investment for every 1 of...