Smartpur, Nokia’s flagship CSR initiative, exemplifies innovative technological approaches to sustainable development, aligning with the goals recognized by the WSIS Prizes. Partnering with Save

Smartpur, Nokia’s flagship CSR initiative, exemplifies innovative technological approaches to sustainable development, aligning with the goals recognized by the WSIS Prizes. Partnering with Save the Children India and Digital Empowerment Foundation, Smartpur establishes digital village ecosystems in remote Indian communities.

The project empowers local entrepreneurs to provide essential services—spanning livelihood, health, education, financial inclusion, and governance—via Smartpur centers. Beneficiaries access digital tools for training, telemedicine, banking, and government schemes. Launched in 2017, Smartpur has expanded from 10 to 350 centers across 10 states, reaching over one million beneficiaries with significant social impact. Learn more at smartpur.in/the-project/.

The WSIS Prizes, announced May 28, 2024, in Geneva, recognized innovative technological approaches from 18 countries supporting sustainable development. ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin

The WSIS Prizes, announced May 28, 2024, in Geneva, recognized innovative technological approaches from 18 countries supporting sustainable development. ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin highlighted these solutions as vital for advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and bridging the digital divide.

Digitalization is crucial for the cultural heritage sector to engage citizens, yet traditional education often lacks inclusive, learner-centric approaches vital for accessibility and achieving SDGs. The Erasmus+ "Young ArcHers" project addresses this by empowering educators to create inclusive, accessible digital storytelling using cultural heritage. It helps diverse students discover and protect local heritage through technology. Learn more at youngarchers.eu.

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative technological approaches to support sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024. Among the projects honored was the "University Diploma on

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative technological approaches to support sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024. Among the projects honored was the "University Diploma on Internet Governance and Regulations."

This free, six-month program is offered by the South School on Internet Governance (SSIG) in partnership with universities in Argentina and Brazil. It provides comprehensive training through online pre-training, a hybrid intensive course, and virtual research. All materials and activities are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and the program can be completed entirely virtually, with an optional hybrid phase for face-to-face interaction.

Since its inception in 2022, 70 fellows from over a dozen countries have successfully completed the diploma. Learn more: https://gobernanzainternet.org/

Addressing the climate crisis demands bipartisan political action for sustainable policies. While agreement on the crisis grows, concerns about economic impact remain. Policies requiring companies

Addressing the climate crisis demands bipartisan political action for sustainable policies. While agreement on the crisis grows, concerns about economic impact remain. Policies requiring companies to pay for greenhouse gas emissions could prompt immediate change.

Daniel C. Esty, a Yale Professor and former head of Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, champions innovative solutions. He edited "A Better Planet: 40 Big Ideas for a Sustainable Future," available here.

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Global political expert Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group, identifies "Rogue Russia" as the biggest risk of 2023. In a world facing complex challenges like wars, water shortages, and

Global political expert Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group, identifies "Rogue Russia" as the biggest risk of 2023. In a world facing complex challenges like wars, water shortages, and inflation, Eurasia Group provides essential analysis. For 25 years, their political science expertise has helped investors and decision-makers understand how global politics impact risks and opportunities.

Explore Eurasia Group's full 2023 Top Risks report and watch the complete interview with Ian Bremmer. You can also subscribe to Big Think on YouTube and read the video transcript for more insights.

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative technological approaches for sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative technological approaches for sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top honors for bridging the digital divide and driving socio-economic progress.

Highlighting such innovation, Northern Mindanao's Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) established the Regional Disaster Network (RDN) in 2022. RDN ensures critical communication during disasters by leveraging robust VHF/HF radio technology.

Unlike fragile modern networks, VHF/HF radios operate independently, offering unparalleled reach to remote areas. This resilience facilitated rapid information exchange during incidents like the Malitbog landslide, saving lives and empowering communities for better preparedness.

Our bodies are naturally wired to conserve energy, a trait inherited from ancestors who faced food scarcity. Even today, we expend about 1,400 calories daily just to stay alive, leading us to

Our bodies are naturally wired to conserve energy, a trait inherited from ancestors who faced food scarcity. Even today, we expend about 1,400 calories daily just to stay alive, leading us to instinctively avoid unnecessary physical activity despite readily available energy sources. This perspective, distinguishing between athletic performance and true health, is explored by Daniel Lieberman, a Harvard professor of Human Evolutionary Biology.

Learn more from Daniel Lieberman on Big Think's YouTube channel, including his insights on exercise myths: Harvard professor debunks the biggest exercise myths. Read the full video transcript here.

The "Partnerships for inclusive and sustainable digital development" Roundtable (SDGs 9 & 17) will be held hybrid on March 29, 2023 (15:00-18:00 CET) in Geneva and online. ITU and WMO co-organize

The "Partnerships for inclusive and sustainable digital development" Roundtable (SDGs 9 & 17) will be held hybrid on March 29, 2023 (15:00-18:00 CET) in Geneva and online. ITU and WMO co-organize it, supported by UNEP, UNIDO, UN Women.

This event addresses the critical link between green and digital transitions for the 2030 Agenda, aligning with UN Secretary-General António Guterres's call for digital cooperation and planet protection. It will offer policy recommendations for inclusive, green digital transformation, tackling connectivity barriers, and highlighting robust digital infrastructure for climate action. SDG 9 and 17 progress will be reviewed, emphasizing systemic development and ICT-environment collaboration.

Presenters: Kornelia Radics, Jaroslaw Ponder, Filipe Lucio.

The "Global Voices for Climate Justice in a Time of Uncertainty" panel was held on June 24th, 2025, as part of the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond.

The "Global Voices for Climate Justice in a Time of Uncertainty" panel was held on June 24th, 2025, as part of the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond. Hosted by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, the assembly served as a crucial platform for climate action.

The panel featured distinguished leaders such as Mary Robinson, Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, and Christiana Figueres. The broader assembly convened over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 unique panels, participants presented diverse visions and strategies to accelerate a transformative path towards a healthy and just world.

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative tech supporting sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top honours for

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative tech supporting sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top honours for bridging the digital divide and fostering digital inclusion, showcasing innovation vital for advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals, as noted by ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin.

A notable winner was the Center for Digitization and Documentation of Heritage and Arts in Setif (CDDHA). This project develops a digital platform and app to preserve Setif's cultural heritage in the metaverse. It documents and digitizes heritage in 2D/3D, secures virtual ownership via NFTs, and enhances protection, awareness, and community participation.

Learn more: https://dats.dz/CDDHAS