How can we control locust swarms? | World Economic Forum
Nov 11, 2015 · Considerable resources are allocated to early warning and preventative control strategies. Locust monitoring stations collect data on weather, ecological conditions and locust …
How can technology help the locust swarms in Eastern Africa?
Feb 12, 2020 · This caused heavy downpours along the Arabian peninsula, creating ideal conditions for locust breeding in the deserts of Oman, Yemen and Saudi Arabia. Researchers are increasingly …
Millions in Africa face starvation as huge locust swarms descend ...
Jun 26, 2020 · The most serious desert locust outbreak in 70 years could leave nearly 5 million people in East Africa facing starvation, according to the International Rescue Committee (IRC). It comes as …
3 ways China is using drones to fight coronavirus
Mar 16, 2020 · Learn how coronavirus pushed public health authorities and drone companies to develop new ways to keep people safe.
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What effect to insects and pests have on crop production? | World ...
Jun 8, 2021 · Up to 40% of global crop production is lost to plant pests and diseases, says the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization. Each year, plant diseases cost the global economy more than …
In charts: 7 global shifts defining 2025 so far | World Economic Forum
Aug 5, 2025 · 2025 has been marked by significant global shifts, including increased geopolitical instability, the accelerating impact of AI and a changing labour market.
The building sector is key to the fight against climate change
Jun 26, 2024 · The building sector value chain is responsible for 37% of total carbon emissions. We cannot ignore it as we seek to counter climate change and cut emissions.
What impact will climate change have on insects? | World Economic …
Sep 2, 2021 · An expert explores the impact of a changing climate - from temperatures to precipitation - on insects, their diets and the potentials consequences for us.
World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026
The Annual Meeting 2026 of the World Economic Forum will take place at Davos-Klosters from 19th to 23rd January.