The amazing Spider‑Man once said, “This gift is my curse.” Taking away the superpowers and villains, this quote can be applied to trade. Trade brings economic growth opportunities that some see as a gift, but it also brings environmental degradation that others call a curse. This curse is distributed unevenly across development stages, creating gaps… Read more »
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Unveiling the Impact: Chinese and Canadian Mining in the DRC
Throughout the world, there is growing pressure to lower global carbon emissions and implement cleaner energy systems. While the development and implementation of solar panels, wind turbines, electric vehicles and more is encouraged by various stakeholder groups as a key piece to addressing environmental concerns, supplying the necessary mineral inputs to build these technologies is… Read more »
Developing Off a Cliff? How the Structure of Official Development Assistance Affects Economic Development
Official Development Assistance (ODA) delivers economic aid to developing countries worldwide, amounting to over $204 billion in 2022. These funds are delivered in several forms, including concessional loans and debt relief, and hold significant importance in global poverty alleviation, aid during national crises, and, more recently, sustainable development. Official Development Assistance was designed to create… Read more »
Filling Roles, Building Skills, and Adjusting Education to Meet Private Sector Needs
Growing demand for skilled labor and supply of skilled labor are trending in different directions, leaving companies with openings for skilled labor and individuals unemployed and underemployed. Career training offers a solution to fill this skills gap and provide both companies with skilled labor and individuals a pathway to sustainable wages. Sophia Downey’s research highlights… Read more »