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Climate Change Impacting 75% of Farmers Globally: Survey Highlights Need for Innovation

The 2024 Farmer Voice survey, conducted by Kynetec for Bayer, reveals that 75% of farmers globally are experiencing the effects of climate change or are concerned about its future impact. Key challenges include reduced crop yields, pest attacks, and financial losses due to extreme weather events. In India, 41% of farmers cite pest attacks as their primary issue, while rising costs of crop protection chemicals and labour shortages add further stress. Despite these hurdles, 80% of Indian farmers are willing to adopt new technologies, though high costs pose barriers. Regenerative agriculture is also gaining traction, with 80% of Indian farmers employing soil-health-focused practices, though awareness of the term remains limited. The survey underscores the need for increased innovation and collaboration between farmers, businesses, and society to build resilient, sustainable farming systems that can withstand the growing impacts of climate change.

BlackRock, Microsoft, and GIP Unite to Launch $100 Billion Investment Fund for AI, Energy Infrastructure, and Sustainability

BlackRock, Microsoft, and GIP have formed a partnership to raise $100 billion for investments in AI, energy infrastructure, and sustainability, aiming to drive transformative change.

Vanguard Reports 24% of Investors Opt for ESG Policies in Proxy Choice Pilot

Vanguard's proxy choice pilot reveals 24% of investors favor ESG policies, highlighting a growing commitment to sustainable investing among retail participants.

Euronext Unveils ESG Tools and Reports to Drive Sustainable Finance Forward

Brookfield commits up to $1.1 billion in funding to Infinium to accelerate the production of sustainable fuels at scale.

ESG Data & Solutions Unveils AI-Powered Platform ESGSure to Streamline ESG Research

Bain & Company Reveals CEOs' Focus on Sustainability Diminishes as AI and Inflation Become Top Priorities

Google Utilizes AI to Combat Urban Heat, Pinpointing Vulnerable Areas for Focused Cooling Solutions

Mercedes-Benz Strengthens Sustainability Initiatives in India with New Climate Innovation Centers and Expanded Charging Infrastructure

SAP Unveils its First ESG and AI Research Center in Kaohsiung to Accelerate Sustainable Transformation for Taiwanese Businesses

Capgemini Report: AI and Data Mastery Drive Sustainability Despite Deployment Challenges

IBM and Ecosystem Launch ‘Sustainability Technology Guide for Executives’ to Drive Tech-Enabled Sustainability in Asia Pacific