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- Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:37 pm
- Forum: GOAL 5: Gender Equality
- Topic: First steps toward gender equality (But there's got to be more)
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2457
Re: First steps toward gender equality (But there's got to be more)
AdamMarks78, I'd recommend this article that Rebeca Fernandez wrote last year, Solving Gender Inequality by using Blockchain Technology . In it, she argues that blockchain tech can either make gender inequality worse or better - it all depends on how it's designed. As she puts it... There is a very ...
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:28 pm
- Forum: GOAL 5: Gender Equality
- Topic: Worldwide gender-inequality data
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3211
Worldwide gender-inequality data
Raising awareness for any issue begins with data. We need to know and communicate the facts on the ground if we're going to mobilize people and make a difference. This is the case with every important fight - including the fight for gender equality. So, what are the important data points to remember...
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:15 pm
- Forum: GOAL 4: Quality Education
- Topic: Sidekicks Kickstarter - A Fusion of AI & Education
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1256
Re: Sidekicks Kickstarter - A Fusion of AI & Education
I had not come across that Kickstarter. To be honest, it looks a bit gimmicky to me. With that said, I have seen some research on AI and education. And I believe we will see a greater integration of the two in the coming decade. Though I think it will look less like something off the Jetsons and mor...
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 8:07 pm
- Forum: GOAL 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Topic: Blockchain tech's potential for making consumption more sustinable
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3369
Blockchain tech's potential for making consumption more sustinable
Coffee has a reputation for involving shady actors in its production and distribution. That's what makes this recent blockchain-based project by IBM and Farmer Connect such an encouraging solution. Once it's been put into place, it will allow consumers to see the journey that their coffee beans have...
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:29 pm
- Forum: GOAL 13: Climate Action
- Topic: The Agriculture-Climate Connection
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1482
Re: The Agriculture-Climate Connection
Yes! Agricultural reform is essential. Climate Change Connections put this video together that deals with this issue: https://youtu.be/twGev010Zwc After watching that, I'd recommend visiting the agricultural portion of their website . They offer a number of important reform/innovation suggestions on...
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:15 pm
- Forum: GOAL 13: Climate Action
- Topic: A treasure trove of climate info
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3058
A treasure trove of climate info
If you've never looked over 'Our World in Data's CO2 and Greenhouse Gas Emissions country profiles , I'd recommend you give it a look. It's a great tool for seeing the facts concerning which countries are improving (and which are not) when it comes to greenhouse gas emissions. Along with seeing the ...
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 7:06 pm
- Forum: GOAL 2: Zero Hunger
- Topic: Moving from quantity to quality
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3432
Moving from quantity to quality
Eliminating hunger in our world isn't just about producing more food. It's about providing nutritious food. We need to move the conversation beyond quantity to quality. Take a moment to look at this chart: Diet-costs-marimekko-2048x1422.png This comes from a recent article on 'Our World in Data' tha...