Africa's resources and young population make it vital for global sustainable growth. Unlocking its potential requires green finance, stronger capital markets and regional integration.

The promise of generative AI depends on many factors, none more critical than the proliferation of data centers powering AI computation and the corresponding surge in energy required to fuel the world’s digital infrastructure.

Aviation’s net-zero goal faces high SAF costs, policy gaps, and financial strain, underscoring the need for further research into sustainable solutions.

Research in this edition of S&P Global's sustainability research journal explores the intersection of climate risk, resilience and the energy transition.

AI can expand access to work, community, and opportunity—especially for people with disabilities—by prioritizing accessibility through inclusive design, edge AI, and equitable education.

Follow the latest news and insights on the impact of recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, including implications for Middle East energy infrastructure, shipping routes, market access, global supply chains and energy flows.

AI can enhance individuals' access to society and work by improving the usability of digital content and physical environments, enabling individuals, particularly those with disabilities, to participate more fully in their communities.

The adoption of AI promises to fundamentally alter the education sector in terms of the skills and talent that need to be developed, how the education system teaches, and how students learn.

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Low-carbon fuels could work in today’s engines, pipelines and refineries without rebuilding the entire energy system.

Metals markets are increasingly being shaped by policy as much as by fundamentals. This is the fourth of our 6-part series that explores how climate regulation, industrial policy, trade policy, and strategic investments are influencing supply, demand and price across steel, iron ore, and critical minerals.

We partner closely with market participants to develop ratings and benchmarks that are the market-standard sources for measurement, evaluation and comparison, helping people make assessments, manage risk and identify opportunities.

Credit Ratings foster the development and smooth functioning of capital markets by providing transparent information and insight to market participants.

AI infrastructure is power-constrained today. The question is whether efficiency gains within the AI ecosystem — and across the broader economy — can eventually offset what AI consumes. But does it actually need to?

As demand for AI, cloud, and digital infrastructure accelerates, insurance lines tied to data centers are becoming a strong area for expansion. However, growth opportunities must be weighed against limited historical data and a rapidly evolving, complex risk environment.

Follow the latest news and insights on the impact of recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, including implications for Middle East energy infrastructure, shipping routes, market access, global supply chains and energy flows.

Africa's resources and young population make it vital for global sustainable growth. Unlocking its potential requires green finance, stronger capital markets and regional integration.

Gain insights into artificial intelligence (AI) trends and its transformative impact with AI fundamentals, AI applications, and AI governance and regulations.