WEF Global risk report 2025 & Chair Magdalena Gerger & CGI Director Emily Farnworth at Webinar
WEF Global Risk Report and Implications on Boards
The WEF Global Risks Report 2025 highlights escalating global challenges, including geopolitical tensions, environmental crises, societal fragmentation, and rapid technological disruptions.
Top Risks (2025–2027):
- State-based armed conflict and rising geopolitical instability.
- Extreme weather events and environmental degradation.
- Misinformation and disinformation fueled by AI.
- Societal polarization and erosion of trust in institutions.
Long-Term Risks (2035):
- Climate change impacts and biodiversity loss.
- AI and biotech misuse.
- Aging populations leading to labor and pension challenges.
Key Trends:
- Weakening global cooperation and rising unilateralism.
- Increasing economic fragmentation and trade tensions.
Implications for Board Directors
- Risk Management: Strengthen scenario planning for geopolitical, environmental, and cyber risks.
- Sustainability Focus: Integrate ESG and climate strategies into core business.
- Tech Governance: Ensure ethical AI adoption and cybersecurity resilience.
- Crisis Preparedness: Enhance crisis management and supply chain continuity.
- Stakeholder Trust: Prioritize transparency and stakeholder engagement.
Boards must lead with agility, resilience, and proactive governance to navigate emerging global risks. More insights below.
Webinar & Peer Exchange Jan 21 at 16-17.30 CET
Boards Impact Forum are proud to share a current and relvant webiar and peer exchange discussing and sharing experiences on the Boards Role, Materiality and Strategic Integration of Sustainability into the Business with
Magdalena Gerger, Chair Colart, NED Investor, Curry PLC, NEFAB, Lindengruppen, PEAB and on the Sustainability Advisory Council to VW Group.Emily Farnworth, Director of the Centre for Climate Engagement at Hughes Hall, chair of the RE100 Advisory Committee, a member of the Carbon Pricing Leadership Coalition Advisory Group and a member of the We Mean Business Grants Advisory Committee.
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