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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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October 22, 2018
Women and Economic Growth
Women and the Law
Barriers to women's economic participation persist in every region of the world. Nations need to do more to level the legal playing field for women and ensure that women have the right to compete fairly in the economy—which will lead to significant gains.
June 26, 2017
Cybersecurity
The Case for Reforming Section 702 of U.S. Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Law
To rein in the NSA’s collection, monitoring, and searching of U.S. citizens’ communications, Congress should reform section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Amendments Act.
September 10, 2019
Climate Change
Impact of Climate Risk on the Energy System
Climate change poses risks to energy security, financial markets, and national security. Energy companies and local, state, and federal governments need to better prepare to face these challenges.
January 30, 2018
United States
Reforming the U.S. Approach to Data Protection and Privacy
Rather than a comprehensive legal protection for personal data, the United States has only a patchwork of sector-specific laws that fail to adequately protect data. Congress should create a single legislative data-protection mandate to protect individuals’ privacy.
February 18, 2016
Privacy
Protecting Data Privacy With User-Friendly Software
Protecting the privacy of user data from unauthorized access is essential for business executives, policymakers, and users themselves. The pace of targeted attacks and massive data breaches is only i…
