In recent years the EU and Canada have enacted bold legislation to ban single-use plastics. Is the EPA under the Biden administration likely to follow suit? Can we expect the US to engage in international plastics agreements going forward? Geoff O. FORMER US DIPLOMAT...
What unique benefits do biofuels yield in the world of renewable energy technologies? Gaurav S. FOUNDER AND MANAGING PARTNER OF ARETE VENTURES Mumbai, India Low carbon fuels are gaining global acceptance as well as momentum. Self-reliance on energy has a positive...
When do you expect the current chip shortage to ease? What are the main drivers of prolonged shortages, and why will they ease over this timeframe? Luke C. PRINCIPAL ENGINEER AT A SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURER Oregon, USA The overall shortage of chips should ease...
Given Jacob Zuma’s recent arrest: What under-covered developments should investors be focused on? Does the government have control of the ensuing unrest? What actions can it take to stabilize things in the near term? Morgane M. INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT...
What is the business climate for foreign companies operating in or exploring Brazil? Specifically, what is the Brazilian business climate for Chinese companies? Juan G. G7 COUNTRY TRADE COMMISSIONER FOR OIL & GAS Bogota, Colombia Brazil remains China’s most...
Which three emerging market economies and governments are most susceptible to mounting inflationary pressures over the next three months? Elizabeth M. MANAGING PARTNER AT A LEADING EMERGING MARKETS RESEARCH PROVIDER Virginia, USA The three “investable”...
