OUR IDEAS
Exploring the Global Rise of Mental Illness Through Economics, Lived Experiences, and Expert Insights
The World Health Organization estimates that 450 million people face mental illness globally, making it the leading cause of disability. A new report by Aspen Institute’s Finance Leaders Fellowship and Dalberg explores the magnitude of the crisis and the urgent need for solutions.
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DALBERG’S CLIMATE COMMITMENT: 2024 UPDATE ON OUR JOURNEY TO NET ZERO
In 2020, Dalberg committed to being a carbon- and plastic-neutral company, aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2025. Our three-part climate commitment binds us to reduce emissions wherever possible, allocate resources to offset unavoidable emissions—such as those from travel, commuting, and plastic disposal—and apply a climate lens to all our projects. This comprehensive approach includes accounting…
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Can a Bond Bridge the Skills Gap? India’s Skill Impact Bond Aims to Boost Youth Employment
The transition from skilling programs to job placement and retention presents a considerable challenge; even high-performing training providers see only 10–30% of their enrolled candidates remain in jobs three months after placement. To address these challenges, a consortium of influential public and private sector stakeholders has come together to launch the Skill Impact Bond (SIB)….
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An Interview with Aika Matemu, Partner at Dalberg Design
Aika is a Partner at Dalberg Design in Nairobi, leading the design team across Africa. Grounded in human-centered design principles, Aika’s 15-year career has focused on designing digital technologies that enable marginalized populations to access high-quality healthcare. Her expertise in user experience design, digital technologies, global public health, and social entrepreneurism has positioned her as…
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Women, Farmers, Vaccines: 3 Perspectives on Building Resilient Systems Through Tailored Implementation Support
In a world facing complex challenges, traditional strategies often fall short without effective execution. This interview spotlights Dalberg Implement, a team dedicated to building that bridge. Meet Shruti Goyal, Lillian Kidane, and Naoko Koyama — three of Dalberg’s experts who work alongside clients to translate strategies into action. From empowering women in India to supporting…
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Corporate Power Must Be Curbed to Ensure a People-Centered, Just Energy Transition — and Philanthropy Can Help
Corporate power in the climate ecosystem is on the rise. In just one example, the record number of fossil fuel lobbyists that attended COP28 last year and the resulting weak statements on the need to transition away from fossil fuels underscore how corporate power can stall meaningful progress on climate change and building sustainable, inclusive,…
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Digital Agricultural Platforms and Cotton Farmers in Zambia
In 2021, Mitsui & Co. and ETG brought Dalberg on board to help design and implement a proof of concept to showcase the potential of digital innovation in agriculture. This became Farmers 360° Link, an agricultural technology initiative to connect Zambian cotton farmers with the global apparel market.
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Study of Capacities of the UN Development System to Accelerate Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals
A Dalberg study, requested by the United Nations Secretary-General, analyses the UN Development System’s capacity to deliver on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It makes comparisons with a similar study conducted in 2017, examines progress since a major repositioning of the UN Development System in 2019, and identifies opportunities for enhancing capabilities in the…
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Four Ways to Make a Clean Transition to a Sustainable Circular Economy in the Mining Sector
A circular economy creates vast opportunities that serve as a sustainable alternative to the traditional, linear economy. In a circular economy, products and materials are kept in use for as long as possible by reusing and recycling them instead of extracting resources, using them, and then discarding the waste. This can help to regenerate systems,…
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How Investment in Skills Can Power Africa’s Electric Mobility Transformation
With Africa’s electric vehicle sector poised for rapid expansion, skill development will play a crucial role in ensuring sustainable local employment and overall industry growth.
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