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Payments top trends 2025
Kai Jie Yan Jiu Yuan· 2025-01-07 00:33
Wealth Management - Seamless digital experience: Wealth firms are enhancing digital platforms to consolidate services and create seamless customer experiences [1] - Hyper-personalized advisory: AI enables made-to-order investment advice strategies, catering to individual client needs [1] - Bridging generation gaps: Wealth firms are adapting advice to resonate with high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) across all age groups, especially younger entrepreneurs [1] - Inorganic growth strategies: Wealth firms are seeking external expansion to broaden services and boost revenues [1] - Regulations drive ESG traceability: Wealth firms are implementing ESG asset transparency metrics as regulators standardize sustainability reporting [1] - Digital onboarding: Digital onboarding accelerates client acquisition, improves compliance, and boosts revenue through white-labeling [1] - Unified operating models: Wealth firms are unifying operating models to deliver a consistent experience for HNWIs across geographies [1] - Gen AI for relationship manager efficiency: Generative AI-powered copilots enhance relationship manager productivity [1] - Real-world asset tokenization: Blockchain-powered real-world asset tokens improve liquidity and access [1] - Cloud-native wealth management platforms: Cloud-native platforms enable scalable and cost-efficient wealth management processes [1] Retail Banking - Omnichannel experience: Retail banks are boosting customer experiences across digital platforms, contact centers, and branches [1] - Financial literacy: Financial literacy and personal budget apps are enhancing customer confidence and promoting financial inclusion [1] - Next-gen banking: Retail banks are targeting youth to secure long-term customer lifecycle growth [1] - Operational resilience: Digital operational resilience remains crucial for regulatory compliance [1] - RegTech for compliance: Intelligent RegTech solutions reduce compliance costs and timelines [1] - Deposit growth: Deposit growth continues to be a priority for retail banks, along with lowering funding costs [1] - Onboarding efficiency: Digital identity management is improving onboarding efficiency [1] - AI for efficiency gains: AI is driving productivity by reimagining customer and employee journeys [1] - ESG product strategy: Banks are implementing intelligent ESG product strategies and solutions [1] - Leveraging open finance: Open finance regulations enable retail banks to develop a 360-degree customer footprint [1] Payments - Open finance: Open-finance-based use cases are growing as regulators improve financial data access [1] - Instant payment adoption: Instant payment rails are cannibalizing checks and debit cards, while mobile wallets maintain dominance [1] - POS innovations: POS payment innovations enhance merchant acquisition capabilities and increase consumer credit options [1] - Cross-border payments: Multi-territory instant payment corridors are revolutionizing cross-border payments, offering speed and efficiency [1] - Cloud-based payment hubs: Cloud-based payment hubs provide unified and consolidated multi-rail payment processing capabilities [1] - Multi-rail payment strategy: Multi-rail strategies enhance payment flexibility and offer different payment methods in a single interface [1] - Operational resilience: Regulators are prioritizing operational resilience to foster trust in cashless markets and economies [1] - Decentralized identity: Decentralized digital identity management combats fraud and grants customers greater control over personal data [1] - Remittance transformation: Remittance transformation is reshaping the global financial landscape with plummeting costs and fast transfer times [1] - Data monetization: Payments data is driving innovation and creating new revenue streams [1] Capital Markets - Perpetual KYC revolution: Organizations are digitizing and automating KYC processes to reduce compliance costs and enhance customer experience [3] - Accelerating sustainable lending: Banks are leveraging sustainable finance as a growth engine [3] - Changing investment landscape: The market is shifting due to passive investing, retail investor growth, and geopolitical forces [3] - Efficiencies through collaboration: The industry is moving towards mutualization and strategic outsourcing to reduce post-trade processing costs [3] - Capital efficiency: Global uncertainty and regulatory shifts are driving organizations to focus on capital strategy [3] - Modernized resilient platforms: Legacy system limitations are driving capital markets organizations to modernize core systems [3] - DLT & tokenization: Distributed ledger technology (DLT) and tokenization are transforming the financial services industry [3] - Leveraging Generative AI: Capital markets organizations are using Gen AI to create actionable insights and efficiencies [3] - Global accelerated settlement: The push for a global T+1 settlement cycle continues, with the UK and EU leading the way [3] - Transaction reporting optimization: Firms are focusing on efficiency and control following regulatory rewrites [3] Lending & Leasing - Frictionless Enterprise: Lending firms are providing a seamless omnichannel digital experience for equipment financing [3] - Moving towards Equipment-as-a-Service: The growth of as-a-service models is redefining equipment financing [3] - Embedded finance: Equipment leasing is being transformed with seamless integration of financing solutions [3] - Expanding B2C channels: Digital platforms are being leveraged for scalable growth and enhanced customer engagement [3] - Bespoke Solutions: Customized solutions are being offered in an efficient and cost-effective manner [3] - Green asset financing: Sustainability is reshaping the investment landscape [3] - Navigating the regulatory landscape: There is a shift towards sustainable and transparent lending [3] - Ushering digital transformation: Data-driven management and decision-making are being leveraged [3] - Simplifying and standardizing processes: AI and ML technologies are being integrated across geographies and business lines [3] - Balancing automation with human expertise: AI and ML are being used for efficiency while preserving human judgment [3] Sustainability - Sustainable product opportunities: Growth in innovative and eco-friendly debt instruments and insurance products is being observed [3] - Sustainability service opportunities: Financial institutions are supporting clients to accelerate their net-zero transition [3] - ESG risk criteria: Financial institutions are increasingly incorporating ESG risk factors into investment strategies [3] - Increased regulation: Enhanced regulatory frameworks and reporting are reshaping corporate accountability [3] - Industrialized climate risk modeling: Financial institutions are intensifying efforts to assess and manage climate-related risks [3] - Greenwashing and greenhushing: Financial institutions face scrutiny from customers, activists, and regulators [3] - Decarbonization of portfolios: Stakeholders are prioritizing low-carbon investments to reduce carbon footprints [3] - Sustainability as corporate DNA: Enterprise-wide sustainability is being integrated into operations, products, and supply chains [3] - Gen AI aiding sustainability: Gen AI is enabling innovative ways to implement sustainability in financial services [3] - Going beyond carbon emissions: Financial services are broadening ESG strategies to include social and biodiversity factors [3] Key Companies and Innovations - Klarna: Partnered with Worldpay to offer flexible payment options, including buy now/pay later, simplifying integration for merchants [9] - Wero: Launched by the European Payments Initiative (EPI), offering instant money transfers using phone numbers and QR codes [13] - Pix: Brazil's instant payment system expanded to Europe, enabling QR payments at Barcelona airport [14] - WorldFirst: Launched real-time cross-border payments for small and medium businesses in over 200 markets [25] - Partior: A DLT payment network enabling real-time, multi-currency clearing and settlement for cross-border payments [25] - Security Bank: Partnered with ACI Worldwide to modernize payment infrastructure and offer real-time payment solutions [34] - Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank: Launched a cloud-native payment hub to enhance cross-border transfer speed and efficiency [34] - HSBC: Launched the multi-currency app Zing, enabling transactions in over 200 markets using Visa's network [41] - Alexbank: Partnered with Mastercard to enhance payment solutions, focusing on fraud detection and cybersecurity [41] - Mastercard: Expanded payment resiliency solutions to ensure seamless card payments [49] - DBS Bank: Invested USD 58 million to improve technology resiliency after digital disruptions [49] - MUFG: Collaborating on a decentralized digital identity initiative using distributed ledger technology [92] - HSBC: Prototyping a decentralized digital identity solution for internal account opening [92] - CIBC: Partnered with Visa to send money via digital wallets to key remittance destinations [97] - Mox Bank: Partnered with Wise to provide express international money transfers with reduced costs [97] - JPMorgan Chase: Introduced Chase Media Solutions, leveraging customer data for targeted retail deals [99] - PayPal: Launched an ad sales business leveraging user behavior data for targeted advertising [99]
Quick Guide to Market Access in the Latin America Healthcare and Life Sciences Sector
钱伯斯(Baker McKenzie)· 2025-01-04 04:58
Industry Overview - The Healthcare and Life Sciences industry in Latin America is highly regulated, with a focus on price control mechanisms, public health system access, and private healthcare plan regulations [2] - The report covers key markets including Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, and Venezuela [2] Argentina - Marketing Authorization holders can set pharmaceutical prices but must inform ANMAT's registry [5] - In 2020, authorities regulated the price of a specific orphan drug and froze prices of certain pharmaceuticals to prevent inflation-driven increases [5] - Health insurance providers are subject to strict regulations, including minimum mandatory coverage, with courts sometimes requiring specific treatments to be included [6] - ANMAT grants import and manufacturing licenses, controls GMP adherence, and grants marketing authorizations [7] - CONETEC evaluates and issues recommendations on health technologies for incorporation into the health system [7] Brazil - CMED sets drug price limits, stimulates competition, and applies penalties for violations [13] - Innovative drugs are subject to international price comparison, while generics must be at least 65% of the reference drug price [13] - SUS drugs are selected and standardized in the National Essential Medicines List, with CONITEC evaluating and recommending drugs for incorporation [14] - ANS regulates private health plans and incorporates technologies recommended by CONITEC after March 2022 [15][16] Chile - There are no price controls for pharmaceuticals, but proposed Pharmacy Law II may introduce them [20] - The Ministry of Health updates the National Formulary with advice from a Technical-Scientific Commission [21] - Access to private health plans is not regulated, and there is no minimum coverage [19] Colombia - CNPMDM controls prices, with a supervised freedom regime for most medicines and direct control for specific ones [24] - The public health system is divided into Subsidized and Contributory regimes, with the Ministry of Health determining covered medicines and services [25] - Private health plans are regulated by the Superintendent of National Health and the Financial Superintendence [28] Mexico - Pricing in the private market depends on patent protection, with international price referencing for patented products [31] - The National Formulary of Medical Products is managed by a Commission, with additions requiring economic evaluation studies and binding price letters [32] - Access to private health plans is not regulated, and only a small percentage of the population has access [33] Peru - There are no pharmaceutical price regulations [36] - The Essential Health Insurance Plan (PEAS) specifies minimum benefits for public, private, or mixed health insurance [37] - The Ministry of Health reviews and updates the Single National Petition for Essential Medicines (PNUME) [38] Venezuela - The Fair Price Law allows a maximum profit margin of 30%, but enforcement has been absent for the last three years [41] - The Ministry of Health and SUNDDE are responsible for applying the Fair Price Law [41] - Health insurance policies are regulated by the Insurance Activities Law, which does not provide for mandatory minimum coverage [42]
Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players - January 2025 edition
FIFA· 2024-12-24 01:48
Industry Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an industry investment rating [1] Core Viewpoints - The report focuses on regulations governing the status and transfer of players, including contracts, third-party influence, and special provisions for female players and minors [4][7][32] - It emphasizes the importance of maintaining contractual stability between professionals and clubs, with specific rules for terminating contracts and compensation [13][14][17] - The report outlines the procedures for international transfers, including the use of the Transfer Matching System (TMS) and training compensation mechanisms [48][57][79] Third-Party Influence and Ownership - Clubs and players are prohibited from entering agreements with third parties that allow participation in future transfer compensation [19] - Existing agreements must be recorded in TMS by the end of April 2015, with full details of the third party, player, and agreement duration [20] Special Provisions for Female Players - Contracts cannot be invalidated based on pregnancy, adoption, or family leave [8] - Clubs must respect female players' rights related to menstrual health, allowing absence from training or matches with full remuneration [31][521] International Transfers Involving Minors - Minors can only be transferred under specific exceptions, such as transfers within the same country or for academic reasons [34][37] - Clubs must provide adequate football education and living standards for minors [11][35] Training Compensation and Solidarity Mechanism - Training compensation is payable when a player is registered as a professional for the first time or transferred before the age of 23 [79] - The solidarity mechanism requires 5% of transfer compensation to be distributed to clubs involved in the player's training [396] Jurisdiction and Dispute Resolution - FIFA has jurisdiction over employment-related disputes between clubs and players of international dimension [29][57] - The Football Tribunal can impose sanctions for breaches of contract, including registration bans and fines [24][466] Annexes and Additional Provisions - Annexes cover the release of players to association teams, employment of coaches, and international transfer procedures [92][170][208] - Temporary rules address the exceptional situation deriving from the war in Ukraine [269]
Community engagement in the Middle East
理特咨询· 2024-12-23 00:53
Industry Overview - The Middle East is among the world's fastest-growing regions, with GDP forecast to rise above 4% next year [3] - Urban population in the Middle East is expected to increase by 30% from 2020 to 2030, with 90% of GCC residents projected to live in cities by 2050 [3] - KSA plans to build over 500,000 housing units by 2030, representing around 8% of the current housing stock, alongside transformative giga projects [3] Community Engagement Strategies - Effective community engagement in the Middle East requires culturally sensitive strategies that respect local hierarchies, family, tribal, and business networks [6] - Developers should work closely with local authorities to align sustainability goals with local interests, using education and awareness initiatives to resolve conflicts [6] - Agile engagement processes are needed to match the rapid pace of development, such as on-demand consultation models and hosting sessions at local mosques or community hubs [6] Key Success Factors - Preserving cultural heritage while embracing modernization is crucial for gaining local trust and support, as seen in KSA's integration of cultural elements into development plans [27][29] - Providing economic opportunities through skills development and local employment initiatives has been pivotal in the success of projects, aligning with KSA's Vision 2030 goals [8][43] - Engaging youth in development processes is essential, as the younger demographic in the Middle East is more progressive and their involvement is key to sustainable development [36] Urbanization and Development - Urbanization and development are central to national strategies for economic growth and diversification in the Middle East [13] - The rapid pace of urbanization in KSA, driven by ambitious goals like Vision 2030, requires tailored community engagement and capacity building to ensure long-term success [19][38] - Community-led initiatives are necessary to address urbanization challenges, ensuring that infrastructure development meets the needs of all stakeholders [45] Case Examples - In KSA real estate development projects, local tribes and communities were actively involved in planning, with efforts to integrate local culture and provide skills development programs [42] - Another KSA project focused on creating jobs and business opportunities for local residents, balancing tourism development with environmental conservation through community input [42]
Circular 1915_FIFA Compliance Summit 2025
FIFA· 2024-12-21 01:48
Event Overview - The 5th FIFA Compliance Summit will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 9 to 10 April 2025 [19] - The event aims to support FIFA's 211 member associations by covering key compliance areas such as compliance programme development, governance, risk management, and internal audit practices [2] - The summit will include presentations and interactive workshops tailored to member associations at various stages of their compliance journeys [2] Event Logistics - The event will be conducted entirely in English with simultaneous interpreting into French and Spanish [3] - FIFA will cover the cost of economy-class travel, visa fees, and accommodation in Rio de Janeiro for the event days [3] - Each member association is invited to send one delegate responsible for compliance matters to attend the event in person [25] Event Programme Highlights Day 1 - 09:00 Official opening by Ednaldo Rodriguez (CBF) and Emilio Garcia Silvero (FIFA) [29] - 09:30 Session on "How to be wildly effective in compliance" by Kristy Grant-Hart [23] - 10:45 Roundtable discussion on "Governance in the sports industry" [33] - 13:30 Workshop on "Future-proof audits – Technology & AI in internal audit" by Anja Zumkeller and Edyta Idzikowska (FIFA) [34] - 16:00 Session on "The Financial Governance Guide" by Christoph Suppiger (FIFA) [30] - 17:00 Closing remarks and group picture [31] - 19:00 Dinner [32] Day 2 - 09:00 Welcome and recap of Day 1 [17] - 09:30 Session on "Beyond the trophy – How good governance drives football excellence" by Mauro Silva (Federação Paulista de Futebol) [8] - 14:30 Workshop on "Goalkeeper's guide to creating a risk management gameplan" by Ken Liddle (FIFA) [9] - 16:00 Feedback session [10] - 16:30 Official closing [18] Additional Information - A formal invitation detailing registration, travel, and accommodation arrangements will follow [20] - For questions, contact Zelin Xu, Independent Committees & Legal Projects Manager, at compliancesummit@fifa.org [26]
Open digital architecture: The next frontier for telecom operators
理特咨询· 2024-12-21 00:53
Industry Investment Rating - The report highlights Open Digital Architecture (ODA) as a transformative trend in the telecom industry, positioning it as a key enabler for growth and innovation [55][56][57] Core Viewpoints - ODA represents a fundamental shift for telecom operators, enabling faster innovation, cost efficiencies, and customer-centric business models [3][7][25][34] - The adoption of ODA will allow CSPs to transition from asset-centric to solution-centric organizations, with greater flexibility in product and service offerings [3][7][74] - ODA's modular and interoperable nature reduces vendor lock-in, lowers innovation costs, and accelerates time-to-market for new services [61][74][75] - The integration of 5G, edge computing, AI, and IoT will drive ODA adoption, enabling CSPs to offer faster, more reliable, and innovative services [32][68][97] Key Benefits of ODA - **Cost Efficiencies**: ODA reduces the cost of innovating on CSP tech stacks through automation, shorter development times, and universal design principles [25][61][77] - **Faster Deployment**: ODA's cloud platform allows for faster and less expensive deployment and scaling of new propositions [75][112] - **Customer-Centricity**: ODA enables CSPs to offer tailored services and packages, improving customer experience and capturing more value [34][76][92] - **Business Model Innovation**: ODA facilitates the creation of new business models and revenue streams through its flexible and modular architecture [60][76][86] Challenges and Risks - **Security Risks**: ODA increases the attack surface for CSPs, making cybersecurity a critical consideration during the transition [27][64][65] - **Migration Risks**: Integrating legacy systems with ODA can lead to compatibility issues, data migration hurdles, and unforeseen costs [67][77] - **Cultural Change & Skills Gap**: Transitioning to ODA requires proficiency in cloud-native technologies and API management, necessitating investment in training and recruitment [30][83][106] - **Regulatory Compliance**: The telecom industry's stringent regulatory environment demands rigorous adherence to data protection, privacy, and security standards [47][80] Strategic Recommendations for CSPs - **Embrace Innovation**: Actively adopt ODA-related technologies to stay competitive and enhance customer experience [37][101] - **Prioritize Customer-Centricity**: Tailor services based on deep customer insights and data analytics [92][101] - **Drive Operational Excellence**: Continuously optimize processes and infrastructure using agile methodologies [50][103] - **Form Strategic Partnerships**: Collaborate with vendors and partners to access cutting-edge technologies and capabilities [38][103] - **Invest in Workforce Development**: Equip employees with the necessary skills and foster a culture of continuous learning and collaboration [106][103] Future of ODA - ODA is expected to become an industry standard, driven by technological advancements, industry collaboration, and evolving customer expectations [97][100] - The competitive landscape will shift with new market entrants, disruptive business models, and increased focus on differentiation and value-added services [86][97] - CSPs must adapt to the evolving ODA landscape by focusing on innovation, customer-centricity, operational excellence, and strategic partnerships [110][93]
Scaling Technological Greenhouse Gas Removal: A Global Roadmap to 2050
RMI· 2024-12-21 00:18
Industry Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry [1] Core Viewpoints - The roadmap emphasizes a global approach to Greenhouse Gas Removal (GHGR) rather than a national one, aiming for a comprehensive understanding of global scaling needs [2] - The goals are based on achieving global climate alignment, with thematic areas discussing what global stakeholders need to advance GHGR [2] - Initiatives are designed with a global perspective, including targets and milestones specified in global terms [2] Stakeholder Engagement - Government actors are crucial for developing deployment practices, establishing GHGR targets, and ensuring equitable and safe development [3] - Stakeholders include GHGR companies, purchasers, MRV developers, financial institutions, philanthropic funders, and community-based organizations [5] - Each stakeholder group has specific roles in advancing GHGR, such as innovation, community engagement, and financing [5] Science and Technology - Science and technology are foundational for GHGR, encompassing basic research, applied research, and the development of prototypes and pilot projects [6] - Deployment-led learning through pilot projects is a near-term priority, with the U S Department of Energy allocating $100 million over five years for such projects [8] - The focus for the next 10 years should be on pilot-scale testing, accompanied by applied research to solve technical barriers [10] Socio-Behavioral and Communities - Communities at risk, including those hosting GHGR activities, must shape GHGR development to their benefit [13] - Procedural justice initiatives focus on early engagement of GHGR communities in decision-making processes related to research, siting, deployment, and MRV practices [15] Finance and Markets - Voluntary markets, such as Frontier's commitment to buying over $1 billion of durable carbon removal between 2022 and 2030, are important for incubating frameworks and standards [18] - Unlocking scaled capital expenditure (capex) financing for first-of-a-kind (FOAK) projects is a key barrier to GHGR deployment [20] Policy and Regulation - Policy and regulation are critical for establishing governance, permitting, and regulatory structures for GHGR [22] - Governments should establish GHGR removal targets tailored to local needs and strengths, separate from decarbonization targets [23] Technological Approaches - Air CDR, including Direct Air Capture (DAC), is a prominent approach with commercial-scale projects being deployed [31] - Ocean CDR approaches vary in technological readiness and require better understanding of ocean baselines and biogeochemistry [33] - Land CDR approaches, such as biochar and BECCS, are more ready for deployment than air, ocean, or rock CDR [85] - Rock CDR involves accelerating natural weathering or mineralization processes, with potential for integration into existing industries [70] Research Priorities - Research priorities for ocean CDR include advances in microalgae cultivation, environmental monitoring, and hardware development [51] - Land CDR research priorities include improved life cycle assessments, novel biomass storage processes, and optimization of BECCS equipment [61] - Rock CDR research priorities include siting analysis, global distribution of mineral resources, and development of modeling tools [101] Barriers to Deployment - Barriers to ocean CDR include deployment and monitoring hardware, environmental impacts, and regulatory frameworks [56] - Land CDR faces challenges related to durability, life cycle assessments, and sustainable biomass production [68] - Rock CDR barriers include mineralization rates, environmental impacts, and feedstock inventory [106] Non-CO2 GHGR - Non-CO2 GHGR focuses on removing methane and nitrous oxide, which have significant warming impacts and increasing atmospheric concentrations [107] - The technological maturity of non-CO2 GHGR is low, with most approaches not yet past TRL 2 [127] - Research priorities for non-CO2 GHGR include novel technological approaches, improved monitoring, and coupled Earth systems models [132] Decadal Initiatives - The roadmap outlines three decadal periods (2024-2030, 2030-2040, 2040-2050) with specific milestones for each [165] - The first decadal period focuses on emerging GHGR technologies, community engagement, and establishing permitting structures [194] - The second decadal period emphasizes adoption of GHGR, with a focus on workforce development, infrastructure build-out, and scaled financing [205] - The final decadal period aims for expansion of GHGR, achieving a gigaton-scale industry with sustained growth rates [165] Market Infrastructure and Demand - Market infrastructure development includes harmonized accreditation, certification, and risk management standards [221] - Demand for CDR credits must rise to $40-$60 billion per year to achieve scaling goals, with a shift toward publicly mandated procurement by 2030 [204] Workforce Development - Workforce development programs should focus on approach-specific training, creating safe, well-paying jobs for local community members [222] Political Support and Public Engagement - Political support is essential for establishing stable, scaled, long-term demand for CDR, with governments increasing incentive programs and building new procurement frameworks [204] - Public engagement efforts should include evidence-based journalism and community advocacy to build awareness and support for GHGR [223]
Disclosure and Target Setting in the Agriculture Sector
RMI· 2024-12-21 00:18
Industry Overview - The Canadian agriculture sector is a significant contributor to the economy, generating $143.8 billion (7% of GDP) and employing 2.3 million people (1 in 9 jobs) in 2022 [129] - Canada is a top global exporter of agricultural commodities like wheat and canola, with agri-food exports reaching a record $82 billion in 2022 [129] - The sector is highly fragmented, with 96,702 sole proprietorships, 45,059 partnerships, and 43,233 family-owned corporations operating farms in 2021 [134] Emissions Profile - Agriculture accounted for 10% of Canada's total GHG emissions in 2021, emitting 69 Mt CO2e [137] - Emissions increased 35% from 1990 to 2021, driven by a doubling of crop production emissions [117] - CH4 from enteric fermentation (41%) and N2O from fertilizer use (33%) are the largest sources of agricultural emissions [118] - Beef cattle are the main contributor to enteric fermentation emissions (81%), followed by dairy cattle (15%) [161] Key Subsectors - The top 5 crops (canola, wheat, soybeans, corn, cannabis) account for 62% of total crop receipts [130] - The top 3 livestock categories (cattle, unprocessed milk, hogs) contribute 75% of total livestock receipts [133] - Beef production emitted 22 Mt CO2e in 2016, the largest share of agricultural emissions [167] Decarbonization Progress - Dairy emissions intensity decreased from 1.03 kg CO2e/liter in 2011 to 0.94 kg CO2e/liter in 2016 [108] - Beef emissions intensity fell from 12.6 kg CO2e/kg live weight in 2013 to 10.4 kg CO2e/kg live weight in 2021 [108] - Canadian canola, wheat, lentils and peas are less carbon-intensive than the same crops grown in France, Germany or the US [108] Target Setting - The SBTi FLAG methodology provides a framework for setting science-based emissions reduction targets in agriculture [25] - FLAG has two approaches: sectoral pathway (-3.03%/year reduction) and commodity pathway for 9 key agricultural products [28][29] - Rabobank and Nordea are among the financial institutions that have adopted SBTi FLAG for target setting [14] Challenges - Measuring emissions is complex due to diverse practices, regional variability, and lack of granular client data [279][280] - Smallholder farmers face barriers to adopting low-carbon practices due to slim profit margins and high upfront costs [124] - Balancing emissions reductions with increasing food production to meet growing global demand is a key challenge [125]
The Best FIFA Men’s Goalkeeper 2024
FIFA· 2024-12-20 01:48
Investment Rating - The report does not provide a specific investment rating for the industry Core Insights - Emiliano Martínez is recognized as the top goalkeeper with a scoring point of 26, followed by Ederson with 16 points and Unai Simón with 13 points [4][6] - The voting results indicate a strong preference for Emiliano Martínez among various voting parties, including coaches, captains, media, and fans [4][6][7] Summary by Relevant Sections - **Voting Results**: Emiliano Martínez received the highest points from coaches (518), captains (529), media (512), and fans (515,903) [4] - **Country Representation**: Emiliano Martínez represents Argentina, Ederson represents Brazil, and Unai Simón represents Spain, showcasing a diverse representation in the top rankings [6] - **Voting Breakdown**: The voting breakdown shows that Emiliano Martínez consistently received first-place votes across multiple countries, indicating widespread recognition of his performance [7][8]
The Best FIFA Women’s Coach 2024
FIFA· 2024-12-20 01:48
Voting Results - Emma Hayes ranked first with 545 points from coaches, 634 points from captains, 584 points from media, and 162,577 points from fans, totaling 23 scoring points [4] - Jonatan Giráldez ranked second with 465 points from coaches, 404 points from captains, 452 points from media, and 252,713 points from fans, totaling 20 scoring points [4] - Arthur Elias ranked third with 170 points from coaches, 122 points from captains, 159 points from media, and 252,796 points from fans, totaling 13 scoring points [4] Voting Breakdown by Country - Emma Hayes received the most first-place votes from captains across multiple countries, including Afghanistan, Algeria, Australia, and England [7][8][9] - Jonatan Giráldez received significant support from captains in countries such as Argentina, Spain, and Denmark [7][8][9] - Sonia Bompastor received notable votes from captains in countries like Angola, Burkina Faso, and France [7][8][9] Voting Breakdown by Media - Emma Hayes received strong media support from countries such as Australia, Austria, and Azerbaijan [18][19][20] - Jonatan Giráldez received significant media votes from countries like Croatia, Denmark, and Germany [18][19][20] - Sonia Bompastor received notable media votes from countries such as Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, and Cambodia [18][19][20] Voting Breakdown by Coaches - Emma Hayes received the most first-place votes from coaches in countries such as Afghanistan, Andorra, and Australia [13][14][15] - Jonatan Giráldez received significant support from coaches in countries like Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Belgium [13][14][15] - Sonia Bompastor received notable votes from coaches in countries such as Cabo Verde, Comoros, and Congo [13][14][15]