Economic Good News

Former MP and UK Secretary of State for International Development, Rory Stewart recently gave a TED Talk, describing his solution to ending extreme poverty around the world.

Maggie Rogers just dropped her third album "Don't Forget Me," and will soon take it on tour. But first — she's selling tickets in-person at box offices.

Four organizations in the city and a national partner used their relationships and data to reduce homelessness toward “functional zero.”

In late January, groups of volunteers around the country set out on foot and in vehicles in search of individuals experiencing homelessness.

A new state law is ushering in several changes to the state’s community solar program, with developers seeing new rules and requirements, as well as new opportunities.

A coalition of 55 organizations and over 50 celebrities, including Susan Sarandon and Patton Oswalt, launched the digital climate protest advocating for climate-friendly options in Americans' 401(k) plans.

Nonprofit Collective Fashion Justice coined the term "total ethics fashion" to create a holistic framework for a sustainable future in fashion.

The agency will offer upfront cash payments to disaster survivors and slash some of its infamous red tape.

The "Governerds," raised over $1 million in December 2023, ultimately relieving over $170 million in debt for 142,830 families.

The coalition is dedicated to ensuring the world’s top retail corporations commit to zero-emission maritime shipping by 2030.

The developments highlight the growing commitment to climate action in Africa and the continent's potential to play a leading role in the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

There are numerous good news stories in 2024 that offer hope and highlight positive progress in the world. Here are just a few!