volatility and its effects on food security is a complex issue with many dimensions, agricultural and non-agricultural, short and … begins with a discussion of volatility and of the ways in which volatility affects countries, businesses, consumers and … volatility in future. This report offers suggestions for a systematic and internationally coordinated response building on the …

along with average levels. Although price volatility is an intrinsic characteristic of agricultural markets, it has … linkages with more volatile oil prices, including through biofuels, tend to place upward pressure on food price volatility …. These factors are likely to persist in the short-to medium-term suggesting that volatility may be higher in the future than …

Much of the world's built environment is found in urban areas, and cities are thought to be responsible for up to 70 … in the world fuels urban industry, powers urban homes and offices, and moves people within and between cities. This paper …

integrated. As a result, actions to address climate change including World Bank Group investment and lending are missing …

the basis of gender in 141 economies around the world, covering six areas: accessing institutions, using property, getting … opportunities for women. For men and women throughout the developing world, the chance to start and run a business or get a good job …

risk management. In 2011 the world witnessed record losses from disasters caused by natural hazards with estimated costs of …