10 Emerging Technology Solutions for Planetary Health 2025: A Report by the World Economic Forum
Published: October 15, 2025
The World Economic Forum (WEF), in collaboration with Frontiers, has released a pivotal report entitled 10 Emerging Technology Solutions for Planetary Health. This comprehensive publication arrives at a crucial moment as seven of Earth’s nine planetary boundaries—the natural systems that maintain the stability and balance of our planet—have now been breached.
Addressing Planetary Boundaries Through Innovation
The concept of planetary boundaries refers to the thresholds in Earth’s environmental systems which, if crossed, could result in irreversible and potentially catastrophic ecological damage. The report underscores that the current state of our environment signals urgent action is required to restore these vital limits.
The 10 Emerging Technology Solutions for Planetary Health report sheds light on avant-garde technologies that have the potential to combat the urgent environmental challenges facing the world today. Highlighted breakthroughs include innovations such as:
- Precision Fermentation: This technology enables the creation of proteins and other biomolecules through microbial processes, significantly reducing reliance on resource-intensive agriculture.
- Green Ammonia Production: Offering a sustainable alternative to traditional ammonia synthesis, green ammonia can reduce emissions in agriculture and serve as a potential zero-carbon fuel.
- Modular Geothermal Energy: Scalable geothermal solutions that offer clean, renewable energy with minimal environmental footprint.
- Regenerative Desalination: Advanced water treatment technologies designed to provide sustainable freshwater extraction while restoring surrounding ecosystems.
Multidisciplinary Advances for Sustainable Futures
Beyond these examples, the report explores how advancements in clean energy, materials science, biotechnology, and Earth observation technologies converge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, restore degraded ecosystems, and enable sustainable management of natural resources.
Each technology is critically examined through diverse lenses, including policy frameworks, financial viability, and social equity considerations. This holistic approach ensures responsible scaling, equitable impact, and inclusive access to benefits across various communities worldwide.
Towards a Resilient and Equitable Planetary Health
The collective insight presented by these ten solutions demonstrates a clear message: cutting-edge technologies hold transformative potential to safeguard planetary health. By integrating innovation with sustainable development principles, the report envisions a future that is more resilient, balanced, and equitable for all inhabitants of Earth.
Engaging Experts and Global Discussion
To complement the report, the WEF hosted a dedicated session at the Annual Meetings of the Global Future Councils and Cybersecurity 2025. Esteemed speakers, including Masami Onoda, Yousef Yousef, Sally Mousa, Leigh Ann Winowiecki, and Drew Shindell, shared perspectives on how these technologies can be responsibly deployed in varying contexts.
Additional Resources and Access
The report is available for download in PDF format through the World Economic Forum’s official website, offering policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders full access to its findings. It is published under the WEF’s terms of use, allowing for republication and broader dissemination.
Readers interested in further exploring frontier technologies for planetary balance can also delve into related materials coinciding with the upcoming COP30 conference in Belém, which focus on climate action, nature-based solutions, and the emerging global sustainability narrative.
About the World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum is an international organization committed to improving the state of the world by fostering public-private cooperation. It provides platforms for leaders across governments, business, and civil society to collaborate on the world’s most pressing challenges, including sustainability, climate change, and equitable development.
For full report access and additional information, please visit the World Economic Forum website.
