An increasing share of restaurant worker income comes from tips (Square Payroll Index, 2024): The restaurant industry is about 10% of the total U.S. workforce, and the majority of its 12.4M workers rely on tips for significant income. These tips are becoming a larger share of restaurant worker income, but they are also more volatile due to changing consumer behavior and economic downturns.
Despite indications of Silicon Valley’s fall from grace as startup mecca, the reality is that the Bay Area has increased its share of tech startups in recent years.
The premium earned by Americans with advanced degrees (Guy Berger, Ph.D.) – How much more does an advanced degree pay out? It’s the lowest premium since 2000.
Burning Glass looked at major employers and ranks them by % share of payroll working in occupations likely to be disrupted by AI. The results are eye-opening, especially for the Financial Services industry.
To preserve life on land, we must prioritize reforestation and sustainable land-use practices, and protect natural habitats. These are some organizations making contributions to life on land.
Climate action calls for a global commitment to sustainable practices and a transition away from fossil fuels. These are some organizations making contributions to climate action.
Responsible consumption and production requires a shift towards circular economies, where resources are managed efficiently. These are some organizations making contributions to responsible consumption and production.
To achieve zero hunger, we must combat food waste, mitigate climate change, and promote sustainable farming. These are some organizations making contributions to zero hunger.
These companies are driving decarbonization in food systems, revolutionizing agriculture practices to reduce emissions and promote sustainable food production.