Gig Economy and Sustainability: A Delicate Balance
If you’ve ever ordered a meal through Uber Eats, booked a ride on Lyft, or hired a freelancer on Upwork, you’ve participated in what’s called the gig economy. This new way of working—built on short-term contracts and digital platforms—is booming worldwide. The World Bank estimated that in 2020 the gig economy accounted for 12% of…