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The IGC works with policymakers in developing countries to promote inclusive and sustainable growth through pathbreaking research.
Joined October 2010
What’s stopping Bangladesh’s garment sector from adopting renewable energy? A new IGC study shows that solar energy makes financial sense, yet smaller factories face financing hurdles. How can the government support the energy transition? https://t.co/JJ5N7JWX8Y
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Waste segregation at the household level is a crucial step in efficient solid waste management in cities, involving a shift in behaviours & norms.@OliverJHarman @The_IGC examines what has typically worked well & what has backfired in India’s waste reforms https://t.co/7DgrfUpVHl
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The segregation of waste at the household level is a crucial step in efficient management of solid waste in cities, involving a shift in behaviours and norms. In this post, Oliver Harman examines...
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On Friday, 7 Nov, as #COP30 launched, Brazil announced a new Open Coalition on Compliance Carbon Markets. Today, economists release a Proposal for a Unified Carbon Market, outlining next steps to strengthen markets, & deliver high-integrity removals. https://t.co/YUdo0LGPXM
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“Multilateralism is the goal, but coalitions of the willing might get us there faster.” As part of our #COP30 series, we asked our economists: What’s one theme that deserves deeper exploration? "Small alliances can move quicker, & scale impact." https://t.co/9zVTEGCQyJ
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"Informal economies are being ignored – it’s crazy.” As #COP30 begins, Abdilahi Ali (@IGC_SFi) reminds us fragile states are leading in climate innovation but global frameworks rarely see it. What climate questions are we overlooking? 🔗 https://t.co/9zVTEGCQyJ
#ClimateAction
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Does #climatechange cause conflict? Evidence shows it can increase risks💥, but context matters. To prevent violence, we need research that looks at local realities, pathways, & broader drivers of conflict. Read more: https://t.co/6jhKVV9Odu
#COP30 #PolicyResearch
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Can “country platforms” unlock trillions for #ClimateAction? Developing countries need $2T/year to meet climate goals, but money isn’t flowing. Country platforms align national plans w/ private investment, turning billions into trillions💰 🔗 https://t.co/6psYYFZ8rz
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Developing countries need over USD 2 trillion annually to meet climate goals – yet investments in adaptation and mitigation continue to fall short. As world leaders gather for COP30, this blog...
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Dr. @sherafghan_asad presents his @IGC_Pakistan research on Vulnerable Markets: Impact of Extreme Flooding on Agricultural Supply Networks in Punjab Pakistan. @HaqMahbub @EconomicsLUMS @The_IGC
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Bangladesh’s banking network has grown from 1,000 to 11,000 branches, but access to finance remains deeply unequal. New PRI research maps where finance fails, revealing stark regional gaps in credit & deposits. 🔗 https://t.co/OfbaompSJg
@IGC_Bangladesh @Dr_Ashikur
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Doing a PhD can be lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. At the 4th ACES Political Economy Summer School in Zanzibar, 23 young researchers came together to learn, & build the future of economic research📊. Read more 👇 https://t.co/DqRGmQWiWh
#PoliticalEconomy #ResearchCommunity
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We're featured in @AfricanBizMag on how the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism could reshape African trade. IGC’s Tim Dobermann notes opportunities for countries powered by renewables, like Mozambique. Read more👉 https://t.co/uK1EYGMgV0
#CBAM #ClimateEconomics
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Europe’s carbon border tax is set to affect the competitiveness of many types of African exports to the European Union.
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🌍 Talk Alert 🌍 Register now: https://t.co/4qwPVr1WcC Last date of registration: November 7, 2025 India Sustainable Growth Hub (ISGH) - a collaboration between @cecfee @ ISI Delhi and the @The_IGC & @LSEnews is hosting a seminar - "From Risk to Resilience: Helping People and
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📢 Call for Papers! The 10th Urbanization & Development Conference (30–31 Mar 2026, DC) invites papers on how cities shape jobs, firms & growth in developing economies. Submit by 8 Dec 2025 https://t.co/Wp5wbwPaPy
#Urbanization #EconomicDevelopment #CallForPapers #EconTwitter
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🌆This #WorldCitiesDay, we reflect on why cities matter for growth. They’re the places where people meet, ideas collide, & innovation takes root. 🎥Watch Why Cities Matter for Growth featuring global voices on urban power. #WorldCitiesDay2025 #InclusiveGrowth @IGC_CtW
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We’re hiring! 📢 We are seeking a Head of Communications (maternity cover) to lead our global comms strategy and showcase research that drives inclusive, sustainable growth. Apply by 16 Nov 2025⬇️ https://t.co/1zI9GAoPzQ
#Hiring #CommsJobs
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Mountains of #waste & rising emissions: our cities face a crisis. But smart systems, community-led solutions, & inclusive policies can turn trash into opportunity: cleaner streets, & a sustainable future.🌱 Learn more: https://t.co/W7JlQx7J2h
#UrbanOctober #WorldCitiesDay
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How can humanitarian organisations deliver aid quickly, safely & at lower cost in fragile settings? 📱New @IGC_Pakistan research shows digital payments can match cash in improving food security & wellbeing, while saving time & money. 📖 https://t.co/KmffO7dWJ9
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