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The IGC works with policymakers in developing countries to promote inclusive and sustainable growth through pathbreaking research.
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · Sep 1
Join us for #LSEEnvironmentWeek!

The programme is now live:
🌱Keynote lectures on biodiversity, climate finance & fires
🌱Public lectures on COP30, climate finance & natural capital
🌱World-class academics & policymakers.

🔗https://www.lse-environment-week.com/environment-week-2025 #Sustainability
LSE Environment Week 2025 — LSE Environment Week
The Economics of Environment and Energy Programme (EEE), International Growth Centre (IGC) and Programme on Innovation and Diffusion (POID) within the LSE Economics Department are convening the…
www.lse-environment-week.com
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 4h
🚨BRAND NEW role added: AI Engineer (Consultant)

Find out more: www.theigc.org/about/careers #AI
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 1d
🚨 We're hiring! Two exciting roles: Data Analyst & Head of Zambia Evidence Lab (ZEL).

Work with leading researchers and policymakers to shape data-driven development.

📍 Based in Lusaka | 🌍 Global collaboration | 📈 Real-world impact
Apply now 👉 www.theigc.org/about/careers #EconSky
Head of Zambia Evidence Lab and Data Analyst vacancies
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 1d
🌊🦐 Can shrimp farming support climate adaptation in coastal Bangladesh?

Farmers are responding to rising river and groundwater salinity by converting rice fields into shrimp ponds – but this comes with social and environmental trade-offs

👉 Read more in this new blog: www.theigc.org/blogs/shrimp...
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 6d
An IGC study finds rapid urban growth is driving frequent floods in Zambia, increasing cases of cholera & malaria. But climate-resilient infrastructure, early warnings & stronger health systems can change this.

Read more: www.theigc.org/blogs/hidden...

#SustainableGrowth #UrbanOctober
The hidden health cost of poor urban planning and flooding in Zambia
Rapid urbanisation in Zambia drives flooding and health risks. Climate-resilient infrastructure and data can curb cholera, malaria, and climate impacts.
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 6d
Waste is becoming a make-or-break issue for cities—hurting health, clogging drains, driving emissions + swallowing budgets.

This #UrbanOctober, IGC is sharing research + solutions to improve waste management in cities🌍

Follow for blogs, resources & tools: www.theigc.org/topics/waste
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A person on a bicycle cycling past a rubbish site with smoke arising to illustrate the problem of waste management.
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 8d
Can global fashion brands help clean up Bangladesh’s rivers?

New evidence shows exporting to multinationals improves water quality near garment factories—proof that responsible sourcing works.

Read more: www.theigc.org/blogs/bangla...
Can multinational buyers help curb river pollution by Bangladesh’s garment industry?
Bangladesh’s fashion exports show how sustainable sourcing by global brands can drive river water quality improvements and boost eco-compliance.
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 12d
🚨 Job alert!

If you love the buzz of global events, then take a look at our latest vacancy: IGC Events Manager.

Find out more and apply now at: www.theigc.org/about/careers - deadline closes 17 October 2025.
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 18d
🌍 How can economics shape climate action?

Join our Policy Session on COP at #LSEEnvironmentWeek
Mon 22 Sept | 🕓 16:00–16:45 BST

With Sherry Rehman & Ijaz Nabi (Chair)

🔗https://www.lse-environment-week.com/environment-week-2025

#ClimatePolicy #COP2025 #Econsky
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 19d
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 19d
🌍 Only 3 days to go until #LSEEnvironmentWeek!

📆22–25 Sept

Join us online via Zoom to explore innovation, climate solutions & sustainable growth with leading economists & experts.

Registration & programme: lse-environment-week.com/environment-...
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LSE Eden Centre @edenlse.bsky.social · 19d
This year's #LSEEnvironmentWeek will take place next week on 22-25 September! There's still time to register and explore the fantastic conference programme: www.lse-environment-week.com/environment-...

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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 19d
🌍 From Jan 2026, the EU’s #CBAM will tax carbon-intensive imports, including aluminium.

Should Mozambique adopt a carbon tax, delay alignment, or go first and lead on climate?

Learn more about some strategies: theigc.org/blogs/mozamb...

#CarbonPricing #Econsky
Mozambique's strategic responses to the implementation of CBAM
How the EU’s CBAM impacts Mozambique’s aluminium exports and strategies to balance carbon taxes, revenue, and competitiveness in global markets.
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NOVAFRICA @novafrica.bsky.social · 19d
How can timely information help communities during floods?

Join Prof. Stefan Leeffers @ucl.ac.uk for the next NOVAFRICA – IGC @theigc.bsky.social at #Quelimane 2025 Webinar on:

Information and Floods

📅 Mon, Sep 1 | 1pm (PT) / 2pm (Moz)📍Teams

More info: bit.ly/46XjbDQ
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 21d
How will CBAM impact Mozambique’s economy?

Join the NOVAFRICA–IGC @ Quelimane webinar series (1 Sept – 20 Oct) for insights on:
🔹 Economic development
🔹 Climate change & flooding
🔹 Tax & urban policy

🔗 www.theigc.org/events/novaf...

#Mozambique #ClimatePolicy #SustainableGrowth
NOVAFRICA – IGC @ Quelimane Webinars
Learn about the NOVAFRICA – IGC @ Quelimane 2025 webinar series on economic development in Mozambique.
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 22d
⏰Just 2 hours to go!
The BREAD-IGC virtual PhD course is about to begin with our largest ever cohort.
✅ Registered? Get ready to log in💻
✍️ Not yet? There’s still time: www.theigc.org/events/bread...
Full line-up on the website, here is a snapshot of what's coming up ⬇️ #EconSky
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 23d
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 23d
Bangladesh exports £16.5B of garments to Europe but at huge environmental cost.

Join us at #LSEEnvironmentWeek to discuss:
🌱Are we using water wisely?
🌱Is greener fashion possible?

23 Sept | 12:30 BST / 5:30pm Dhaka
🔗 theigc.org/events/lse-e...

#SustainableFashion #Econsky
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 23d
🌍 Keynote: Climate & Macro
Join us online to explore how climate change & policy affect the global economy.

25 Sept ⏰1:30pm - 2:30pm BST
@swatidhingra.bsky.social, Diego R. Känzig
🎤 Chair: Chetan Ghate

Register: www.lse-environment-week.com/environment-...
#LSEEnvironmentWeek #Macroeconomics
LSE Environment Week 2025 — LSE Environment Week
The Economics of Environment and Energy Programme (EEE), International Growth Centre (IGC) and Programme on Innovation and Diffusion (POID) within the LSE Economics Department are convening the…
www.lse-environment-week.com
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 24d
The BREAD-IGC virtual PhD course starts in just 48 hours with our largest-ever group of participants! 🎉

If you’re in development economics, this must-attend course is a game-changer - just read the testimonials from our last course below.

Find out more: www.theigc.org/events/bread...

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The lecture series addressed a core issue in urban economics - transportation - using both theoretical insights and practical applications. The emphasis on how transportation systems influence economic productivity and urban inequality resonated with attendees, showcasing the tangible impacts of well-designed or poorly implemented policies. The lecture's balanced focus on equity, efficiency, and sustainability further enriched its appeal, making it highly relevant for addressing pressing urban challenges in both developed and developing countries. There was a great combination of theory, practical research and clear research gaps. I felt the language was accessible for someone starting to explore urbanisation economics, and the speakers were very engaging.
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 25d
💸 Keynote: Climate Finance
Join us online to explore how financial markets can accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy.

24 Sept ⏰1:30pm - 2:30pm BST
🎙️ Harrison Hong & Patrick Bolton

🔗 Register: www.lse-environment-week.com/environment-...
#LSEEnvironmentWeek #ClimateFinance
LSE Environment Week 2025 — LSE Environment Week
The Economics of Environment and Energy Programme (EEE), International Growth Centre (IGC) and Programme on Innovation and Diffusion (POID) within the LSE Economics Department are convening the…
www.lse-environment-week.com
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 26d
🔥#LSEEnvironmentWeek 2025
Keynote: Fires

Wildfires are a growing global challenge. Join us online to explore the economics of fires & potential policy responses.

🗓️23 Sept ⏰1:30pm - 2:30pm
@patrickbaylis.bsky.social

🔗Register: www.lse-environment-week.com/environment-...
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NOVAFRICA @novafrica.bsky.social · 27d
Local tax compliance is a key challenge for revenues & governance.

🎙️ Join Prof. @wsandholtz.bsky.social @NovaSBE for the next NOVAFRICA – IGC @theigc.bsky.social at Quelimane 2025 Webinar on:

Willingness to Pay Local Taxes

📅 Mon, Sep 15 | 1pm PT / 2pm Moz
📍 Online via Teams: bit.ly/48awYHy
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 27d
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 27d
#LSEEnvironmentWeek 2025: Biodiversity

Join us online to explore the urgent challenge of #biodiversity loss & the economic innovations needed to address it.

22 Sept | 2:45pm - 3:45pm BST
🎙️@bardharstad.bsky.social

Register: lse-environment-week.com/environment-...
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International Growth Centre @theigc.bsky.social · 29d
⏳ Time is running out! Register now for the FREE Bread-IGC PhD course on social protection starting on 16 Sep. Open to anyone with a foundation in PhD-level coursework.
🗓️ Weekly for 12 weeks
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BREAD-IGC virtual PhD course on social protection 2025
Join the BREAD-IGC virtual PhD course 2025 to deepen your understanding of social protection challenges and policies.
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