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Industrial Policy in Action: Lessons from Over a Decade at the Department of Energy

Allison Dining Room (T-520)
  • Development Talks
  • Hybrid

The energy sector stands at an inflection point. After 15 years of remarkable change, the convergence of surging electricity demand, climate pressures, and emerging industries promises even more rapid transformation. This presentation and discussion draws on Garrett's experience at the Department of Energy and Waypoint Strategy Group to explore the path from research to commercialization, […]

From Vacant Houses to Growth-Ready Capabilities: A Place-Based Growth Diagnostic

Malkin Penthouse (L-P-9)
  • Development Talks
  • Hybrid

This talk explores housing vacancy as a source of insight into how cities can unlock new growth opportunities. Using Baltimore as a case study, it highlights how strengthening institutional coordination, capital access, and prevention capacity can shape more resilient development trajectories. The talk connects place-based innovation to Growth Lab frameworks on capabilities, complexity, and structural […]

Beyond One-Size-Fits-All: Targeting Place-Based Policies for Canada’s Low-Carbon Transformation

Perkins Room - R-429 Rubenstein 4th floor
  • Academic Research Seminars
  • Hybrid

In this Academic Research Seminar, Jacob Greenspon will present his paper "Beyond One-Size-Fits-All: Targeting Place-Based Policies for Canada's Low-Carbon Transformation." Speaker: Jacob Greenspon, Doctoral candidate in Economics, University of Oxford and Research Manager, HKS Reimagining the Economy Project Whether attending in person or virtually, please register in advance. Paper Abstract: Negative labour demand shocks are often regionally concentrated. […]

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