Harvard Kennedy School
As the world transitions to a lower carbon economy, new industries, markets, and paths to economic prosperity are emerging. Join Harvard faculty Ricardo Hausmann and Daniel Schrag for a 1-hour webinar on how the current energy transition is reshaping economic opportunity around the world—opening new doors for some and posing threats to others—and explore what […]
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, […]
This event is part of the CIGI Speaker Series The Canadian Standard of Living, Productivity and Innovation hosted by the Centre for International Governance Innovation. Productivity, innovation adoption and standard of living are intrinsically linked. Due to lagging productivity, Canada’s standard of living has dramatically declined, particularly in the last two decades — a trend […]
In this Academic Research Seminar, Luis Garicano will present his paper "Training in the Age of AI: A Theory of Career Viability." Speaker: Luis Garicano, Professor of Public Policy, London School of Economics Authors: Luis Garicano & Luis Rayo Paper Abstract: Across the economy, juniors pay for training by doing menial tasks. Al now performs an increasing […]
Despite significant political volatility and external shocks Peru has been able to maintain remarkable macroeconomic stability. At the same time, enormous deficiencies remain regarding access to basic services, inclusion, and social and political development. What explains the discordance between Peru’s macroeconomic success and the country’s failure in terms of development? What might an inclusive growth […]
Despite their reliance on coal, oil, and natural gas for revenue and jobs, Wyoming and New Mexico are actively seeking to diversify their economies amid a changing energy landscape. In this webinar, Growth Lab research fellows Tim O'Brien and Juan Carlos Orrego Zamudio will share research insights from our work in New Mexico, including the fiscal risks […]
After a decade of stagnation, Ecuador finds itself at a critical yet promising moment to revitalize its economy. With its recent return to international markets and progress in strategic trade negotiations — such as those with the United States — the country has the opportunity to launch a new stage of economic and productive development. […]
What does entrepreneurship really mean, and why does it matter? America has a unique entrepreneurial edge. Its innovation engine, shaped by culture, markets, and policy has powered some of the world’s most transformative Ideas. What makes it different, and why does it continue to matter today? Join us for a conversation with Howard Wolk (MC/MPA […]
In this Academic Research Seminar, Frank van der Wouden will present his paper, co-authored by Zixuan Zhang, “Who Captures Knowledge Spillovers? Academic Mobility and the Geography of Scientific Inequality." Speaker: Frank van der Wouden, Assistant Professor of Economic Geography and Innovation Studies Authors: Frank van der Wouden and Zixuan Zhang Paper Abstract: Does physical proximity […]
An introduction to Australia's flagship economic development programme in Cambodia, CAPRED (Cambodia Australia Partnership for Resilient Economic Development). The session will focus on CAPRED's Policy Hub; an advisory team that works with government to support policy implementation. The Policy Hub operates on a demand-driven basis; taking on specific, time-sensitive problems as they arise and working […]