“Good science” needs purpose, accountability and an explicit ethical stance
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Restarting the Future: How to Fix the Intangible Economy
The intangible economy, which is based on assets such as software, data, design and branding, is reshaping the world. But it also poses major challenges for policymakers, businesses and workers.
Jonathan Haskel, Professor of Economics at Imperial Business School, and Stian Westlake propose a new agenda for addressing these challenges and unlocking the potential of the intangible economy.
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Phasing out coal would save the world $78 trillion
Imperial Business School researchers find the move would save 1.2 per cent of current world GDP every year until the end of the century.
Why renewable energy outperforms fossil fuels
Analysis by Imperial’s Centre for Climate Finance & Investment shows how renewable energy has benefitted from technological improvements, policy support and lower financing costs.
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Joan Woodward Memorial Lecture 2026: Dame Julia Hoggett DBE
As part of this year’s International Women’s Day theme, Give to Gain, we are joined by Dame Julia Hoggett DBE (Chief Executive Officer, London Stock Exchange) and Professor Peter Todd (Dean, Imperial Business School) for an insightful fireside chat.
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