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How the new U.S. energy justice leader develops ideas

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Shalanda Baker is making equity central to the transition away from fossil fuels.

May 12, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Fintech

4 ways to boost blockchain in consumer finance

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Executives from Ripple, Coinbase, and other cryptocurrency companies offer 4 ideas to promote consumer adoption of blockchain finance technology.

Apr 27, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Public Policy

Three mayors on building more equitable cities

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Mayors of Boston, Chicago, and San Francisco discuss efforts to foster equity in housing, income, and city contracts.

Apr 26, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Behavioral Economics

Podcast: Why we aren’t at ‘peak car’ yet

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Two MIT researchers discuss what it will take for alternative transportation to supplant car ownership.

Mar 22, 2021
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Countering violent extremism with data and dedication

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Counterterrorism expert Humera Khan harnesses diverse perspectives to anticipate and prevent violent extremism via her think tank, Muflehun.

Mar 10, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Behavioral Science

Study: Emphasizing vaccine acceptance could boost immunization rates

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Public messaging emphasizing that others are getting a COVID-19 vaccine is one effective way to overcome vaccine hesitancy, according to a new study.

Mar 8, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Public Policy

New narratives and policy for diverse entrepreneurship

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To close the opportunity gap in entrepreneurship, policymakers must be honest about who succeeds and why.

Feb 23, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Public Policy

Energy justice is a rising priority for policymakers

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Communities of color bear the brunt of energy-related social, economic, and health burdens. Shalanda Baker explains how energy justice can help.

Jan 27, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Economy

New data on small business spending during COVID-19

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Small business owners voluntarily cut personal consumption by 40% early in the pandemic. A coordinated national response could have helped.

Jan 25, 2021
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Ideas Made to Matter Economy

Softening the blow of COVID-19 bankruptcies

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New research suggests accommodations by banks and the courts can help at least some small businesses survive bankruptcy.

Dec 15, 2020
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