
YSI @ Funding the Ecological Transition: Financial, Monetary, and Fiscal Policy Approaches
Workshop - Funding the Ecological Transition
Start time:
April 10 - April 12
EDT
Location:
University of Geneva, Geneva, Geneva, 1205
Type:
Workshop

How to attend
Deadline:
9th March 2025
Local Partners
Description
YSI @ Funding the Ecological Transition: Financial, Monetary, and Fiscal Policy Approaches
About the Conference
The climate crisis is undeniable, yet the current political and economic frameworks—rooted in austerity and conventional market practices—are insufficient for an urgent ecological transition. Mainstream approaches often fall short, constrained by outdated paradigms and resistance to new ideas. This is surprising given the wealth of research and innovative solutions from academic institutions and organizations that propose alternative funding methods. These solutions often struggle for recognition because they challenge the status quo. Yet bold, unconventional ideas are essential in this global emergency to secure a sustainable, liveable future.
Many institutions, organizations, and economists are already pushing these boundaries and developing progressive ideas for funding the transition. The challenge now is to connect these efforts, encourage collaboration, and amplify their impact. Students and young scientists play a crucial role as the next generation of economists, bridging academia and on-the-ground organizations. Their fresh perspectives and energy drive new ideas into action. In partnership with the Young Scholar Initiative, the Young Scholar Sessions provide a platform for students and PhD candidates to present their work and engage in discussions. By including topic experts, these sessions promote knowledge exchange across generations and between researchers and practitioners.
The “Rethinking Economics” conference aims to create a space to address this pressing crisis from different perspectives, share knowledge, and connect ideas. With the theme “How to Fund the Ecological Transition?”, the first edition of this conference will address one of the most pressing issues of our time. Taking place in Geneva – an international centre for politics, economics, and sustainability – the conference aims to bring together students, academics, institutions, and organizations to share approaches on how to fund such a transition.
Join Young Scholar Sessions!
Are you a Master’s student, PhD student, or a recent graduate?
Are you conducting research on how fiscal, monetary, or financial policies can promote the ecological transition?
Would you like to present your findings and discuss them with other students and experts in the field?
We invite you to apply to the Young Scholar Sessions, hosted in collaboration with the Young Scholar Initiative (YSI).
How to apply
Application:
- Complete the application form. The same form applies to both presenters and audience members.
- Answer the question: “Do you want to present at the Young Scholar Sessions?” with “Yes”.
- Provide all the required information about the paper you wish to present, including why your paper aligns with the conference’s theme.
- Finally, indicate whether you require funding.
Important Dates:
- March 9, 2025: Application Deadline
- March 17, 2025: Notification of acceptance and funding
- March 25, 2025: Submit the paper you plan to present at the conference by mail to geneve@rethinkeconomics.org
- April 11, 2025: Conference
Funding information
Travel and Accommodation Funding:
Thanks to YSI, some presenters will receive funding to cover travel and/or accommodation costs. Here’s what you need to know:
- Up to €200 per person (in some cases, slightly higher amounts may be approved).
- Please ensure your travel expenses stay within this limit.
- Twin rooms at a hotel about 20 minutes on foot (or 15 minutes by tram) from the venue.
- Rooms will be shared with another participant of the same gender.
- You must be registered on the YSI website before applying. Register here.
- If you don’t require funding, registration is not mandatory.
- Funding decisions will be made during the selection process.
Additional notes
If you are applying for YSI funding and have visa-related questions, issues, or any other inquiries regarding the Call for Papers, please email YSI at: kewg@youngscholarinitiative.org.