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Sustainable responses to global challenges

What does a sustainable future look like, and how do we get there? At LSE our researchers are exploring innovative ideas to understand and reshape the systems of finance, economy, politics and society that stand in the way of change, convened by the Global School of Sustainability.

Future proof video series

In 2026, our "Future proof" series goes behind the scenes with some of LSE’s sustainability experts to understand more about what a sustainable and resilient future looks like, and how the social sciences will help us build it. Episodes released on the second Tuesday of every month.

Why wildfires are becoming impossible to control | LSE Future Proof

Dr Thomas Smith
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A firefighter in a tree in a raging wildfire

How Gulf cities could be rebuilt with people in mind | LSE Future Proof

Dr Alexandra Gomes
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Busy road infrastructure

Videos and podcasts

What are the environmental costs of AI?

Professor Nick Couldry and Dr Eugenie Dugoua explore in this episode of the LSE iQ podcast
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Why are our rivers and seas polluted by sewage?

LSE IQ
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Do we need to drive?

LSE IQ
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Understanding the sixth mass extinction

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