Through research, education and outreach, the Environmental Policy Research Unit (EPRU) works to enhance policy-making in the field of environmental and natural resource economics and support sustainable development and poverty reduction in South Africa and Southern Africa.
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2-year post-doctoral research position at EPRU: Coordination
A 2-year post-doctoral position is available for a SPIA-funded project examining the impact of CGIAR-related innovations in Nigeria. Applicants should be experienced in fieldwork. Applications close: 2025-06-20
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2-year post-doctoral research position at EPRU: Fieldwork
A 2-year post-doctoral position is available for a SPIA funded project examining the impact of CGIAR-related innovations in Nigeria. Applicants should be adept in fieldwork and be required to travel to Nigeria. Application close: 2025-06-20
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Workshop sets the stage for policy-aligned research on natural capital
NatCap held a two-day workshop hosting researchers and policymakers from across Sub-Saharan Africa. It marks the first of NatCap’s renewed efforts to align research with policy priorities within SSA.
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Cleaner cooking in Tanzania: Incentives for LPG stoves can help save forests
Charcoal is used for cooking in many sub-Saharan countries, but has many issues. EfD researchers conducted a study, introducing liquid petroleum gas stoves through either subsidies or credit. They found significant CO2 emission reductions
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