Institute for New Economic Thinking
The Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) is a globally respected nonprofit think tank committed to reimagining the foundations of economic thought. Established in 2009, INET works to reshape the discipline of economics so it can more effectively address the complex social, environmental, and financial challenges of the 21st century. The organization bridges fields such as macroeconomics, complexity science, environmental policy, inequality, and technological change to advance innovative, interdisciplinary research. Through academic partnerships, grantmaking, thought leadership, and its Young Scholars Initiative, INET cultivates a new generation of economists focused on real-world impact. By promoting diverse perspectives and rigorous inquiry, INET plays a pivotal role in driving forward a more inclusive, resilient, and relevant economic paradigm.
ABOUT INET
The Institute for New Economic Thinking (INET) is a multidisciplinary research center that applies cutting-edge insights from the social and physical sciences to address pressing global economic challenges.
INET’s research spans both theoretical and applied economics, embracing diverse methodologies to tackle the complex issues of the 21st century, from financial instability to inequality and climate change.
Headquartered in New York, with affiliated programs at the University of Cambridge and the Oxford Martin School, INET is committed to rethinking traditional economic paradigms in order to better respond to social, environmental, and technological shifts.
Founded in 2009 with support from George Soros and other philanthropic partners, INET operates as an independent nonprofit focused on advancing a more inclusive and policy-relevant economic discourse.
INET KEY PROGRAMS
Young Scholars Initiative
A global network for early-career researchers exploring alternative economic paradigms, convening workshops, regional summits, and peer learning.
Research & Grants
INET awards grants to academics pursuing innovative research on financial instability, climate change economics, labor, and inequality.
Academic Partnerships
Collaborates with leading institutions such as Cambridge, Oxford, and Copenhagen to host centers on heterodox economics and imperfect knowledge.
Publications & Content
Regular working papers, commentary, articles, and podcasts like Economics and Beyond with Rob Johnson bridge academia and policy.
Events & Conferences
Hosts large events—often involving Nobel laureates, policymakers, and global scholars—focused on evolving economic paradigms, climate resilience, policy reform, and systems thinking.