Firm Perspectives and S patial Economic Implications
The transition to a low-carbon ec onomy is essential to limit the effects of climate change. However, t his shift requires massive investments—up to 6% of global GDP per y ear. In her research, Sacha de Nijs examines how these investments ca n be used more effectively, and how their impacts are distributed acr oss regions.
She shows that companies do not always invest effi ciently in green technologies, due to market failures or lack of info rmation. Governments play a crucial role here: not only by pricing ca rbon emissions, but also by removing barriers to investment and accel erating the diffusion of sustainable technologies. Regional differenc es must be taken into account, as not all areas have equal access to renewable energy sources or the same economic structure. Policy respo nses must therefore be tailored to local contexts.
De Nijs also demonstrates that combining different research methods helps address complex questions and leads to more broadly applicable, policy-relev ant insights. Her work provides valuable guidance for policymakers, e conomists, and investors working towards a fair and effective climate transition.
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DESCRIPTION: The transition to a low-carbon economy is essential to li mit the effects of climate change. However, this shift requires massi ve investments—up to 6% of global GDP per year. In her research, Sa cha de Nijs examines how these investments can be used more effective ly, and how their impacts are distributed across regions. She shows t hat companies do not always invest efficiently in green technologies, due to market failures or lack of information. Governments play a cr ucial role here: not only by pricing carbon emissions, but also by re moving barriers to investment and accelerating the diffusion of susta inable technologies. Regional differences must be taken into account, as not all areas have equal access to renewable energy sources or th e same economic structure. Policy responses must therefore be tailore d to local contexts. De Nijs also demonstrates that combining differe nt research methods helps address complex questions and leads to more broadly applicable, policy-relevant insights. Her work provides valu able guidance for policymakers, economists, and investors working tow ards a fair and effective climate transition. Read the news item about the research here More information on the thesis Firm Perspectives and Spatial Economic Implications END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR