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About
Dr. Monkelbaan is a Senior Fellow in the Climate & Sustainability Department. He has 20+ years of experience in international organizations, think tanks, government, and the private sector. His research interests are in climate change, trade, competitiveness, and geopolitics. Dr. Monkelbaan has taught on these topics, and he has led numerous high-level research and advisory projects in institutions such as the United Nations and the World Economic Forum. He holds Masters degrees in Law and in Economics, a Ph.D. in Sustainability Science from the University of Geneva, and a Specialization in Finance from Harvard Business School.
Publications
19 December 2024
Navigating the Trade and Climate Change NexusAs global efforts to tackle climate change intensify, the intersection of trade and climate policy is increasingly critical. Trade can drive access to clean energy technologies and promote sustainable practices but also risks amplifying emissions through carbon-intensive industries a...