Alistair Ulph

Prof Alistair Ulph is a leading academic in environmental economics and sustainable consumption, affiliated with the Sustainable Consumption Institute at the University of Manchester. His research focuses on international environmental agreements, consumer behavior, climate policy, and the intersection of environmental policy with economic theory.

Key research areas include modeling consumer responses to environmental policies, analyzing the role of risk aversion in international agreements, and exploring synergies between climate adaptation and mitigation strategies. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in sustainable consumption and climate action.

Notable contributions include studies on carbon taxation impacts, the value of social conformity in policy design, and dynamic models of sustainable behavior. His interdisciplinary approach bridges environmental science, behavioral economics, and international relations.

Ulph’s publications span high-impact journals like Journal of Environmental Economics and Management and Environmental and Resource Economics, with over 27 peer-reviewed articles. His research has been cited in policy documents and referenced in Wikipedia, demonstrating real-world application.