
About
André Plourde is a Full Professor in the Department of Economics at Carleton University, affiliated with the Faculty of Public and Global Affairs. He holds a B.A. and M.A. from the University of New Brunswick and a Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia. Fluent in French and English, his research focuses on energy economics and resource economics, with expertise in Canadian energy policy, energy-environment interactions, and fiscal aspects of oil sands development. He has authored significant publications on topics ranging from futures markets to environmental impact assessments of oil sands.
Education:
- B.A. (New Brunswick)
- M.A. (New Brunswick)
- Ph.D. (British Columbia)
Research Interests: Professor Plourde’s work bridges energy policy, environmental sustainability, and fiscal frameworks. He examines how economic policies influence energy markets, particularly in Canada’s oil sands sector. His research often integrates quantitative analysis to address challenges such as tax regimes, environmental regulations, and energy demand modeling.
Publications Trends: His recent work highlights analysis of oil sands fiscal policies, environmental impacts, and energy demand dynamics. Collaborations include studies on futures markets and interdisciplinary reports with organizations like the Royal Society of Canada.
Advising & Grants: No specific advising or grant information is listed here, though his research likely involves graduate student mentorship given his academic rank.
Lab/Team Affiliations: Not explicitly stated in available data.



