Gerard David

Gerard David is a Professor of Economics at Lawrence University since 2009, affiliated with the Department of Economics. His research focuses on environmental and regulatory economics, with a particular emphasis on climate policy, energy systems, and the intersection of technology and governance.

His work explores challenges such as carbon capture and sequestration (CCS), environmental justice in industrial siting, and the regulatory frameworks governing emerging technologies. Notable contributions include analyses of transaction costs in NBA ownership structures and the application of GIS tools to assess environmental disparities around petroleum refineries.

Dr. David’s publications span interdisciplinary topics like climate change adaptation, behavioral microfoundations in socio-economic systems, and long-term risk management for carbon sequestration projects. He has also engaged with historical and legal dimensions of environmental policies, including the evolution of US mining laws and wilderness preservation.