Ben Milligan

Dr Ben Milligan is a Scientia Fellow at the University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), affiliated with the Environmental Law Cluster, Centre for Applied Economic Research, and Centre for Ecosystem Science. His work bridges environmental law, policy frameworks, and economic accounting to advance sustainable development.

• Institution: UNSW Sydney
• Research Focus: Ocean governance, natural capital accounting, climate policy integration, and transnational resource management.

Dr Milligan's research explores legal and institutional frameworks for sustainable development, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to marine, mining, and energy sectors. He contributes to global initiatives like the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and advises intergovernmental bodies on ocean policy.

His recent publications highlight innovations in ocean accounting, climate action governance, and synergies between marine spatial planning and policy. Key projects include the Systems and Flows Model for environmental-economic integration and analyses of citizen science in SDG monitoring.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Scientia Fellowship

Dr Milligan supervises applied research on legal challenges in low-income countries, natural capital assessment, and SDG implementation. He collaborates with governments (Australia, Cambodia, UK) and organizations like WWF, UN Environment, and the Global Environment Facility.