Dean Ansell

Dean Ansell is an Associate Professor at The Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the ANU College of Law, Governance and Policy and ANU Law School. His research focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of environmental markets, particularly in biodiversity conservation and climate outcomes through cost-effective policies. He holds a B. App.Sc. (Ecology) (Hons) and a PhD (Biodiversity Conservation).

Education:

• B. App.Sc. (Ecology) (Hons), ANU
• PhD (Biodiversity Conservation), ANU

Research Interests:

• Biodiversity conservation in agricultural landscapes
• Cost-effectiveness of conservation investments
• Incentive-based schemes for biodiversity conservation
• Integration of agricultural production and biodiversity
• Metrics for prioritizing conservation investments

His work spans policy design, evaluation of conservation tenders, and collaboration with organizations like NSW National Parks and Wildlife and the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust. He has also contributed to international projects in the South Pacific and Africa, focusing on sustainable livelihoods and biodiversity conservation.

Projects:

• Nature Repair Scheme method development (2024–2026)
• Sustainable Farms - Agriculture Biodiversity Stewardship Pilots (2023–2028)
• National Stewardship Trading Platform Phase 2 (2022–2026)

Dean's research emphasizes policy evaluation and carbon market integrity, addressing challenges in emissions reduction and biodiversity outcomes through interdisciplinary approaches.