Dimitri Zenghelis

Dimitri Zenghelis is a Visiting Senior Fellow and Special Advisor to the Bennett Institute for Public Policy at the University of Cambridge, where he focuses on climate change economics and policy development. He is also a member of the Productivity Institute and maintains strong connections with the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change at the London School of Economics, where he previously served as Principal Research Fellow and Co-Head of Policy. His career spans significant roles in government economic policy, including heading the Stern Review Team at the Office of Climate Change and serving as Head of Economic Forecasting at HM Treasury, as well as advisory positions with organizations like Cisco (2008-2013).

Zenghelis's research centers on the macroeconomic aspects of climate change and the design of policy regimes for tackling harmful climate change. His work bridges economic theory with practical policy implementation, focusing on how countries can achieve economic growth while transitioning to low-carbon economies. He has made significant contributions to understanding the economic implications of climate policies, the role of investment in sustainable development, and the integration of climate considerations into macroeconomic frameworks. His research particularly emphasizes the opportunities presented by green transitions rather than viewing climate action solely as a cost.

Analysis of Zenghelis's recent publications reveals a strong focus on the intersection of climate policy, economic recovery, and long-term sustainable development. His work increasingly addresses the practical implementation challenges of net zero transitions, with particular attention to the UK context but also extending to international frameworks like China's Five-Year Plans and global climate negotiations. A notable trend is his emphasis on the economic opportunities presented by climate action, challenging conventional narratives that frame environmental protection as economically burdensome. His research methodology often combines economic modeling with policy analysis to provide actionable insights for decision-makers.

Zenghelis has played a significant role in shaping climate policy discourse through his contributions to major reports and policy briefings. His work has directly informed UK climate policy development and contributed to international climate negotiations, particularly around the Stern Review and COP meetings. He frequently collaborates with leading economists and policymakers, including Nicholas Stern and Cameron Hepburn, amplifying the impact of his research.

His policy engagement spans multiple dimensions of climate economics, from macroeconomic modeling of low-carbon transitions to practical policy design for emissions reduction. Zenghelis has been particularly active in demonstrating how climate action can be integrated with economic growth strategies, challenging the perceived trade-off between environmental protection and economic prosperity. His work has influenced both academic discourse and practical policy development in the UK and internationally.