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Professor Ivan Diaz-Rainey is a leading international expert in climate and sustainable finance, holding dual roles as a Professor at Griffith University (Australia) and an Honorary Professor at the University of Otago (New Zealand). He specializes in climate finance, carbon markets, energy finance, and financial regulation, with notable contributions to green Fintech and environmental policy. His work has secured over AUD$7 million in competitive research funding, including the STRAND Marsden Fund project on climate risks to property values.
Education:
- PhD in Finance, University of East Anglia, UK
- MSc Investment Analysis, University of Stirling, UK
- MA (Hons.) in Economics, University of Edinburgh, UK
Research Interests: His research focuses on climate finance dynamics, including carbon pricing mechanisms, energy transition pathways, and financial stability under climate change. He explores innovative solutions like green Fintech and policy frameworks for sustainable investment. His interdisciplinary approach bridges finance, environmental science, and public policy.
Grants & Awards:
- STRAND Marsden Fund Project ($869,000 NZD, 2021–2024)
- Queensland Reconstruction Authority Grant ($600,000, 2024–2027)
- Former Jean Monnet Fellow, European University Institute
Advisory & Outreach: He advises institutions like the European Central Bank, Asian Development Bank, and New Zealand Ministry for the Environment. His recent roles include Visiting Fellow at the Edinburgh Futures Institute and Advisor to the Florence School of Banking and Finance.
Labs & Collaborations: Active member of Griffith Asia Institute and Climate Action Beacon. Collaborates with organizations such as GNS Science, NIWA, and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand on climate-risk projects.
