James Goodman

James Goodman is a Professor in Social and Political Sciences at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), serving as Head of School for Communication. He leads the Climate Justice Research Centre and has been affiliated with UTS since 1996. His work focuses on global politics, socio-cultural change, and climate justice, with expertise in political sociology, international relations, and political economy. He has authored/co-authored six books and edited nine volumes, supervising 19 doctoral students in climate change, NGOs, and international politics.

**Education**:

• PhD in Political Geography, Open University (1992–1995)
• MA in Political Economy, Middlesex University (1990–1992)
• BSc (Econ) in International Relations, London School of Economics (1985–1989)

**Research Interests**:
His research explores climate justice, energy transitions, academic work transformation, and social movements. Key projects include the ARC-funded 'Decarbonising Electricity' and 'The Coal Rush and Beyond,' analyzing renewable energy impacts and coal reliance in India, Germany, and Australia. Recent publications address climate movements, carbon democracy, and academic labor conditions.

**Grants & Leadership**:
He secured multiple ARC grants, including a 2024 project on urban wetlands and a Sydney City-funded heat stress study. He initiated the Climate Justice Research Centre (2017) and co-founded the Research Centre in Cosmopolitan Civil Societies (2006). His work bridges academia and policy, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration.

**Awards & Recognition**:
His books have been praised for originality and depth, with collaborations yielding influential outputs like Beyond the Coal Rush (2020) and Climate Upsurge (2014). He contributes to media platforms like The Conversation, shaping public discourse on climate and higher education issues.