Jessica Coria

Professor Jessica Coria is an Associate Professor in the Department of Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, and served as a Visiting Researcher at CESifo during February 2023. Her academic career centers on environmental policy design within the economics discipline.

Her educational foundation includes:

• PhD in Economics, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
• MA in Public Policy, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
• BSc in Economics, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
• BSc in Business, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

Coria's research investigates optimal environmental policy frameworks through theoretical and applied modeling. She examines how regulations drive emission reductions, clean technology investments, and compliance behaviors, with current projects analyzing multi-governance effects and data gaps in regulatory implementation. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges economics with other fields to address complex environmental challenges.

Recent publications demonstrate consistent focus on energy-environment intersections, particularly market-based instruments like tradable green certificates. Her 2024 working paper on vertical integration in these markets reflects ongoing analysis of regulatory structures for sustainable transitions.

Professional recognition includes significant editorial roles:

• Associate Editor, Resource and Energy Economics
• Scientific Board Member, Journal of Environmental Economics and Management

As an active researcher, Coria leads projects examining institutional frameworks for environmental policy. Her work involves international collaboration through visiting positions and co-authored research, contributing to the University of Gothenburg's expertise in regulatory economics.