معرفی
Dr Joshua Lait is a Research Fellow in the Governance of Energy Demand Reduction at the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU) within the University of Sussex Business School. His work focuses on energy policy, climate mitigation strategies, and the co-benefits of demand reduction. Previously, he held roles at the University of Exeter and the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology (POST), where he researched energy storage and policy impacts. Lait holds a PhD in Human Geography from the University of Exeter.
Education:
- PhD in Human Geography, University of Exeter (2020–2025)
- MSc in Environment, Politics and Society, University College London (2018–2020)
- BA in Geography, University College London (2013–2017)
Research Interests: Lait’s interdisciplinary research examines unintended policy consequences, cross-sectoral policy coordination, and the intersection of energy demand reduction with post-growth frameworks. His work spans education, transport, and environmental governance, emphasizing equity and sustainability.
Grants & Projects:
- Funded by EU Horizon (€7,495) for transport policy coordination research
- Co-I on IGNITE Network+ (£19,825.50) addressing barriers for disabled youth in green jobs
- Seedcorn Fund (£2,483) analyzing academy school failures and geographies
Labs/Teams: Active in the Energy Demand Research Centre and Energy Geographies Research Group, focusing on collaborative sustainability solutions.
