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Junjie Zhang is a Professor at Duke University's Nicholas School of the Environment and Director of the Initiative for Sustainable Investment at Duke Kunshan University. Previously, he held roles as Associate Professor at UC San Diego and Volkswagen Visiting Chair in Sustainability at Tsinghua University's Schwarzman College. He founded Duke Kunshan's Environmental Research Center and International Master of Environmental Policy Program. His research focuses on climate change economics, green finance, and sustainable development, with particular attention to energy transition and environmental policy in China.
Education:
- B.S., Renmin University of China
- B.S. & M.S., Tsinghua University
- Ph.D., Duke University (2008)
Research Interests: Zhang explores empirical issues in climate change mitigation, green finance mechanisms, and environmental policy effectiveness. His work often addresses carbon pricing, regional carbon markets, and the interplay between environmental regulation and economic outcomes. Recent projects include studies on ocean-based carbon removal strategies and the valuation of natural capital in China.
Grants & Funding: His research has been supported by scientific foundations, multilateral banks (e.g., World Bank), financial institutions, and philanthropic organizations. Notable grants include funding for ocean carbon dioxide removal (CDR) studies in China and collaborative NSF projects on climate impacts on fisheries.
Professional Roles:
- Chief Economist, Green Finance Forum of 60
- Independent Board Member, Huatai Securities Asset Management & Changjiang Pension Insurance
- Editorial Board Member, multiple economic journals
Labs & Initiatives: Leads Duke Kunshan's Environmental Research Center, a hub for interdisciplinary environmental policy research and education programs.
