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Kalim Shah is an Associate Professor at the Joseph R. Biden, Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration, University of Delaware. He holds a PhD in Public Policy from George Mason University. His work focuses on energy and environmental governance, climate change, sustainable development, and corporate social responsibility, with a specialization in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). He leads the UD Island Policy Lab, a collaborative platform advancing sustainable policy solutions through interdisciplinary research and partnerships.
Shah’s research addresses governance frameworks for energy transitions, renewable energy adoption in island states, and the intersection of climate change with tourism and extractive industries. His work emphasizes policy design for resilience, equity, and innovation. Recent analyses include bioplastic competitiveness, P2P energy trading mechanisms, and US foreign assistance strategies for island nations.
His publications span energy economics, climate adaptation, and institutional analysis, often employing mixed-method approaches. He collaborates globally with governments, NGOs, and private sectors to bridge research and policy practice. Notable contributions include frameworks for evaluating geothermal energy potential in Caribbean islands and methodologies for assessing livelihood vulnerability to climate impacts.
- Education: PhD in Public Policy, George Mason University
- Key Focus Areas: Energy Policy, Climate Resilience, SIDS Governance, Circular Economy
- Labs/Initiatives: UD Island Policy Lab
