Lutz Kilian

Lutz Kilian is a Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Michigan, affiliated with the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. His research focuses on time series econometrics, empirical macroeconomics, and energy economics, with particular attention to policy impacts on energy markets. His recent work explores how policies like the Renewable Fuel Standard influence market expectations of commodity prices.

His notable research includes a 2017 study with co-authors Baumeister and Ellwanger, examining the Renewable Fuel Standard's effects on ethanol price expectations. This analysis highlights policy-driven shifts in storage demand and risk premiums in futures markets, contributing to debates on energy policy outcomes.

No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Kilian’s office is located at 238 Lorch Hall, with administrative hours M-F 8am-4:30pm. While no student advisees are listed, his research collaborations include prominent institutions like the National Bureau of Economic Research and the Bank of Canada.