Madhavi Venkatesan

Madhavi Venkatesan is an Adjunct Professor at Vermont Law School, specializing in integrating sustainability into economics education. She holds a PhD in Economics from Vanderbilt University and has published extensively on sustainable practices.

• Education:
  • PhD, MA, BA in Economics, Vanderbilt University
  • MA in Economics, Harvard University
  • MELP, Vermont Law School

Research Interests: Madhavi focuses on applying economic principles to sustainability challenges, including environmental policy, sustainable development, and green economics. Her work bridges theoretical economics with practical solutions for reducing human-made environmental impact.

Publications: Her notable work includes the 2019 publication SDG8 – Sustainable Economic Growth and Decent Work for All, contributing to academic discourse on the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Scientific Awards:

• USA Today Woman of the Year (Massachusetts, 2024)
• MacMillan Learning Instructor Innovation Award (2024)
• Fulbright Distinguished Lectureship
• Massachusetts Governor’s Citation for nonprofit efforts

Nonprofit Leadership: She founded and serves as Executive Director of Sustainable Practices, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, leading campaigns such as the Municipal Plastic Bottle Ban and Plastic Reduction Initiative in Barnstable County, Massachusetts.