Mita Bhattacharya

Mita Bhattacharya is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at Monash University, affiliated with Impact Labs. She specializes in Energy Economics, International Trade, and Applied Microeconomics, with a focus on sustainability and policy-relevant research. Prior to Monash, she taught at the University of Tasmania and the University of Newcastle. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly addressing climate change and sustainable economic practices.

Research Interests: Her key areas include energy productivity, renewable energy deployment, trade dynamics, and the environmental impacts of economic policies. Recent projects include analyzing renewable energy clusters and the role of institutions in sustainable development. She has collaborated with institutions like the OECD and engineering faculties to bridge interdisciplinary gaps.

Publications & Awards: Dr. Bhattacharya has over 85 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like Energy Economics and Applied Energy. Notable work includes studies on CO2 emissions, renewable energy policies, and trade liberalization effects. She received the Applied Energy Awards (2019) for her influential research on renewable energy sources.

Grants & Collaborations: She has secured grants from the Australian Research Council, Tyre Australia, and Taiwan’s National Science Council. Current projects include the Decision Engine for Net Zero initiatives (2022) and analyzing technical change in Australian manufacturing. Her work often emphasizes policy recommendations for both developed and developing nations.

Teaching & Leadership: She serves as Course Director for the Monash Masters in Economics program, demonstrating her commitment to academic leadership and education.