Nicolas Befort

Nicolas Befort is a Full Professor at NEOMA Business School, specializing in the economics of ecological transition and sustainable practices. He serves as the head of the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Development Chair. His research focuses on bioeconomy, institutional economics, and innovation dynamics, particularly in the context of ecological transition. He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Reims Champagne Ardenne.

His research explores the intersection of ecological economics, institutional change, and sustainable agriculture. Key themes include bioeconomic policy, circular economy frameworks, and the role of firms in global value chains. He has published extensively in journals like Ecological Economics, Research Policy, and Technological Forecasting and Social Change.

Befort's recent work analyzes bioeconomic narratives, sustainability transitions, and the governance of ecological innovations. His publications highlight tensions between technological lock-ins and transformative policies. He frequently presents at international conferences on sustainability transitions and bioeconomic governance.

• Education: PhD in Economics (University of Reims Champagne Ardenne)
• Grants: Multiple academic partnerships and funded projects on bioeconomy and sustainability
• Labs/Teams: Leads the Bioeconomy and Sustainable Development Chair at NEOMA