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Nigel Purvis is a Professor of the Practice at The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, Tufts University. He combines academic expertise with extensive experience as a U.S. diplomat, international lawyer, and leader in climate policy. His affiliations include Climate Advisers (founder/CEO), The Brookings Institution (Senior Fellow), and The Nature Conservancy (Vice President for Policy).
Education:
- Juris Doctor, Harvard University (1990)
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Minnesota (1987)
Research Focus: Climate change policy, international environmental law, carbon markets, and biodiversity conservation. His work bridges diplomacy, business, and academia to advance global climate action. Recent teaching includes courses on Climate Change Policy & Law and International Environmental Law.
Awards:
- National Harry S Truman Scholarship (1987)
- Prize-winning honors graduate at Harvard Law School
Professional Contributions: Directed U.S. foreign policy on environmental issues as Deputy Assistant Secretary of State. Negotiated international treaties and advised senior government officials. Currently advises governments and organizations globally through Climate Advisers.
Labs/Teams: Leads Climate Advisers, a climate policy consultancy, and collaborates with Fletcher students via capstone projects addressing real-world environmental challenges.
