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Scott McGrane is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Economics at the University of Strathclyde, affiliated with the Fraser of Allander Institute. He serves as a University Chancellor's Fellow (Society and Policy) since 2019 and actively supervises PhD students in environmental economics and human-environment systems.
His educational background includes a PhD in Hydrological Science from the University of Aberdeen (2013), Master of Research in Civil Engineering from the University of Dundee (2009), and BA(Hons) in Geography and Environmental Science from the University of Dundee (2008).
McGrane's research focuses on the economic implications of environmental change, particularly examining water-energy-food system interlinkages and natural resource impacts on economic sectors. His work integrates earth observation technologies through the Global Environmental Measurement and Monitoring (GEMM) Network to inform sub-national climate policies, directly contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean water, climate action, and sustainable cities.
His recent publications demonstrate expertise in water stress analysis and climate impact assessment, with research spanning hydrological systems, political economy, and environmental policy implementation across regional to international scales.
- Awards:
- Honorary Treasurer Election to British Hydrological Society (2018)
- Hydro Nations PhD Scholarship Fellowship (2021)
McGrane leads significant research projects including TRANSitions in Energy for Coastal communities (ESRC-funded, 2024-2028) and climate resilience assessments for minewater geothermal systems. He serves as an IPCC expert reviewer for the Sixth Assessment Report and contributes to the American Geophysical Union's climate change position statements.
His external roles include membership in the Scottish Government's Stewarding Group (2019-2021) and active participation in the GEMM Network, where he collaborates on advancing environmental monitoring technologies for policy development.
