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Dr. Tadhg O'Mahony serves as Assistant Professor in Environmental Policy at University College Dublin (UCD) and holds an Adjunct Professor position in Finland. His academic work centers on sustainability, wellbeing, and transformations within environmental policy frameworks.
His research spans several critical areas:
- Sustainability science and policy development
- Climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies
- Economic growth versus degrowth theoretical frameworks
- Future generations policy and intergenerational justice
- Wellbeing metrics and sustainable development indicators
- Biodiversity conservation policy and implementation
Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on developing sustainability frameworks that bridge economic and environmental considerations. His work on Ireland's Climate Change Assessment demonstrates national policy impact, while research on Spain's Sustainable Economic Welfare Index shows international comparative expertise. O'Mahony's scholarship particularly addresses the tension between traditional economic growth models and ecological constraints.
Dr. O'Mahony actively engages with governmental bodies, having addressed the Joint Oireachtas Committee regarding establishment of a Commission for Future Generations in Ireland. His February 2025 event hosting Jane Davidson, architect of the Welsh Future Generations Act, highlights his commitment to translating academic research into practical policy applications.
