Thang Do

Dr. Thang Do is a Research Fellow in the Zero-Carbon Energy for Asia-Pacific Grand Challenge Program at the Crawford School of Public Policy, Australian National University (ANU). He specializes in policy-oriented research addressing climate change, energy transition, water governance, and sustainable cities, with a regional focus on Vietnam, the Mekong Delta, and Southeast Asia. His work bridges environmental economics and practical policy solutions, informed by over 25 years of experience in regional environmental governance roles.

Education:

• PhD in Environmental Economics (ANU, 2008) – Thesis: 'Impacts of dyke management strategies on Wetland Values in the Mekong Delta'
• Master of Environment Management and Development (ANU)
• Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (BCIT, Canada)

Research interests emphasize energy transition pathways, carbon pricing mechanisms, cross-border electricity trade, and the water-energy-environment nexus. Recent work highlights Vietnam's coal phase-out challenges, Southeast Asia's offshore wind governance, and policy barriers to clean energy adoption. He advises on UN-led energy transition initiatives and serves as a focal point for ASEAN climate policy frameworks.

Key projects include the ANU-led 'Renovating Cost-Benefit Analysis of Public Water Infrastructure' and 'Scoping Study on Australian Engagement in Vietnam's Energy Sector.' His publications span Energy Policy, Climate Policy, and Asia Pacific Policy Studies, with over 486 citations.

Advising/Grants:

• Convenor of UN Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership Roundtables
• Prior roles: Deputy Director General of Vietnam's Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, ASEAN Climate Change Working Group Chair
• Recipient of Global Environment Facility (GEF) operational leadership roles

Labs/Teams: Active in ANU's Resources, Environment and Development research cluster, contributing to the Zero-Carbon Energy Grand Challenge Program.