About the role
Environmental economists analyze economic aspects of environmental issues and resource management. They may have an academic background in economics with a focus on environmental and resource economics. Their work contributes to shaping policy and strategies for sustainable development.Responsibilities
Environmental economists evaluate the costs and benefits of environmental actions and resource use. They work on designing economic incentives for environmental improvements and assess the effects of environmental legislation. They also contribute to the development of environmentally friendly economic policies and the pricing of natural resources.Skills and tools
Environmental economists need strong analytical skills and knowledge in statistics and econometrics. They use tools such as cost-benefit analyses and environmental accounting. A good understanding of environmental science and policy formulation is also important in their work. Common competencies demanded by employers are nationalekonomi, miljöekonomi and miljöfrågor.