Dr. David Green

Biography

David Green is a professor at the Vancouver School of Economics at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and an International Fellow at the Institute for Fiscal Studies in London. His research primarily focuses on the determinants of wage and employment structures, incorporating both macro and microeconomic perspectives. Green received his Ph.D. from Stanford University and has published extensively in the field of labor economics. His work often bridges empirical analysis with theoretical implications, notably emphasizing the importance of justice in empirical economics. He has served as the chair of the BC Basic Income Panel, where his findings have influenced debates on welfare policies, income inequality, and the effects of minimum wage on employment dynamics. Over his career, Green has explored various aspects of economic policy and labor market transitions, investigating how shifts in policy can impact the social fabric and economic outcomes in Canada. His interests also include the economic implications of immigration, education, and the evolving landscape of labor market dynamics in response to technological changes and demographic shifts.

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