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Tarun Khanna is an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia's School of Public Policy and Global Affairs. His research focuses on energy and climate policy, with a specific interest in energy economics obtained during his PhD at the University of Delhi. Khanna's work includes the synthesis of evidence, policy evaluation, and the functioning of electricity markets in relation to energy development. Before transitioning to academia, he worked as a policy practitioner with organizations such as the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, and the International Energy Agency. His contributions include designing and implementing electricity policies in South Asia and engaging in policy debates during the German energy crisis of 2022. Khanna's teaching and publications encompass a wide range of energy-related topics, and he actively publishes in prominent journals.
University of British Columbia • Vancouver, Canada
Teaching courses related to energy policy and public affairs, focusing on the intersection of economics and climate change.
Mercator Research Institute on Global Commons and Climate Change • Berlin, Germany
Conducted research on global commons and climate change initiatives.
Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.