Dr. Werner Antweiler

Associate Professor

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Biography

Werner Antweiler is an Associate Professor at the UBC Sauder School of Business, specializing in the areas of Environmental Economics and International Trade. He holds a Diplom-Volkswirt from Köln and a PhD from Toronto. His research work focuses extensively on the interplay between environmental policies and trade dynamics, with significant contributions to understanding economic models related to energy and environmental issues. Antweiler has published numerous articles in leading academic journals, addressing topics such as price forecasting in electricity storage, the effects of renewable energy on merit order, and the implications of emission trading systems. His work has been recognized for its practical relevance in shaping public policy and influencing innovation in the energy sector. In addition to his research, he teaches courses related to economics policy, energy, and international trade at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Antweiler is an advocate for sustainable economic practices and is actively engaged in discussions related to economic policy formation.

Research Interests

Courses

Economics Policy Environment, Energy Natural Resources (BCom) Integrated Global Economy: Past, Present, Future (MBA)

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.