Nicola has joined the Climate Change and Energy Economics team at DNA. She holds an M.Comm degree in Development Economics from the University of the Cape Town, and has recently returned from the University of Cambridge where she completed an MPhil in Development Studies. Prior to joining DNA Economics, she held part-time positions whilst studying – at both Change Pathways and Acacia Economics.
The former involved research with respect to the carbon abatement strategies and potentials of various industries, carbon emission calculations and reporting (CDP), just transition strategies, and the overall sustainability reporting for companies in different sectors. The latter involved working on a variety of industrial competition and regulatory policy projects throughout Africa. Nicola has a particular interest in energy policy, industry and competition, sustainability, and education in emerging economies.