Lecturer in Human Geography, Monash University
Benjamin S. Thompson is a Lecturer in Geography at Monash University. His research investigates the governance and financing of environmental management, including approaches such as impact investing, payments for ecosystem services, and applications of digital technology. He evaluates the economic viability, social equity, and environmental effectiveness of these approaches, and highlights implementation challenges related to politics and institutions. He is particularly interested in their implementation in coastal and marine ecosystems.
May 02, 2023 15:24 pm UTC| Nature
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