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Freelance, independent researcher, Joel Marsden of Sustainable Economics, facilitating a workshop on skills and training for green jobs.

I provide technical advice and consulting services at the intersection of economic stability, environmental health and social equity. My approach is collaborative and evidence-based, helping partners design and execute projects that turn complex data into actionable policy. Read more about my professional background and experience.  

Services: Technical analysis | Strategic advisory  

I am a flexible partner, providing anything from long-term project leadership to targeted expert advice for just a few days. My work often involves using tools like the UN System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA) and SDGs to build a solid evidence base. Consequently, I make sure all briefings and methodologies are technically robust, practical, and actionable. 

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Evidence-based strategy and analysis

I bridge the gap between data-driven insights and on-the-ground realities. By combining quantitative and qualitative approaches, I provide a comprehensive view of how trade, industry, labour markets and the environment interact.

Technical analysis and data

I apply a range of quantitative methods to identify trends, assess systemic risks, and evaluate how economic and environmental systems interact:

  • Trade and policy analysis: Evaluating how trade agreements and global value chains interact with environmental goals.
  • Labour market analysis: Mapping the jobs and skills needed for a resilient transition.
  • Impact evaluation: Modelling the costs, benefits, and ripple effects of strategic shifts.
  • Industrial ecology: Tracing material and energy flows through the economy.
  • Risk mapping: Integrating economic and environmental data to identify opportunities and vulnerabilities.
  • Data and statistical analysis: Identifying patterns to uncover strategic insights.

Strategic advisory and support

To provide real-world context and evidence, I design and deliver qualitative frameworks that capture stakeholder perspectives and inform high-level decision-making

  • Research design: Developing robust protocols and frameworks to capture on-the-ground insights.
  • Stakeholder engagement: Conducting in-depth interviews and workshops to map diverse perspectives and needs.
  • Evidence synthesis: Performing literature and sector reviews to consolidate existing knowledge.
  • Case study development: Creating detailed narratives to illustrate how strategies translate into real-world impacts.
  • Strategic briefings: Transforming complex analysis into concise talking points and advice for decision-makers.