Michael Gilmont, PhD

Climate & Energy Expert

Michael Gilmont is an expert in water resource management and environmental policy, with a focus on the intersection of natural resource governance, sustainability, and economic development. At StateUp, Michael leads initiatives that provide actionable insights into water and climate resilience, helping public and private sector leaders navigate complex sustainability challenges.

Expertise

Water Resource Management: Specialist in sustainable water allocation and economic impacts.

Climate Resilience: Extensive experience in analysing the impacts of environmental change on energy and urban systems.

Policy and Governance: Advising governments and organisations on cross-sectoral strategies for resilience.

Key Experiences

Led StateUp’s work on water-energy transitions, providing governments with evidence-based strategies for managing resources.

Consultant to international organisations, including the World Bank, UNEP, and WaterAid, on policy and resource economics.

Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, where he contributed to pioneering studies on sustainable water use.

Education

PhD in Geography, University of Oxford.

MSc in Water Science, Policy and Management, University of Oxford.

BA in Geography, University of Cambridge.

Michael Gilmont, PhD

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