Nicholas Stern
Economist and author of Stern Review
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An economist and academic focused on climate change and development. Authored the influential 'Stern Review on the Economics of Climate Change' in 2006, which analyzed the economic impact of climate change. Served as head of the Government Economic Service and chief economist at the World Bank. Held academic positions at prominent institutions, contributing to policy discussions on environmental economics.
Authored the Stern Review on Climate Change
Served as chief economist at the World Bank
Held the position of head of the Government Economic Service
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