Dr Rami Zaatari

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant (Political & International Studies)

Biography

I was born and raised in Aleppo, Syria, where my fascination with economics and sustaibability began. After completing my undergraduate degree in Economics, Banking, and Finance at the University of Aleppo, I pursued an MSc in Economics at the same institution. My passion for global economy and climate change led me to undertake an MSc in Global Economy and a PhD in Green Economy at the University of Glasgow.

My doctoral research focused on Morocco's green economy model, which aimed to address the country's development challenges while also meeting its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC). By analyzing time-series data and conducting in-depth interviews with key stakeholders in the energy sector, I evaluated Morocco's progress towards achieving its green economy targets. My research offers a fresh perspective on Morocco's green economy approach and its implementation. To find out more, visit: https://theses.gla.ac.uk/83070/

Since 2008, I have worked with various United Nations agencies in Syria and Lebanon, and local governments in Scotland. I worked at Angus Council and Glasgow City Region PMO Project Management Office as Regional Economic Projects Manager, where I led regional projects aimed at increasing productivity, enhancing inclusiveness, and addressing climate change. Currently, I serve as Climate Change Transformation Manager at the Improvement Service. In this role, I support local governments in Scotland to tackle climate change effectively, driving transformational change towards a just transition to net-zero carbon emissions, while also ensuring adaptation to and mitigation of climate impacts.

I am a Dissertation Supervisor, Tutor and Guest Lecturere in MSc Global Economy and Economic & Social History at the College of Social Sciences.

I am humbled to have been nominated for the prestigious Student Teaching Award 2023 at the University of Glasgow. This nomination is a recognition of my dedication to providing outstanding teaching that inspires and motivates my students. Additionally, I am proud to have been the winner of the [X]ceptional: COP26 Challenge, which recognized my creative engagement with the critical global issue of climate change. This award is a testament to my academic ability and social commitment to addressing some of the key global challenges of our times.

Research interests

  • Green Economy
  • Public Policy
  • Climate Change
  • Energy Transition
  • Decarbonisation of Economies
  • Renewable Energy
  • Offshore Wind
  • Vacant & Derelict Land
  • Economic Development
  • Supply Chain
  • Future Skills

Teaching

 

Additional information

Economic and Social History, Lilybank House, Bute Gardens, Glasgow, G12 8RT

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6982-293X

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