Biography

My research is dedicated to advance our understanding of decision-making processes in response to climate change. Recognizing that human behavior is often influenced by various factors, which can complicate the identification of underlying causalities, I adopt an interdisciplinary approach that combines insights and methods from experimental and behavioral economics, as well as related disciplines. By engaging with individuals who have firsthand experiences, I aim to shed light on decision-making processes related to climate change. To achieve this, I utilize a range of research methodologies, including field experiments, laboratory studies, online surveys, and lab-in-the-field investigations. Currently, a significant portion of my research involves lab-in-the-field experiments and survey studies, which provide valuable insights into the impacts of climate hazards on social cohesion, climate (im)mobility, as well as acceptance of ‘climate’ migrants in potential receiving countries. By exploring these dynamics, I strive to contribute to a deeper understanding of the factors shaping individual motivations and behaviors in the face of climate-related risks and generate insights that inform theory and decision-makers.

Interests
  • Climate (im)mobility
  • Acceptance of ‘climate’ migrants
  • Effectivness of Payments for ecosystem services
Education
  • PhD in Economics, 2019

    Philipps University Marburg

  • MSc in Applied Economics, 2015

    University of Innsbruck

  • BSc in Economics, 2012

    Free University of Berlin

Publications

Work in progress

Contact

  • i.steimanis@gmail.com
  • Am Plan 1, Marburg, HE 35037
  • The Research Group Sustainable Use of Natural Resources has moved to Am Plan 1, room +1018 to +1025: Take the entrance straight ahead over the courtyard and find us on the first floor (next to the seminar room AP1).
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