Julian Morris (economist)

Julian Morris is a British economist and writer known for his work on environmental policy, risk assessment, and innovation. He is a senior fellow at Reason Foundation, a libertarian think tank, and an adjunct professor at Clemson University.

Morris's work often focuses on applying free-market principles to environmental challenges. He argues that property rights, competition, and innovation can be more effective than government regulation in protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development. He is a proponent of technological optimism and believes that human ingenuity will solve many of the environmental problems facing the world.

He has authored and co-authored numerous books, articles, and policy studies on a range of topics, including climate change, energy policy, biotechnology, and risk management. He frequently contributes to public debates on environmental and economic issues.

Morris holds a degree in economics from the London School of Economics. He has previously worked at the Institute of Economic Affairs and the International Policy Network. His work has been published in academic journals, popular media outlets, and policy reports. He is a vocal critic of what he sees as alarmist environmental narratives and advocates for a more nuanced and evidence-based approach to environmental policy.