My research career began late in my undergraduate studies as a statistics major at Oklahoma State University, when I realized that I cared more about analyzing the causal effects of public policy than about becoming a polling expert à la Nate Silver. I was first interested in studying how landowners and firms in energy-intensive industries respond to environmental regulation. This theme is reflected in my early work, including publications on property value effects of Endangered Species Act listings, voluntary third-party certifications for oil and gas projects, and energy efficiency rules for heavy-duty trucking firms.

Early-career stints at Indiana University and Resources for the Future confirmed my passion for research in environmental economics. In 2020, I began my doctoral studies in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of Maryland, where I was co-advised by David Newburn and Louis Preonas. After earning my Ph.D. in 2026, I joined the Institute of Behavioral Science at the University of Colorado Boulder as a postdoctoral associate.

I live in the Denver metro area with my wife, four-year-old daughter, and two cats. I enjoy reading, running, baseball, and searching for kid-friendly hikes along the Front Range. I’m always happy to talk about research, collaborations, or good trail recommendations, so feel free to reach out.