David Lee: Bridging Economics, Climate, and Policy

Introducing Faculty Fridays, FCPE’s newest series highlighting the exceptional teaching, groundbreaking research, and meaningful contributions of Adelphi University faculty.

This issue, we highlight David Lee, Adjunct Professor of Economics at the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business. Lee’s interdisciplinary research spans economics, climate science, and policy, leveraging machine learning and statistical models to predict and mitigate the effects of natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires. With research experience at Columbia and Stony Brook Universities and policy work with the New York State Legislature, Lee champions partnerships between scientists and policymakers to address the global challenges of climate change.

At Adelphi, Lee bridges real-world challenges with academic inquiry, enriching the classroom by incorporating his diverse knowledge and practical insights. His work inspires both students and colleagues, fostering a deeper understanding of complex issues and equipping future leaders with analytical tools to address them.

Watch this month’s feature video to learn more about David Lee’s impactful work.

Stay tuned for more Faculty Fridays as we celebrate the extraordinary contributions of our faculty.

Interested in being featured? Contact Leeann Mello at FCPE to learn how you can be part of an upcoming Faculty Fridays issue.