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Douglas is an economist with a background in using large datasets, including Stats NZ’s Integrated Data Infrastructure. Douglas has a passion for projects that help individuals, firms, and communities by ensuring they make responsible and well-informed decisions. Douglas’ work at Sapere has spanned a range of topics in health and climate, and he has applied a mix of quantitative, qualitative, and interpersonal skills effectively into these projects.
Prior to joining Sapere, Douglas was a research assistant and administrator at the NZ Work Research Institute where he assisted on a range of research projects, primarily for the public sector.
Specialisations
Expertise
- Data analytics
- Economic and market analysis
- Regulatory and cost benefit analysis
Industries
- Climate and environment
- Health and wellbeing
Qualifications & accolades
- Master of Business (First Class Honours) in Economics from the Auckland University of Technology
- Bachelor of Business in Economics and Accounting from the Auckland University of Technology
- Foundation Business Certificate in Economics and Accounting from the University of the South Pacific
Recent work highlights include:
- Revisiting the capitation formula for general practice in New Zealand using practice and national-level data
- Analysing the economic contributions of emissions-intensive trade exposed (EITE) businesses in New Zealand
- Developing a global warming potential (GWP) threshold for second-hand refrigerants in New Zealand
- A cross-jurisdictional review on regulations of natural health products.