👤 Dr. Vikesh Sharma
Economist | Researcher | Educator
Dr. Vikesh Sharma is an economist, researcher, and educator currently serving as an Assistant Professor at RV University, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar. His doctoral research, titled “Energy Choice, Livelihoods, and Conservation Nexus: A Case Study of Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary in Bihar, India”, examined the interconnections between household energy transitions, rural livelihoods, and biodiversity conservation in ecologically sensitive regions.
His research lies at the intersection of development, sustainability, energy transitions, and environmental governance. Drawing upon economic analysis and interdisciplinary perspectives, his work explores how policies, institutions, and socio-economic factors shape sustainable development outcomes, particularly in developing economies.
His research has been published in internationally reputed journals, including Energy Research & Social Science, Energy Nexus, and Environmental Challenges. He has presented his work at several national and international conferences and serves as a reviewer for journals such as Scientific Reports and Energy Efficiency.
🌱 Research Interests
🌱 Development & Energy Economics
🌳 Natural Resources & Biodiversity Conservation
🌍 Sustainability & Climate Policy
☀️ Renewable Energy Transitions
🏛️ Public Policy & Rural Development
📊 Applied Econometrics
Beyond academic research, this platform serves as a space for public engagement, intellectual dialogue, and evidence-based discussion on contemporary economic, environmental, and policy issues. Through research, commentary, and reflection, it seeks to bridge academic scholarship with wider public discourse and promote informed conversations on development, sustainability, governance, and social transformation.
🌟 Academic Highlights
- Currently: Assistant Professor of Economics, RV University, Bengaluru
- PhD in Economics, IIT Bhubaneswar
- UGC-NET (Economics), 2018 & 2019
- Ministry of Education Fellow (2019–2024)
“Education is not only the birthright of every human being but also the key to unlock the golden door of freedom.”
— Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
