Em Finkelstine

Emily’s research focuses on the political economy of energy transition in China. They are particularly interested in the central-local relations and incentive structures that facilitate the successful deployment of renewable energy. Before coming to Berkeley, Emily studied Chinese politics from a variety of angles through their undergraduate degree at UT Austin and master’s degree as a Yenching Scholar at Peking University. They also worked as a translator, editor, and international coordinator for an economic research center at Tsinghua University. At UC Berkeley, Emily is excited to build upon these previous experiences to gain insights into the complex web of energy transition politics.