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Elizabeth Bomberg
Professor of Politics at the University of Edinburgh
Elizabeth Bomberg is a Professor of Environmental Politics at the University of Edinburgh. Here are some key details about her background and work:
Academic Career
Elizabeth Bomberg was educated in California before moving to Britain.1 She holds a BA from California State University and an MA and PhD from the University of California.1 Prior to her current role, she has taught at several universities in the UK and US, and held research posts in Brussels and at the University of California, Berkeley.1
Research Interests
Professor Bomberg's primary research focuses on:
- Comparative environmental politics and policy
- Climate change activism
- Shale governance
- US politics
- Community energy
- Sustainability activism and governance13
Her work examines environmental politics and policymaking in Scotland, the UK, the EU and the US.1
Current Roles
At the University of Edinburgh, Elizabeth Bomberg holds several positions:
- Professor of Environmental Politics
- Deputy Head of Politics and International Relations
- Programme Co-Director for the MSc Global Environment, Politics and Society
- University lead on UNA Europa Sustainability Self-Steering Committee2
Teaching and Awards
Professor Bomberg is known for her dedication to teaching. Her core teaching covers Environmental Politics, US Politics, and Sustainable Development.1 She has received multiple teaching awards, including:
- University's Student Association's teaching awards
- Principal's Teaching Award Scheme
- Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence
- National Political Studies Association Award for Outstanding Teaching14
Research Projects
Some of her notable research projects include:
- A UKERC-funded project on grassroots mobilization and energy governance in Scotland (EnGAGE)
- An AHRC-funded study on faith-based activism and climate change1
Elizabeth Bomberg is recognized as an expert in her field and continues to contribute significantly to research and teaching in environmental politics at the University of Edinburgh.5
