Dr. Reza Ghazal
Professor | Senior Economist | Policy Analyst
Professional Overview
Dr. Reza Ghazal is a distinguished economist, researcher, and policy analysis expert with extensive academic and professional experience in applied economics, econometric modeling, and policy-oriented research. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Ottawa and has dedicated his career to advancing economic research and its applications in energy policy, environmental economics, and evidence-based decision-making.
Dr. Ghazal currently serves as a Senior Economist at Natural Resources Canada and collaborates with Sard Organization for Society Support (SOSS), where he contributes to research initiatives focused on economic analysis, forecasting, policy evaluation, and sustainable development. His work supports government institutions and research organizations through rigorous economic modeling and analytical frameworks
With more than 20 years of combined academic, research, and government experience, Dr. Ghazal has made significant contributions in economic forecasting, policy evaluation, econometric modeling, and program performance analysis. His work supports strategic planning, climate policy development, and economic decision-making across multiple sectors, including energy, environment, public policy, and economic development.
Academic and Professional Expertise
Dr. Ghazal has served as a university professor and academic instructor, teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in economics, econometrics, and policy analysis. He has supervised numerous research projects and contributed to academic curriculum development and institutional research capacity.
His professional experience includes designing and implementing economic forecasting models, conducting economic impact assessments, evaluating government programs, and developing policy analysis frameworks. He has worked with leading national and international institutions, providing evidence-based insights to support strategic planning and policy development.
Research Interests
- Energy Economics and Climate Policy
- Econometric Modeling and Economic Forecasting
- Environmental and Resource Economics
- Public Policy Analysis and Program Evaluation
- Economic Development and Innovation Policy
- Quantitative Economic Research and Data Analysis
Technical Expertise
Dr. Ghazal possesses advanced expertise in econometric modeling, economic forecasting, statistical analysis, and policy evaluation. He has extensive experience working with large-scale datasets and developing analytical models to support policy planning, energy forecasting, and economic decision-making.
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Dr. Ghazal has contributed to numerous research studies, government reports, and policy initiatives. His work has supported climate policy development, energy transition planning, program evaluation, and economic forecasting in Canada and internationally.
His combination of academic excellence, government experience, and research leadership positions him as a leading expert in applied economics, econometric modeling, and policy-oriented research. His work continues to contribute to sustainable economic development and evidence-based policymaking.