Graduate Student Scholar, Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change
Graduate Student Scholar
Jasmine Palmer is a Canadian graduate student enrolled at York University. Her academic research focuses on the intricate relationships among environmental systems, human health and well-being, and livelihood transitions, with a specific emphasis on the Caribbean region. During her graduate studies, she will investigate energy system transformations (particularly in the scaling of emerging renewable energy sources) and household energy security, ensuring energy equity that aligns with improved quality of life for inhabitants of Caribbean Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Jasmine is also interested in exploring international relations between Canada and Caribbean SIDS, focusing on how policies, practices, and solutions can establish equitable energy systems in these states.
Recognized for her dedication to academic excellence, Jasmine approaches her research with curiosity, diligence, and a passion for meaningful inquiry. She aims to produce high-quality scholarship that bridges theory and practice by addressing environmental challenges faced by Caribbean SIDS and enhancing their environmental resilience.
Research Keywords
Caribbean studies; Ecological economics; Energy equity; Energy poverty; Human health and well-being; International affairs; Island electrification; Livelihoods transitions; Renewable energy; Social sustainability
Themes | Global Health & Humanitarianism |
Status | Active |
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