Stefania joined M.E’s research team in 2021. She holds a PhD in Environmental Economics from the University of Waikato. Her research expertise centres around the micro-econometrics of survey data with applications in public economics, especially in the environmental field. Stefania’s doctoral research focused on the economic valuation of landslide protection services using nonmarket valuation techniques. Stefania has worked in research projects on ecosystem services valuation, natural hazards mitigation and outdoor recreation. She has also technical experience working in the construction industry, as a sustainability specialist.