Jean Monnet Chair in Trade & Environment
Funded under the European Union Erasmus Plus Program, the Jean Monnet Chair in Trade & Environment aims to embed and deepen teaching in the field of European Studies within the curriculum taught at The University of Adelaide, most particularly in the field of European trade and environmental policy. This is to be achieved through a range of new teaching, research and outreach activities which leverage our internal expertise and draw on our extensive international networks, including:
• An elective module on European Trade and Environmental Policy
• Delivery of lectures to students from other departments and institutions
In addition to deepening teaching in the field of European trade and environmental Policy within the formal curriculum, the Jean Monnet Chair in Trade and Environment will engage in and maintain a constructive dialogue with government, business and civil society. These activities will comprise:
• Bi-Annual Seminars
• Short Professional Development Programs
• Outreach Workshops
These activities will be anchored in the latest research, practical knowledge, and insights from experts already engaged in relevant research, teaching and business related to the European Union. This will include exchange and cooperation in the delivery of teaching, research, and professional training activities between The University of Adelaide and our international partners in Europe.
Jean Monnet Chair - Professor Peter Draper
OUTREACH ACTIVITIES
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Seminar - Sustainability in European Union Trade Policy
Hosted by the Centre of Excellence in Trade & Environments, Jean Monnet Chair in Trade & Environment Professor Peter Draper; moderated the centres inaugural seminar "Sustainability in European Union Trade Policy".
An underlying objective is to strengthen the competitiveness of production relying on environmentally friendly technologies. This requires continued engagement to support trading on WTO terms, the further inclusion of environmental clauses in trade agreements and enhanced intellectual property-rights protection. To provide insights into plausible policy implications, we need to take stock of the current policy implementation and draw on evidence from international economics research.
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Seminar - Geopolitics and climate change
Geopolitics and climate change: Reflections on the COP process and an update on mandatory climate reporting in Australia
23rd May 2024
A comprehensive overview of the geopolitics surrounding climate change and international trade. Our distinguished panel included the Hon. Mike Rann, Chair of the Board at Climate Group, and Dr Tracey Dodd, national facilitator of the Climate Governance for Australian Directors course with the AICD. Facilitating the discussion is Distinguished Professor Susan Neuhaus AM CSC, immediate Past President of the South Australian and Northern Territory Division of the AICD. The panel provided an analysis of geopolitical risks and opportunities related to climate change, including reflections on progress in negotiations at the Conference of the Parties (COP) meetings, organised annually by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), as well as upcoming requirements for mandatory climate reporting in Australia.
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Conference - AIIA National Hydrogen Strategies
Jean Monnet Chair in Trade & Environment, Professor Peter Draper presented at the AIIA Conference on National Hydrogen Strategies held in June 2023.
Topics discussed
- Hydrogen in the global energy transition
- Trade-related implications
- Australia’s hydrogen trade future
- Broader implications for our international (trade) relations
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Seminar Recordings
- Global Summitry podcast on the WTO’s 12th Ministerial conference
- “Toward a sustainable and inclusive recovery: ambition to action” WTO Public Forum 2022 panels
- Hinrich Foundation Webinar on Agriculture Subsidies and Harmful Environmental Impacts
Co-Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them
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Presentations
- The G7’s “Climate Club”, Border Carbon Adjustments, and Australia
- Hydrogen in Australia’s Future and the Implications for our International Relations
- Issues and Options for Reforming The World Trade Organization
- The future of EU trade policies and strategies in a militarized environment
Co-Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.
News
26 Oct IIT's Professor Peter Draper recently attended and presented at Australian Centre for International Trade and Investment 2023 Annual Conference. 30 Jun
Sustainability in European Union Trade Policy
30 June, 2023. The Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence hosted its inaugural seminar on Sustainability in European Union Trade Policy. The EU’s trade policy sets out to support a transformation of its economy and help foster global sustainable development. This can substantially influence global trade and investment and serve as an instrument to attain climate neutrality.
This years focus: Emission, Environment and Energy: impact and implications for Australia's international trade and investment
Co-Funded by the European Union