Agnieszka Maj is an Economist (Environment, Energy and Climate Change) at the CASE – Center for Social and Economic Research. At CASE, she focuses on climate policy, social equity, sustainable urban development, and building resilience to climate-related challenges. Her work explores the intersection of social justice and environmental transformation, with particular emphasis on inclusive governance and community-led resilience strategies. Her work also spans Euro-Mediterranean cooperation, addressing socio-environmental challenges and supporting context-sensitive policy responses.
She contributes to research and policy projects commissioned by European institutions, including the European Economic and Social Committee and the European Committee of the Regions, as well as to grant-funded initiatives related to climate resilience and education for sustainable transformation.
Prior to joining CASE, Agnieszka worked as a Project Manager and International Cooperation Specialist at Riga Technical University, where she managed international projects focused on sustainable development, labour markets, and inclusion in higher education. She also has professional experience in digital marketing and content creation for technology start-ups.
Selected publications:
Fostering Regional Cooperation on Natural Disasters and Crisis Management in the Mediterranean
Natural disasters: anticipatory governance and disaster risk management from a local and regional perspective
Affordable Sustainable Housing in the EU
Local and Regional Success Stories of Investing in Disaster Resilience
Challenges and Opportunities for Local Authorities in Supporting Euro-Mediterranean Cooperation