Purvi Thangaraj
Water and Agriculture
Purvi Thangaraj is a devoted researcher with a robust expertise in agriculture and economics, particularly within the realm of sustainable food systems. As a Research Associate at the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER), she evaluates the sustainability, productivity, and profitability of agriculture, with a particular emphasis on land, water, and air resources, in the Agriculture Policy, Sustainability and Innovations vertical.
Her research outputs focus on crucial challenges such as air quality deterioration, water resource depletion, and public funding for sustainable agriculture, with a particular emphasis on improving research and development. Purvi’s contributions extend beyond academia, as she has authored book chapters, research bulletins, and thought-provoking op-eds for reputable publications like Economic Developments in India: Academic Foundation, The Indian Express and Financial Express, showcasing her dedication to evidence-based research and policy recommendations.
With a solid academic background in Economics and a master’s degree in Water Science and Policy from Shiv Nadar University, Purvi operates at the intersection of natural resource management, climate change, and sustainable agriculture. She has also earned a postgraduate diploma in Environmental Law and Policy from the Centre for Environmental Law, WWF-India, and National Law University, Delhi, demonstrating her commitment to furthering her knowledge and fortifying her expertise in sustainable food systems.