Summary
Aaron Swoboda is an Assistant Professor with 13 years of academic experience focused on environmental economics and policy, specializing in spatial analysis across real estate, energy, transportation, and food systems. He holds a PhD in Agricultural and Resource Economics from UC Berkeley and a BA in Economics from Carleton College, and has held faculty positions at the University of Pittsburgh and Carleton College. His research blends rigorous economic methods with geographic and spatial data to inform practical policy questions about land use, infrastructure, and resource allocation. Based in Northfield, Minnesota, he connects regional issues to broader environmental and market dynamics, often translating technical analysis for applied decision-making. Colleagues value his ability to bridge empirical research and classroom teaching, mentoring students in applied spatial economics. Beyond academia, his work signals an interest in interdisciplinary solutions that align economic incentives with environmental sustainability.
13 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Agricultural and Resource Economics, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Agricultural and Resource Economics at University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics at Carleton College