Sustainability, Economics, and Ethics (SEE)
Sustainability, firms’ competitiveness and public management
The presentation "Sustainability, Competitiveness, and Public Management," delivered by Ramon Xifré on November 6, 2024, outlines his academic and professional trajectory in economics with a focus on sustainability, public management, and structural reforms. It begins with a short biography, presenting the speaker’s educational background in economics and philosophy, and his experience in research and advisory roles. Past research covers topics like poverty measurement, economic democracy, competitiveness, and sustainability management, with contributions to institutional reforms and the public value analysis.
The presentation highlights connections to the research themes of the SEE group, including ecological economics, sustainability, and economic ethics, while advocating for a critical perspective on competitiveness policies and the redistributive effects of structural reforms. Research plans include developing the understanding of the "reform triangle" —the motivations, rhetoric, and effects of structural reforms — through interdisciplinary approaches combining economics, public finance, and comparative analysis.
Other research projects are exploring green budgeting practices and reflecting on the broader moral and social implications of economic systems. These lines of work align with the SEE group’s focus on sustainable development and public sector innovation, underscoring the importance of integrating ethical considerations into economic research for the common good.