Welcome!

I am a Ph.D. candidate in Public Policy and Management at Carnegie Mellon University, with a strong background in empirical microeconomics and quantitative policy analysis. I hold both a Master's and a Bachelor's degree in Economics, both from the University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil.

My research lies at the intersection of Industrial Organization, Energy and Environmental Economics, and Antitrust and Competition Policy. I focus on how energy markets respond to regulatory interventions and technological innovation, particularly in the context of fuel transitions and decarbonization. My current work examines the role of flex-fuel and electric vehicles in reducing emissions in emerging countries, with a broader interest in fossil fuel markets and energy efficiency.

Before beginning my doctoral studies, I worked as an economic consultant in Brazil, contributing to projects in Business Intelligence, Competition Policy, and Antitrust Litigation. This experience continues to inform my research with a practical perspective on market dynamics and regulatory impacts.

Feel free to contact me at acardoso@andrew.cmu.edu