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Professor Paul Griffin is a distinguished professor of accounting and financial theory and a leading international authority in accounting, financial information and disclosures.
Griffin's most recent publications focus on the consequences of and firms' responses to greenhouse gas emissions. He also investigates the impact of extreme weather events on company stock returns and firms' disclosures. His latest papers examine how spells of extreme heat and wildfires impact the financial performance and market value of the affected firms. Griffin collaborates with researchers in Asia, Europe, New Zealand, and North America. In addition to his publications, he regularly presents his work at seminars and has served as a keynote speaker at international conferences.
Griffin is also an honorary professor in the Department of Accounting and Finance at the University of Otago, New Zealand, the country’s oldest university and ranked among the world’s top universities by QS.
Professor Griffin is a recipient of the 2025-2026 Edward A. Dickson Emeritus/a Professorship Award.
Presentation: How Geographical Biodiversity Impacts Business Productivity
Social time and light refreshments will take place after the presentation.