Lucas Chancel

Lucas Chancel is a 39-year-old economist and associate professor at Sciences Po, within the Center for Research on Social Inequalities. He also co-directs the World Inequality Lab at the Paris School of Economics. Chancel is currently newsworthy due to his contributions to discussions surrounding ecological transition and social equity. He is one of three nominees for the 2026 Best Young Economist Prize, awarded by *Le Monde* and *Le Cercle des économistes*. Recent articles highlight his proposals for financing the large-scale development of social leasing programs to enable one million households to access decarbonized vehicles within two years. His work emphasizes the need for climate policies that tangibly improve people's lives, demonstrating his relevance in the ongoing debates about sustainable development and social justice.