Matthew Kotchen

Matthew Kotchen is an economics professor at Yale School of the Environment, recognized for his research on corporate governance and environmental policies. His work often explores the intersection of economics and environmental sustainability, with a focus on assessing the impact of corporate behavior on shareholder value and ecological outcomes. Recently, he has been vocal about the concerns surrounding Tesla's leadership and governance, particularly in light of the company's controversial pay package proposal for CEO Elon Musk, arguing for greater accountability and oversight from the board.