Allegra Dawes

Associate Fellow, Energy Security and Climate Change Program
Allegra Dawes

Allegra Dawes is an associate fellow with the Energy Security and Climate Change Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Previously, Allegra worked in the financial services sector covering companies within the energy sector. She holds a MSc in political economy from the London School of Economics and Political Science and a BS in mathematics and political science from Union College.

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Voluntary Carbon Markets: A Review of Global Initiatives and Evolving Models

Voluntary carbon markets could be key to financing the energy transition, but today, they are fractured and plagued by quality concerns. New initiatives that blend compliance market and voluntary carbon market principles chart a promising path forward.

Brief by Allegra Dawes , Cy McGeady , and Joseph Majkut — May 31, 2023

Tailwinds and Headwinds: The U.S. Offshore Wind Market

While there have been significant developments in the U.S. offshore wind sector, the pace of development remains slow. Reaching 30 gigawatts by 2030 will require significant policy and industry efforts, supply chain development, and regional collaboration.

Commentary by Allegra Dawes and Joseph Majkut — January 31, 2023

Developing Renewable Energy in Ukraine

Rebuilding Ukraine’s energy system provides an opportunity to modernize the sector and bolster energy security. Developing renewable energy will support these goals. Expanding renewables depends on attracting investment and clarifying domestic policies that impact the sector.

Commentary by Ben Cahill and Allegra Dawes — December 19, 2022

Responding to Russian Attacks on Ukraine’s Power Sector

Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s power infrastructure have resulted in rolling blackouts and limited supply of energy as winter approaches. There are several steps that should be taken to address the immediate crisis and increase grid resilience over the reconstruction period.

Commentary by Joseph Majkut and Allegra Dawes — November 8, 2022

European Union Considers New Gas Market Interventions

EU officials are considering new measures to cope with high gas prices. It is proving difficult to agree on bold steps to redesign markets, such as natural gas price caps and efforts to de-link gas and power prices.

Commentary by Ben Cahill and Allegra Dawes — October 20, 2022

Opportunities and Challenges for Renewable Energy Generation in Ukraine

Expanding and developing renewable energy generation in Ukraine will bolster energy security and partnership with the European Union. However, there are several challenges to overcome to expand renewable capacity in the country.

Commentary by Joseph Majkut and Allegra Dawes — September 26, 2022