Intersection of Environment, Society and Economy

Shanzay, DepthAnalysis

Ms. Shanzay Hassan, Resource Economist and Environmental Sociologist holds a Master’s degree in Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology from the University of Alberta, where she developed a strong interdisciplinary foundation in sustainable resource management, environmental policy, and socio-economic analysis. Her academic and research experience equips her with the ability to combine rigorous economic evaluation with a deep understanding of the social and environmental dimensions of resource use. She is skilled in both quantitative and qualitative research methods, and is particularly interested in issues of sustainability, equity, and the socio-economic impacts of environmental change. Ms. Hassan brings a thoughtful, evidence-driven approach to analyzing complex global challenges, making her well-suited for roles involving policy research, sustainability assessments, and data-informed decision-making.

Joined: November 1, 2025
Articles: 3

Economy, People, Society

Why Everything Feels Expensive Even When Salaries Rise

The alert pings. You look down and see the number unexpectedly. The number you’ve been wanting for what seems like forever is right there on your screen, and in an instant, the world has become a little bit lighter. The raise is now yours! You can breathe again, allow yourself to have a celebratory dinner, and the feeling of the safety net finally being created underfoot begins to set in. Then slowly but surely, the months start connecting, and the stark reality hits you: The safety net is still non-existent. You feel that everything is still expensive even when salaries rise.

Shanzay, DepthAnalysis
February 22, 2026

Blog, Economy, Environment, International Relations, Society

New Green Debt Trap: Why Africa Needs Sovereignty Over Critical Minerals

The development of a global green transition needs batteries, electric cars, and renewable energy materials. These then depend on minerals: cobalt, lithium, nickel, manganese, graphite, and rare earth elements. The continent holds a vast reserves of these resources, however it exports as ores and imports finished products. Such a development leaves no choice but starts a debt trap.

Shanzay, DepthAnalysis
January 3, 2026

Blog, Economy, International Relations, Technology

Microchip Bottleneck: Digital Supremacy & Economic Equality

Microchips drive our digital age but control over them is dangerously concentrated. The global race for semiconductor supremacy risks deepening inequality between nations. This analysis explores how the chip bottleneck is shaping the 21st-century balance of power and what can be done to make the digital future fairer.