David Kronlid

David Kronlid is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education at Mid Sweden University, where he conducts research on environmental and sustainability education. His work focuses on the ethical dimensions of climate change, education for sustainable development, and the capabilities approach to understanding human-environment relationships. He is affiliated with the Risk and Crisis Research Centre at the university and has published extensively on topics related to environmental ethics and sustainability education.

Dr. Kronlid's research interests span environmental ethics, education for sustainable development (ESD), climate change adaptation, and the capabilities approach to understanding human-environment relationships. His work explores the political dimensions of sustainability education, transformative learning, and the ethical considerations in climate change adaptation. He has made significant contributions to understanding how education can foster global citizenship, address structural environmental injustice, and develop ethical frameworks for sustainability. His interdisciplinary approach connects philosophy, education, and social sciences to address complex environmental challenges.

Analysis of Dr. Kronlid's recent publications reveals a strong focus on locally relevant approaches to education for sustainable development, particularly in rural contexts. His work increasingly examines the ethical dimensions of educational assessment and the implementation challenges of scaling sustainability education initiatives. There's a notable emphasis on understanding human-material relationships and the political aspects of sustainability education, reflecting a commitment to addressing both theoretical and practical dimensions of environmental challenges. His research demonstrates a consistent evolution from theoretical frameworks toward practical applications in diverse educational settings.

Dr. Kronlid is actively involved with the

• Risk and Crisis Research Centre

at Mid Sweden University, where his work contributes to understanding the educational dimensions of risk and crisis management. His collaborative research extends internationally, with publications involving scholars from England, India, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United States. He has also contributed significantly through editorial work, including co-editing the 2024 publication Undervisning för hållbar utveckling: för lärare F–6 (Teaching for Sustainable Development: for teachers F-6), demonstrating his commitment to translating research into practical educational resources.