Grete Arro

Grete Arro is a Research Fellow at Tallinn University's School of Educational Sciences, specializing in educational psychology, environmental psychology, and sustainable development. She holds a Doctor's Degree from Tallinn University (2014) and has held academic roles since 2006, including advising for the Ministry of Education and Research and collaborations with institutions like the University of Tartu and Tallinn University of Technology. Her research focuses on conceptual change, climate literacy, and teacher education, with notable contributions to climate awareness strategies and circular bioeconomy frameworks. She has been recognized with awards such as 'University Lecturer of the Year 2023' and an Estonian science popularization prize.

Her work spans projects like fostering scientific habits of mind in secondary education, analyzing climate change communication, and developing zero-waste training programs. She has advised numerous students on topics ranging from academic burnout to entrepreneurship education. Key publications include studies on digital outdoor learning tools, teacher climate awareness training, and methodological frameworks for sustainable development initiatives.

Grete also contributes to national and EU-funded projects, including the ERA Chair in Sustainable Futures and interdisciplinary research on environmental policy. Her labs and collaborations emphasize practical applications of research in education and policy, aiming to enhance environmental consciousness and sustainable practices.