Matteo Roggero

Dr. Matteo Roggero is a Researcher in Resource Economics at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin’s Albrecht Daniel Thaer-Institute of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences. Since 2016, he has held a PostDoc position in the Resource Economics Group, focusing on institutional economics, climate adaptation, and urban policy. His career includes postdoctoral roles at Universität Konstanz and the Helmholtz-Zentrum für Umweltforschung (UFZ) in Leipzig, alongside temporary professorships in environmental governance.

Roggero’s research emphasizes transaction costs, water governance, and set-theoretical methods. He explores how institutions shape climate adaptation strategies, particularly in urban contexts like Berlin’s sponge city initiatives. His work bridges theory and practice, examining institutional configurations for emission reductions and sustainable water management.

Teaching highlights include advanced modules on environmental economics, institutional analysis of socio-ecological systems, and set-theoretical methods. He has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications, including landmark studies on urban climate action, drought adaptation in Spain, and institutional performance in Egyptian irrigation systems.

• Education:
  • MSc in Environment and Resource Management, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2004)
  • Diploma in Business Administration, Università degli Studi di Torino (Italy)
  • PhD in Environment, Universidade Nova de Lisboa (2010)

Roggero’s recent work critiques ‘planned scaling’ vs. ‘permanent experimentation’ in urban climate strategies, arguing for context-sensitive approaches. His research underscores the need for adaptive governance frameworks, especially in heterogeneous urban environments.