Michael Hans Lettenmeier

Michael Hans Lettenmeier is a Postdoctoral Researcher affiliated with the Helsinki Institute of Sustainability Science (HELSUS) and the Consumer Studies Research Group at the University of Helsinki's Department of Economics and Management. His work focuses on sustainability science, consumer behavior, and climate action strategies.

• Role: Postdoctoral Researcher
• Institution: University of Helsinki
• Department: Department of Economics and Management
• Email: michael.lettenmeier@helsinki.fi

Research Interests

Lettenmeier's research explores decarbonization pathways, household sustainability preferences, and 1.5°C lifestyle solutions. His work combines behavioral economics with environmental policy, emphasizing systemic barriers and citizen-driven approaches to climate action.

Publications & Collaborations

His recent publications examine carbon footprint calculator data in Japan, shared living preferences in Finland, and EU-wide citizen engagement for climate goals. Collaborations span Finland, Japan, and multiple European Union countries.

Projects

He actively participates in the SOREBA project (2024-2026) addressing plant-based food consumption barriers and the DECARBON-HOME initiative (2023-2026) focused on carbon-free housing solutions in Finland.