Sandra Phlippen

Prof. Sandra Phlippen is an Endowed Professor of Sustainable Banking at the University of Groningen and Chief Economist at ABN AMRO Bank. She holds dual affiliations with the Faculty of Economics and Business and multiple external organizations. Her research focuses on climate change economics, sustainable banking practices, and decarbonization strategies.

Education: PhD from Erasmus University Rotterdam (2008), prior degrees from the same institution. Ancillary roles include External Advisor to the Dutch Council of State, member of the CPB Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis supervisory board, and columnist for het Financieele Dagblad. She previously served as Economics Editor at Algemeen Dagblad (2016–2018) and Editor-in-Chief of ESB journal.

Research emphasizes climate policy frameworks and financial sector sustainability. Her 2024 inaugural lecture, Pathways to climate resilience, explores integration of environmental and economic strategies. Media engagements include expert commentary on climate adaptation challenges.

Professional networks include Van Mierlo Stichting board membership and active participation in policy advisory roles. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and sustainable finance.