Xavier Irz

Xavier Irz is a Professor at the University of Helsinki's Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, Department of Economics and Management. His research focuses on sustainable diets, environmental economics, and policy analysis, particularly addressing climate impacts of food systems. He has led projects such as the EU-funded 'Water & Food Futures' and 'Blue Food Sustainability.' Key areas include optimizing diets for reduced carbon footprints, evaluating carbon taxes on food, and analyzing socio-demographic equity in dietary transitions.

• Education: PhD in Agricultural Economics (not explicitly stated but implied by academic rank)

Research interests span food policy, agricultural innovation, and the intersection of health and environmental sustainability. He collaborates internationally on projects like the European carbon tax simulations and forest genetics economics. Advises doctoral students in the Sustainable Use of Renewable Resources program. Active in policy-oriented research, publishing in journals like European Journal of Nutrition and Public Health Nutrition.