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Frank JotzoView profile

Professor

• Climate Change Economics
• Energy Transition Policy
• Decarbonisation Strategies
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Frank Jotzo is a Professor at the ANU Crawford School of Public Policy and holds leadership roles as Head of Energy at the ANU Institute for Climate, Energy and Disaster Solutions (ICEDS) and Director of the Centre for Climate and Energy Policy. His research focuses on climate change economics, energy transition policies, decarbonisation strategies, and international climate policy. He has contributed to major policy initiatives, including the NSW Net Zero Commission and Australia's Carbon Leakage Review, and served as a Lead Author for the IPCC. His work emphasizes economic instruments for climate change mitigation, regional transition policies, and the analysis of hydrogen and coal sector dynamics. He teaches climate policy and economics at ANU and engages in executive education programs. Research interests include the economics of decarbonisation, zero-emissions industries, and structural economic changes in Australia, Europe, China, and Indonesia. He has advised governments on climate policy design, energy transitions, and the socio-economic impacts of coal phase-outs. Key projects include studies on green hydrogen cost competitiveness, China's coal import reduction strategies, and regional recovery post-coal plant closures. He holds a Dipl-VWL from Berlin and advanced degrees from ANU (MEcDev and PhD). Frank Jotzo’s contributions span over 80 publications, focusing on energy economics, climate policy frameworks, and the interplay between environmental and economic development. His work bridges academic research with policy implementation, particularly in Asia-Pacific contexts. He leads ANU's engagement in global climate policy dialogues and is a sought-after advisor on sustainable development strategies.

Joel HartterView profile

Professor

• Sustainability
• Climate Action
• ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)
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Joel Hartter is a Professor in the Department of Environmental Studies at the University of Colorado, where he also served as the founding director of the Masters of the Environment and Outdoor Recreation Economy programs. With dual BS degrees in Mechanical Engineering and German from the University of Michigan, an MS in Forest Engineering from Oregon State University, and a PhD in Geography from the University of Florida, his expertise bridges sustainability science, policy, and practice. His research focuses on private sector engagement in sustainability, ESG frameworks, climate action, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with particular attention to net-zero strategies, bioeconomy implementation, and nature-based solutions. Dr. Hartter’s work emphasizes stakeholder engagement, inclusive decision-making, and bridging science with practical applications in conservation, climate resilience, and economic development. He has led projects globally in Africa, South America, and the US, addressing challenges such as wildlife conservation, sustainable supply chains, and community-based natural resource management. As a National Geographic Explorer and advisor to Fortune 500 companies, NGOs, and governments, he integrates sustainability into organizational strategies to drive innovation and competitive advantage. His teaching reaches over 20,000 students annually through courses on sustainability leadership and workforce development. Dr. Hartter’s interdisciplinary approach combines geospatial analysis, participatory methods, and behavioral science to address complex socio-ecological issues. His research spans topics like climate migration, household vulnerability, and the impact of conservation policies on communities. Notable projects include studying land-use changes in Uganda’s Albertine Rift and evaluating the effects of oil exploration on protected areas in Murchison Falls Conservation Area. Dr. Hartter collaborates closely with communities, governments, and international organizations to create equitable, actionable sustainability solutions.

• Sustainable Development
• Low-Carbon Technologies
• Energy and Building Technology
• +13 more

Dr. Behrang Vand Alimohammadisagvand is a Lecturer at the School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment, Edinburgh Napier University. His research focuses on sustainable energy systems, building performance, and smart energy management, with strong international collaboration across Iran, China, Finland, and the UK. B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mechanical and Energy Engineering Ph.D. in Energy and Building Technology His research interests include sustainable development, low-carbon technologies, energy policy, thermal comfort in buildings, and energy management systems at multiple scales. He actively investigates model predictive control (MPC), demand response, energy sharing in communities, and low-temperature heating networks. His work bridges theoretical modeling and practical implementation in real-world buildings. Dr. Vand's recent publications highlight trends in integrated energy management , smart grid optimization , and decarbonization of building heating systems . His articles emphasize mathematical modeling, simulation, and control strategies to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in the built environment. He supervises doctoral students working on smart IoT systems and low-temperature heat networks. His research is supported by funders such as the Academy of Finland and Energy Technology Partnership. Active supervisor for PhD project on smart IoT systems with real-time deep learning (since 2022) Director of Studies for PhD on heating Scottish public buildings with low-temperature networks (2018–2024) He is affiliated with the Institute for Sustainable Construction and contributes to the research theme Culture and Communities . His work aligns with global efforts toward net-zero emissions and sustainable urban development.

• Bioenergy
• Bioeconomy
• Sustainability Assessment
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Prof. Dr.-Ing. Daniela Thrän serves as Professor of Bioenergy Systems at the University of Leipzig's Faculty of Economics and Head of the Department of Bioenergy at the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), positions she has held since 2011. She concurrently leads Germany's delegation in IEA Bioenergy Task 44 on Flexible Bioenergy and System Integration and chairs the Social Sustainability Transformations group at UFZ, bridging academic research with national climate policy through roles in the Federal Bioeconomy Council (2012-2023) and Thuringia's Climate Advisory Board. Her academic background includes: Engineering studies in Technical Environmental Protection at Technical University of Berlin (1989-1995) Doctorate at Bauhaus University Weimar (1998-2001) on material flow management in rural regional development Thrän's research centers on bioenergy's role in climate neutrality, specializing in carbon dioxide removal (CDR) via bio-based methods including BECCS, life cycle sustainability assessment, and spatial modeling of renewable energy systems. She analyzes biomass resource potentials within circular bioeconomy frameworks and investigates socio-economic drivers of energy transitions, with recent work focusing on urban-rural biomass integration and flexible bioenergy services for grid stability. Her 2023-2025 publications reveal intensifying focus on bio-CDR implementation challenges and policy frameworks, alongside systematic assessments of biomass allocation in Germany's net-zero pathways. Key trends include AI-enhanced literature mapping for climate research, municipal-scale renewable integration dynamics, and cross-national comparisons (e.g., Germany/Canada biogas systems), with growing emphasis on socio-technical trade-offs in land use and stakeholder acceptance. No scientific awards, prizes, or fellowships were documented in the provided text. Thrän actively mentors doctoral candidates as DBFZ's representative for bioenergy colloquia and leads major initiatives: IEA Bioenergy Task 44: National Team Leader for Germany (2019-present) Helmholtz Climate Initiative (HI-CAM): Co-author of spatial energy transition reports Editor-in-Chief of Springer's "energy, sustainability and society" (2017-present) She directs UFZ's Department of Bioenergy (BEN) and Models team, developing spatially resolved energy system tools like BENOPTex. Her groups focus on techno-economic analysis of biogenic resources, smart bioenergy system services, and socio-ecological impacts of renewable energy expansion, with strong links to European standardization bodies (ISO/TC 238, CEN TC 335) and Germany's aviation biofuels advisory board (aireg).

• Climate Policy & Politics
• Energy & Resources
• Environmental Policy & Politics
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Jessica F. Green is a Professor at the University of Toronto, with cross-appointments in the Department of Political Science and the School of the Environment. Her research focuses on climate governance, non-state actors, private authority, and transnational regulation. BA, Brown University MPA, Columbia University PhD, Princeton University Green’s work examines how non-state actors and institutions outside the multilateral system address global environmental challenges. She analyzes the role of NGOs as de facto rulemakers in the climate regime, their partnerships with multinational corporations, and critiques the effectiveness of the Paris Agreement. Her recent research highlights the limitations of carbon pricing and offsets while advocating for reforms in international trade and finance institutions to accelerate decarbonization. Her publications span journals like Nature , International Organization , and Business and Politics , with a recurring focus on regime complexity, organizational ecology, and climate governance. She blogs regularly for the Washington Post and co-authored influential pieces on oil companies’ greenwashing strategies. 2022 Fellowship, Institute for Advanced Studies, Princeton University 2021 Featured Scholar of the Week, Green Climate Social Science Network Member of the Royal Society of Canada Green’s research has shaped debates on green industrial policy, net zero targets, and the political economy of climate change. She advises governments and corporations on regime complexity and transnational regulation, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms over incremental measures.

Bernd MöllerView profile

Professor

• Sustainable Energy Systems
• Renewable Energy (Wind, Solar, Biomass)
• Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
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Prof. Dr. Bernd Möller is a faculty member at Europa-Universität Flensburg, specializing in sustainable energy systems management for developing countries. His research focuses on renewable energy integration, spatial analysis, and environmental planning, leveraging GIS tools for energy system transformation. Current position: Professor at Department Energy and Environmental Management Alumni of Flensburg University of Applied Sciences and Aalborg University (PhD in Energy Planning) Research interests encompass wind/solar/biomass systems, energy atlas development, and climate-resilient infrastructure. His work bridges technology, economics, and spatial planning in renewable transitions. Publications highlight trends in offshore wind modeling, biomass logistics, district heating expansion, and GIS-driven energy solutions. Key themes include decarbonization, resource constraints, and regional energy equity. Teaching involves applied GIS science, energy planning frameworks, and development cooperation. He leads the PhD program in Energy and Environmental Management for Developing Countries.

Daniel RosenbloomView profile

Professor

• Climate Policy
• Sustainability Transitions
• Energy Systems
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Professor Daniel Rosenbloom is a leading academic in climate policy and sustainability transitions at Carleton University's School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA). His research focuses on accelerating low-carbon transitions, net-zero strategies, and the governance of decarbonization pathways. He has organized high-profile events like the 2025 'Net Zero Meets Trade Disruption' workshop and engages actively in policy debates, notably critiquing carbon pricing mechanisms and advocating for integrated sustainability policies. His work bridges academic research and policy practice, addressing topics such as phase-out strategies for fossil fuels, smart grid innovations, and the political dynamics of climate action. He has secured research funding, including a $26,218 grant from the Climate Social Science Network, and collaborates with institutions like CBC News on public discourse about climate policy. Rosenbloom’s scholarship emphasizes bridging science and policy, with contributions to frameworks for accelerating pathways to net-zero emissions. Key themes include the role of policy mixes, interpretive flexibility in technology adoption, and the governance challenges of multi-system interactions in decarbonization. His research highlights the need for adaptive strategies that address both technological and socio-political dimensions of sustainability transitions.

Souran ChatterjeeView profile

Lecturer

• Energy Transitions
• Environmental Management
• Sustainability
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Dr. Souran Chatterjee is a Lecturer in Energy Transitions - Environmental Management & Sustainability at the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Plymouth. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), 11 (Sustainable Cities), and 13 (Climate Action). He focuses on energy transitions, climate policy modeling, and socio-technical systems analysis. Research interests include energy demand modeling, renewable energy integration, climate emergency responses, and SDG-climate synergies. He has advised undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations in energy economics, air pollution assessment, and health-environmental impact analysis. His recent work emphasizes net-zero building sectors, decarbonization pathways, and demand-side solutions for energy efficiency. He collaborates on projects like the Sustainable Energy Transitions Laboratory (SENTINEL) and EU initiatives like the Solar Rooftop Program. Teaching focuses on energy sustainability, social science research methods, and health economics. Key geographic interests include Europe (especially Italy's urban policies), South Asia (India's air quality challenges), and global south development dynamics. His toolkit expertise includes geospatial modeling, building energy simulation, and socio-technical transition analysis.

Lars J NilssonView profile

Professor

• Energy Systems
• Climate Policy
• Decarbonisation
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Lars J Nilsson is a Professor and Project Manager at Lund University 's Department of Technology and Society. He serves as Head of Department for Transport and Roads, while maintaining affiliations with CIRCLE, LTH Profile Area: The Energy Transition, and LU Profile Area: Nature-based future solutions. His work focuses on energy systems analysis, climate policy, and industrial decarbonisation. Employed at Lund University since 1993 Affiliated with multiple research centers and profile areas Over 180 research outputs and 14 projects Key research themes: Energy systems transformation Climate policy instruments Green industrial transition Policy coherence across sectors Carbon neutrality pathways Sustainable feedstock solutions Current research focuses on decarbonisation of energy-intensive industries like steel and chemicals, with particular attention to policy strategies and governance mechanisms.

Helen CaiView profile

Senior Lecturer

• International Business
• Circular Economy
• Sustainable Supply Chain Management
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Dr. Helen Cai is a Senior Lecturer in International Business and Circular Economy at Middlesex University Business School, where she serves as Programme Leader for the BA International Business Administration and BA Business Management (Top-Up). She also leads the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) programme delivered in China through a partnership with United Business Institutions (UBI). Additionally, she holds a Full Visiting Professorship at Jiaxing University, China. Her academic leadership extends to editorial roles as Senior Editor of Cogent Business and Management and member of the editorial board of the Journal of World Business . She is Vice President of Marketing for the International Case Study Research Association (ICRA). Dr. Cai’s research focuses on international business, sustainability, green innovation, and corporate environmental governance. She employs advanced methodologies such as fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis (fsQCA), econometrics, and scientometric analysis. Her work addresses critical issues including green supply chains, carbon emissions, foreign direct investment, and institutional influences on innovation. The 15 most recent publications highlight a strong trend toward environmental sustainability, circular economy, and data-driven policy analysis. Her recent work spans blockchain in green supply chains, AI in rehabilitation, carbon governance, land use, and migration policy, demonstrating interdisciplinary breadth and policy relevance. Bronze award, The First National Collegiate Olympiad Mathematical Mirror Competition (2022) Honourable Mention, Interdisciplinary Contest in Modelling (2022) First Prize, Asia and Pacific Mathematical Contest in Modelling (2021) Third Prize, THE International Case Competition (2021) Dr. Cai has extensive supervisory experience, currently guiding multiple PhD candidates and having chaired over 30 DBA viva panels. She has supervised over 60 BA, 150 MSc, and 75 MBA dissertations. She has participated in 72 PhD/DBA committees in roles including external examiner, internal examiner, and panel chair. Her grants and funding are not explicitly mentioned, but her research output and editorial roles suggest sustained scholarly engagement. She leads research teams focused on circular economy and international business, and her future work is likely to expand into AI-driven sustainability analytics, cross-border green innovation, and climate governance. Her prior industry experience as a Senior Economist at China’s Central Bank enriches her applied research perspective.

Sophia TickellView profile

Visiting Professor

• Sustainable Finance
• Just Transition
• Climate Policy
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Sophia Tickell serves as Visiting Professor in Practice at the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at London School of Economics. She specializes in sustainable finance and multi-stakeholder initiatives, working closely with Professor Nick Robins since 2018 to shape the Institute's financing the just transition programme through strategic advice, event facilitation, and policy development. Education: BA from University of Birmingham, MA from University of Oxford Leadership Roles: Founding Partner of Meteos Ltd, Chair/Co-Executive Director of SustainAbility Ltd (2004-2009), 10-year tenure at Oxfam Her research focuses on the just transition to net-zero economies, emphasizing the integration of social justice priorities in financial sector climate strategies. Key themes include: Aligning banking practices with net-zero targets Equitable financing for SMEs and housing sectors Multi-stakeholder dialogue frameworks Climate-resilient development with inclusive outcomes Recent publications analyze transition finance mechanisms across UK economic sectors, with a particular emphasis on banking sector responsibilities and policy implementation challenges. She actively contributes to the Institute's just transition research agenda through collaborative policy outputs.

• International Relations
• Constructivist Theory
• International Organisations and Global Governance
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Susan Park is a Professor of Global Governance in International Relations at the University of Sydney. Her research focuses on international organizations, global governance, and their roles in renewable energy transition and environmental accountability. She has held visiting scholar positions at prestigious institutions including the London School of Economics, Oxford University, and the Technical University of Munich. Her work is funded by governments in Australia, Canada, Britain, and Germany. Senior Research Fellow and Research Lead, Earth Systems Governance Affiliated Faculty, Munk School’s Environmental Governance Lab (University of Toronto) External Associate, Centre for the Study of Globalisation and Regionalisation (Warwick University) Her research spans International Relations , Constructivist theory , Global Environmental Politics , and Accountability mechanisms in development banks. She examines how international institutions adapt to environmental challenges and renewable energy governance. From 2023–2025, she leads two Australian Research Council Discovery Grants on Global Governance, Eco-Justice and Global Governing Gaps for Solar Energy . Her publications include books on The Good Hegemon (Oxford University Press) and Environmental Recourse at the Multilateral Development Banks (Cambridge University Press). 2022 Vice Chancellor’s Award for outstanding research Editorial Board: Earth Systems Governance Journal Lead Editor: Global Environmental Politics She supervises current PhD students including Hugh Tuckfield, FEI Su, and Ana-Maria Ulloa, and has previously supervised Marcel Kaba and Helena Varkkey. Park is affiliated with the Sydney Environment Institute, China Studies Centre, and The Net Zero Institute. She is a Hans Fischer Senior Fellow (2019–2023) at the Technical University of Munich.

Wim CartonView profile

Senior Lecturer

• Human Geography
• Political Ecology
• Climate Change Mitigation
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Wim Carton serves as a Senior Lecturer at the Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies (LUCSUS) and is a researcher with BECC (Biodiversity and Ecosystem services in a Changing Climate). He is also a member of Lund University's Profile Area: Nature-based future solutions. With a background in Human Geography, Development Studies, International Relations, and History, Dr. Carton focuses on understanding society-nature relations through the lens of sustainability challenges. His research interests center on the political economy of climate change mitigation, with particular emphasis on negative emissions and carbon removal technologies. Carton examines the politics of modeling negative emissions in integrated assessment models, the assumptions underpinning large-scale carbon removal projections, and how these approaches are adopted by policymakers globally. His work spans technologies from perennial agriculture and tree planting to bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) and direct air capture (DAC), always with a focus on climate justice implications. Carton's recent publications reveal a strong focus on critical analysis of carbon removal technologies and their integration into climate policy frameworks. His work investigates the political and economic conditions for implementing carbon removal projects across different geographies, challenging the assumptions behind mainstream climate science approaches to carbon removal. His research consistently addresses questions of environmental justice and the political economy dimensions of climate mitigation strategies. Dr. Carton actively participates in multiple research projects including GeoSPAS (Integrated Geological and SocioPolitical Assessment of Storage solutions for carbon dioxide removal), PERENNIAL (Is there a PERENNIAL future of agriculture?), and LU Land. He regularly engages with policymakers and the public through workshops, seminars, and media appearances, contributing to climate policy discussions through organizations like CO2ol - Climate Market Watch.

Harpa BirgisdottirView profile

Professor

• Life Cycle Assessment
• Greenhouse Gas Emissions
• Environmental Impact Assessment
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Harpa Birgisdottir is a Professor and Head of the Building Sustainability Section at Aalborg University's Department of Construction, Urban and Environmental Engineering. Her work focuses on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), net-zero carbon buildings, and circular economy strategies in construction. Key Research Areas: Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), Urban Development, and Climate Mitigation Academic Recognition: 2022 Best Paper at Sustainable Built Environment, 2020 Applied Energy Highly Cited Award Research Trends Recent publications emphasize data-driven sustainability assessments, embodied carbon in buildings, and fire safety LCA tools. She leads EU-wide projects on greenhouse gas emissions and co-develops frameworks for net-zero carbon buildings through IEA EBC Annex 89. Scientific Awards Best Paper (Sustainable Built Environment Berlin 2022) Highly Cited Research Paper (Applied Energy 2020) Det Bæredygtige Element - Produktprisen (2019) ROCKWOOL Prisen (2017) Best Paper (2013) As a principal investigator and supervisor, she guides PhD projects on biobased fire safety and urban circularity. Her team collaborates with international researchers on climate impact metrics and sustainable construction standards.

Jan GodsellView profile

Professor

• Supply Chain Strategy
• Circular Economy
• Operations Management
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Professor Jan Godsell serves as Dean of Loughborough Business School and holds the title of Professor of Operations and Supply Chain Strategy. Her dual career spans academia and industry, combining academic rigor with executive experience in global firms like Dyson and ICI/Zeneca Pharmaceuticals. She focuses on strategic supply chain alignment, circular economy transitions, and Industry 4.0 applications. Her research bridges operational excellence and strategic business goals, emphasizing sustainability, deglobalization risks, and innovation ecosystems. Advisory roles include the Made Smarter Expert Panel and Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund Advisory Group, reflecting her industry influence. Key research themes include circular economy frameworks, supply chain resilience, and the interplay between technology and sustainable practices. Recent work explores net-zero supply chains, food waste prevention, and geopolitical sourcing strategies. Awards and grants are not explicitly listed in the provided text, but her extensive advisory roles and leadership positions underscore her recognized expertise. Her career trajectory highlights a commitment to transforming academic insights into actionable industry strategies.