Birgit Kjærside Storm

Birgit Kjærside Storm is a Part-time Lecturer at AAU Energy within the Faculty of Engineering and Science at Aalborg University, Denmark. She is affiliated with the Energy Section in Esbjerg and contributes to applied research in materials science and sustainability.

• Institution: Aalborg University
• School: Faculty of Engineering and Science
• Department: Energy Section
• Position: Part-time Lecturer
• Email: bks@energy.aau.dk

Her research focuses on polymer chemistry, surface treatment of materials, adhesive bonding, composite wear, and the environmental impact of plastics. She has worked extensively on coatings for wind turbine blades, recyclability of plastic materials, and analytical methods for polymer additives. Her interdisciplinary work bridges industrial manufacturing and environmental sustainability.

Storm's publications from 2001 to 2017 reflect a consistent focus on practical materials engineering challenges. Key themes include life cycle assessment of plastic recyclates, durability of composite materials, surface treatments for improved adhesion, and environmental evaluation of polymer products. Her work often involves collaboration with industry, particularly in renewable energy and manufacturing sectors.

She has contributed to 32 press and media appearances from 2019 to 2022, discussing topics such as plastic recycling, consumer responsibility, and sustainable material use, demonstrating strong public engagement.

• Overfladebehandling før limning (2011–2012)
• Udvikling af forbedrede overfladebelægninger til vindmøllevinger (2010–2012)
• Termoplastiske kompositter (2009–2010)
• Analysemetoder for additiver i polymere (2009–2011)
• Limning af aluminium (2009–2012)

While no formal advising or grant leadership is documented, her project participation indicates collaborative research in applied materials science. She has not received any explicitly listed scientific awards.

Storm is active in public discourse on plastic sustainability and continues to contribute to research and outreach as of 2022.