Bruno Turnheim

Bruno Turnheim is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Manchester's IMP Innovation, Strategy and Sustainability department. He focuses on sustainability transitions, climate change governance, and science-policy interfaces. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and environmental justice.

Research interests include low-carbon transitions in energy systems, decarbonisation challenges in Africa, and institutional barriers to sustainable development. His interdisciplinary approach combines socio-technical systems analysis with policy evaluation.

Key publications analyze UK and European energy transitions, the role of transition intermediaries, and environmental impacts of decarbonisation in Africa. His work has influenced policy debates and been widely cited in academic and media outlets.

Affiliated with the Manchester Institute of Innovation Research, Turnheim collaborates internationally on sustainability-related projects. His research emphasizes practical policy relevance while addressing systemic challenges in achieving global climate goals.