Christian A. Klöckner

Christian A. Klöckner is a Professor of Social Psychology and Quantitative Methods at the Department of Psychology, NTNU, within the Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences. He holds dual expertise in social psychology and advanced quantitative research methods. His academic journey includes a doctorate from Ruhr University Bochum (2001-2005) focusing on habits and transport choice, followed by roles as an Associate Professor at NTNU (2007) and a full Professor since 2010. He leads research on sustainable consumer behavior, climate change psychology, and behavioral interventions.

Key affiliations include leadership in the 'Citizen, Environment, and Safety' research group and collaboration with Professors Mehmetoglu, Rundmo, and others. His work spans interdisciplinary projects, including studies on energy-efficient upgrades, automated vehicles, and climate policy governance. Notable contributions include analyzing mobility patterns, energy retrofitting policies, and the psychological dimensions of climate action.

Research highlights include exploring emotional responses to climate change (e.g., CLIMATE BRAIN neuroimaging projects) and investigating public acceptance of emerging technologies like vehicle-to-grid systems. His interdisciplinary approach combines behavioral science with policy analysis, addressing both individual and systemic sustainability challenges.