Derk Loorbach

Derk Loorbach is a Professor at the Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Erasmus University Rotterdam. His work focuses on sustainability transitions, energy governance, and transformative research practices, often intersecting with urban governance, transdisciplinary methodologies, and social innovation.

Recent publications highlight his engagement with informal governance mechanisms in Indian cities, ethical dilemmas in collaborative research, and organizational challenges during sustainability transitions. His research spans community-driven solutions, business models, and institutional reforms.

He has contributed to journals like Action Research, Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, and Sustainability Science, emphasizing sustainability science, environmental policy, and behavioral dynamics. His activities include editorial work and participation in academic events.