Devon Wemyss

Devon Wemyss is a Researcher at the ZHAW School of Management and Law, specifically within the Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, focusing on Energy & Sustainability, Behaviour Change, and Digital/Social Innovations. His work emphasizes transdisciplinary collaboration and systemic approaches to energy transitions.

Education includes a PhD in Science & Technology Policy Studies from the University of Sussex (2019-2024), an MSc in Environmental Science from ETH Zürich (2009-2012), and a BEng in Civil Engineering from McGill University (2003-2008). He holds an ORCID ID: 0000-0003-1615-7515 and LinkedIn presence.

Research Interests: Development and evaluation of digital tools for climate-relevant behavior change; integration of design methods into behavioral theory; co-design processes for energy-saving apps. His work bridges academic research and practical implementation, with a focus on household energy consumption, community engagement, and policy frameworks.

Key Projects:

• Project Leader for SWEET LANTERN (Living Labs for Energy Transition)
• Deputy Leader for Innovation Monitor and Energy Startup Day
• Team Member in SWEET COSI, Social Power Plus, and Swiss Competence Center for Energy Research (SCCER CREST)

Grants & Funding: Involved in multiple research initiatives supported by Swiss government agencies and collaborative networks, though specific grant details are not disclosed.

Labs/Teams: Active in interdisciplinary teams within ZHAW's Innovation Institute, collaborating with Eawag, ETH Zurich, and industry partners like Pöyry and CH2M Hill.