Eirik Romstad

Eirik Romstad is a Professor at the Business School of the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU), where he conducts research and teaching in economics with a focus on environmental and resource economics and macroeconomics. He is actively involved in academic instruction, supervising courses at both bachelor's and master's levels.

Education:

• PhD in Environmental and Resource Economics, Oregon State University (1990)
• MSc in Natural Resource Management, Norwegian College of Agriculture (1983)

His research interests lie at the intersection of economic theory and environmental policy, particularly in the areas of environmental regulation, nonpoint source pollution, climate policy, and market-based solutions to ecological challenges. His work often integrates institutional design and behavioral incentives in environmental governance.

The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on environmental regulation, pollution control mechanisms, and the economic implications of policy design. Key themes include carbon dioxide reductions under cap-and-trade systems, self-reporting mechanisms for pollution compliance, and cooperative approaches to agricultural runoff. The research spans disciplines such as environmental economics, ecological economics, and policy analysis, with strong applications to real-world regulatory frameworks.

Scientific Awards:

Eirik Romstad has contributed to significant research projects such as the Center for Environmental Radioactivity (CERAD) and the Foods of Norway initiative (wood prebiotics), indicating active engagement in interdisciplinary environmental research. He has not listed formal grants, but his involvement in large-scale projects suggests prior funding support. He has also supervised or co-taught courses with other academics, though no formal advisees are listed.

Labs and Research Teams:

He is associated with the Center for Environmental Radioactivity (CERAD) and has contributed to the Foods of Norway project, focusing on sustainable bioproduction. These affiliations reflect his integration into multidisciplinary research environments addressing environmental and resource challenges.