Filip Johnsson

Filip Johnsson is a Full Professor in Energy Technology at Chalmers University of Technology, where he leads research on measures to reduce the climate impact of the energy system. His work addresses both technical issues regarding electricity and heat production and how the entire energy system can be transformed by 2050 through technical-economic studies.

Professor Johnsson's research spans multiple critical areas in the transition to sustainable energy systems:

• Energy Systems Analysis: Comprehensive modeling of energy systems to identify cost-effective pathways for decarbonization
• Industrial Decarbonization: Electrification of energy-intensive industries and carbon capture technologies
• Renewable Energy Integration: Grid stability, storage needs, and system flexibility with high shares of variable renewables
• Transportation Electrification: Real-world EV usage patterns and infrastructure requirements
• Fluidized Bed Technology: Advanced combustion and carbon capture processes
• Energy Policy: Critical analysis of Swedish and European climate policies and implementation strategies

Johnsson's extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on practical, implementable solutions for deep decarbonization across multiple sectors. His recent work shows increasing emphasis on industrial decarbonization pathways, grid integration challenges with high renewable shares, and critical evaluation of policy mechanisms. The research often employs technical-economic modeling approaches, combining engineering analysis with economic evaluation to identify cost-optimal pathways for climate mitigation.

Professor Johnsson actively engages with Swedish energy policy debates, contributing to public discourse through newspaper articles and government reports. His work frequently addresses the practical implementation challenges of Sweden's ambitious climate goals, particularly regarding industrial decarbonization and grid infrastructure requirements.