Florent Joerin

Florent Joerin is an Associate Professor at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Western Switzerland, specifically at the Haute École d'ingénierie et de Gestion du Canton de Vaud (HEIG-VD) in Yverdon-les-Bains. He serves as the head of the G2C Institute (Geomatics, Environmental Management and Construction) and holds a privat-docent position at the Université de Lausanne, reflecting his strong academic engagement in geospatial and environmental decision-making research.

His research interests lie at the intersection of geography, engineering, and decision sciences. He specializes in using geographic information systems (GIS) and multi-criteria analysis to support collective decision-making in territorial planning. His approach emphasizes action-research and participatory processes, aiming to bridge technical modeling with stakeholder involvement in complex environmental and urban systems.

His work reflects a strong commitment to applied research that addresses real-world challenges in land use, sustainability, and rural development. By integrating geomatics with collaborative frameworks, he contributes to more transparent and inclusive territorial governance.

Florent Joerin previously held the Canada Research Chair in Territorial Decision Support from 2003 to 2013 and served as a professor at ÉSAD, demonstrating a long-standing international academic presence. His educational background includes engineering training in rural environments from the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland.

Scientific Awards

He advises research teams through his leadership of the G2C Institute, where he mentors researchers and coordinates interdisciplinary projects. While no specific grants are mentioned, his former Canada Research Chair position indicates a history of competitive research funding. His role combines academic supervision, institutional leadership, and collaborative research development.

He leads the G2C Institute (Geomatics, Environmental Management and Construction), a research unit focused on integrating spatial technologies with environmental and construction management. The institute fosters interdisciplinary collaboration in geomatics, sustainable infrastructure, and participatory planning, serving as a hub for applied research and innovation in territorial development.