Gjalt de Jong

Prof. Gjalt de Jong is a Full Professor at the University of Groningen's Campus Fryslân, specializing in Sustainable Entrepreneurship in a Circular Economy (SECE). His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly focusing on entrepreneurship ecosystems, SME performance, and circular business models. He leads research on topics like regulatory compliance, high-tech alliances, and institutional environments, with over 148 publications and 120 professional activities. Key collaborations span European transition economies and global sustainability initiatives.

Research Interests: His expertise spans sustainable entrepreneurship, institutional impacts on firms, and strategic alliances. Recent work emphasizes ecosystem roles in entrepreneurship, personality traits influencing sustainability decisions, and policy frameworks for food systems justice. Over 50% of his research addresses SDGs 8 (Decent Work), 12 (Responsible Consumption), and 13 (Climate Action).

Awards & Grants: Notable recognitions include the €15.9M REGENL NGF Grant (2024), grants on circular business models in social housing, and prizes for research on entrepreneurial opportunity recognition and windfarm joint ventures. These awards highlight his impactful contributions to sustainability and institutional studies.

Advising & Grants: Supervised 14 academic works, focusing on sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship. Active in grant acquisition, with notable funding from the Netherlands Ministry of Agriculture and private partnerships. Engages in policy advising through media contributions on regenerative agriculture, circular economy transitions, and rural development strategies.

Labs & Teams: Coordinates interdisciplinary teams at Campus Fryslân, collaborating with industry partners on projects like regenerative agriculture in Friesland and circular business models. Leads the SECE group, fostering innovation in social housing and sustainable enterprise.