Hans Olaf Delviken

Hans Olaf Delviken is an Assistant Professor and Program Manager for the Bachelor studies in Sustainable Economics at the University of Inland Norway's Inland School of Business and Social Sciences, Department of Business Administration. He specializes in sustainability within building sectors with 16+ years of experience.

His professional background includes project leadership roles in environmental procurement standards, life cycle cost materials development, and Norway's governmental environmental action plans for housing. Notable achievements include contributing to two climate policy white papers and serving on Standards Norway committees.

Research interests focus on balancing economic growth with environmental stewardship through innovation and digital transformation. He currently participates in the Smarter Greener Innovation (SGI) research group and the Financial Management, Accounting and Auditing group.

Prior experience includes strategic sustainability roles at Norway's Ministry of Local Government and Modernisation, where he shaped national policies addressing climate challenges and public affairs.