Inger Andresen

Inger Andresen is a Professor at the Department of Architecture and Technology at NTNU, leading projects such as the European initiative 'Climate Positive Circular Communities.' She specializes in integrated energy design, zero-emission buildings, and sustainable urban development. Her work includes pioneering the Zero Emission Buildings (ZEB) research center and contributing to the FME ZEN (Zero Emission Neighborhoods in Smart Cities).

Education: PhD in Integrated Energy Design (NTNU, 2000) and Master's in Building Energy Systems (University of Colorado, 1991).

Research focuses on energy-efficient building design, renewable energy integration, and holistic approaches to urban sustainability. Key projects include the EU-funded 'Sustainable Plus Energy Neighborhoods' (SYN.IKIA) and leadership in climate-positive community frameworks. She has over 30 years of experience in academia and industry, including roles at SINTEF and consulting firms like Asplan Viak.

Notable contributions include policy development for BREEAM-NOR and LEED certifications, emphasizing indoor climate and energy efficiency. She leads large-scale initiatives like the €20M 'Climate Positive Circular Communities' project, addressing carbon neutrality and circular economy principles.

Her research spans technical innovations in energy systems, urban planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration across academia, industry, and policy-making.