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Dr. Julia Olsen is an Associate Professor in Environmental Sociology at Nord University, specializing in socio-economic adaptation in Arctic regions, ocean sustainability, and marine litter management. She coordinates the Circumpolar and Nordic Studies bachelor’s program and teaches courses on sustainability and climate change. Her research focuses on Arctic shipping impacts, tourism governance, and community resilience, supported by projects funded by the Research Council of Norway and the EU. Recent projects include 'Building transdisciplinary bridges for sustainable Svalbard development' and 'SHIFTPLASTICS' addressing plastic waste in fisheries. She actively disseminates research through media and public engagement.
Key research areas include Arctic coastal communities, cruise tourism sustainability, and adaptive governance. Her work bridges environmental and social sciences, emphasizing policy implications for Arctic regions. Collaborations involve international scholars and institutions, contributing to global debates on ocean sustainability and climate change.
Notable contributions include analyzing community viability in Svalbard and the Arkhangelsk Oblast, as well as exploring governance frameworks for sustainable cruise tourism. Her research highlights intersections between economic growth, environmental protection, and local stakeholder involvement.
