Michael Jonas

Dr. Michael Jonas is a Researcher at the Institute for Society, Knowledge and Politics (AAU), Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt. His work focuses on sustainable consumption practices, urban infrastructures, and climate policy, with a particular emphasis on repair, DIY movements, and circular economies. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and contributes to both academic and public discourse on environmental and social sustainability.

Jonas’s research interests span urban studies, environmental policy, and political sociology. His publications explore topics such as alternative economic practices, climate-friendly structural design, and the intersection of capitalism with democratic systems. He has edited and authored books on repair initiatives in Vienna and circular economy frameworks, reflecting his commitment to actionable sustainability solutions.

His recent articles highlight trends in climate policy design, urban care infrastructures, and critiques of consumerist capitalism. While his work does not explicitly mention awards, his contributions to open-access publications and collaborative research projects underscore his dedication to accessible knowledge dissemination. He is part of the Institute’s interdisciplinary team, working alongside scholars like Erik Aarden and Anja Bauer to address societal and environmental challenges.