Papaefthimiou Spiros

Papaefthimiou Spiros is a Professor at the School of Production Engineering and Management (PEM) of the Technical University of Crete. His research focuses on environmental engineering, renewable energy systems, and sustainability, with a strong emphasis on life cycle assessment (LCA) and climate policy. He leads studies on CO2 conversion technologies, solar energy integration, and emissions reduction in shipping and industrial sectors.

His work bridges academic research and practical applications, addressing challenges in energy transition, smart infrastructure, and urban sustainability. Key contributions include optimizing hybrid energy systems for off-grid areas, analyzing port emissions, and developing nature-based solutions like green roofs.

Recent publications highlight his expertise in carbon capture, AI-driven logistics, and geothermal energy systems. Spiros actively contributes to EU policy discussions on energy sector transformation and decarbonization strategies.

His research also explores external costs in maritime transport and innovative materials for sustainable buildings. Spiros collaborates internationally, advancing interdisciplinary solutions for global environmental challenges.