Philipp Rode

Dr. Philipp Rode is Executive Director of LSE Cities and Associate Professor (Education) at the London School of Economics' School of Public Policy. He leads interdisciplinary urban development research, focusing on transport, sustainability, and governance. His work spans global urban challenges, including climate policy, emergency governance, and urban transitions. Rode co-founded the Urban Age Programme and advises international organizations like UCLG and Metropolis. He holds degrees in transport systems (TU Berlin), city design (LSE), and urban governance (PhD, LSE), and has authored/co-edited influential books such as Governing Compact Cities and Shaping Cities in an Urban Age.

• Affiliations: LSE Cities, University of St. Gallen (Visiting Professor)
• Key Roles: Co-Director of LSE's MSc in Cities, Lead of Emergency Governance Initiative
• Global Engagement: Partnered with OECD, UNDP, World Resources Institute, and over 50 city governments

Research interests center on multi-dimensional urbanization, socio-technological transitions, and governance systems. His recent work emphasizes emergency governance frameworks for cities, climate-resilient urban policies, and accessibility strategies. Rode has contributed to shaping the UN's New Urban Agenda and advised the Global Commission on the Economy and Climate.

Publications span peer-reviewed journals (Transport Policy, Environment and Planning B) and edited volumes addressing urban sustainability, transport governance, and strategic planning. His work bridges academic insights with policy impact, emphasizing actionable frameworks for equitable and resilient cities.