Reza Mortazavi

Reza Mortazavi is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in Economics at the School of Culture and Society, Dalarna University. He teaches economics at all levels, including introductory microeconomics, applied mathematics for economists, and econometrics. His research focuses on applied economics with a strong empirical orientation, emphasizing individual behavior and public policy evaluation. Key research areas include energy economics, transport demand, environmental policy, waste management, and the relationship between income and health. Recent work examines government subsidies to firms and the effectiveness of short-time work schemes during the COVID-19 crisis.

He holds a dual role as both teacher and researcher, coordinating advanced courses such as Econometrics (NA3011) and supervising theses at bachelor, master, and PhD levels. His methodological approach combines microeconomic theory with advanced econometric techniques. Notable research contributions include analyzing material footprint in circular economies, governance effects on African economic growth, and municipal waste policy impacts across Europe.

Mortazavi’s work spans diverse empirical contexts, from Swedish SMEs to Italian urban waste systems, demonstrating a commitment to real-world policy relevance. He has collaborated on studies evaluating public transport’s role in climate goals and the interplay between solar panel adoption and electric vehicle ownership. His publications reflect a balance between macro-level policy analysis and micro-level behavioral insights.