Robert Malina

Robert Malina is a Professor of Environmental Economics and Head of the Research Group Environmental Economics at Hasselt University, Belgium. His work focuses on quantitative analyses in environmental, energy, and transportation economics, particularly the economic and environmental impacts of transportation networks at local, regional, and global scales. He leads research on mitigating aviation’s environmental impact and serves as a technical expert to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

• Current Roles: Professor, Head of Research Group
• Affiliations: U Hasselt Centre for Environmental Sciences

His research projects include FAA-funded studies on alternative jet fuels and development of the 'Global Connectivity Index' to measure air transportation linkages. Previously, he served as Associate Director at LAE (likely a research institute) from 2012–2016, leading aviation sustainability research.

No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His work integrates economic viability assessments with environmental policy, emphasizing interdisciplinary solutions for sustainable transportation systems.