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Dr. Runa Das is an Associate Professor and core faculty member in the Doctor of Social Sciences program at Royal Roads University. Her research focuses on energy-related sustainability challenges, including energy justice, pro-environmental behavior, and energy poverty. She holds a PhD in Environmental Applied Science and Management from Ryerson University, alongside degrees from York University, Carleton University, and Mount Allison University. Das has secured grants totaling over $300K for energy poverty research and has collaborated on projects like the $1.37M community housing study. Her work bridges quantitative methodologies with interdisciplinary sustainability issues, emphasizing equity and inclusion. Notable awards include a 2016 teaching award from Ryerson’s Learning and Teaching Office. Das advises on energy transition policies, emphasizing the intersection of climate action and social justice.
Education:
- PhD in Environmental Applied Science and Management, Ryerson University
- Master of Arts in Psychology, York University
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Carleton University
- Bachelor of Science, Mount Allison University
Research Interests:
- Energy justice and equity
- Social dimensions of energy use
- Climate resilience and adaptation
- Pro-environmental behavior change
- Energy literacy and public engagement
Grants & Projects:
- $300K SSHRC grant for energy poverty research
- $1.37M community housing sustainability project
Awards:
- 2016 Teaching Award, Ryerson University
Das collaborates with institutions like York University’s Robarts Centre and actively publishes in high-impact journals. She advocates for inclusive energy transitions that address systemic inequities, integrating climate action with equity-focused policies.
