Wieke Pot

Dr. Wieke Pot is an Assistant Professor in Public Administration and Policy at Wageningen University & Research, focusing on climate change governance, environmental policy, and long-term decision-making. Her research integrates institutional analysis, policy learning, and stakeholder engagement to address challenges such as water management, climate adaptation, and sustainable urban development. She leads projects on forward-looking governance strategies for climate resilience, particularly in the Netherlands and urban deltas like Rotterdam.

Her research interests include policy responses to creeping environmental crises, decision-making processes for infrastructure investments, and institutional frameworks for long-term sustainability. She has contributed to high-impact publications on subsidence management, drought policy, and circular cities, emphasizing actionable insights for policymakers.

• Key Awards: Best Presenter Award, Wageningen School of Social Sciences PhD Day (2017).
• Advising Students: Supervising PhD candidates in climate policy, water governance, and transformative urban planning.
• Collaborations: Active in interdisciplinary networks, including projects on drought resilience in Brazil and Belgium, and Dutch Delta Programme impacts.

Dr. Pot’s work bridges academic research and practical governance, with media engagements discussing water extremes, climate neutrality, and long-term policy challenges. She frequently presents at international conferences and collaborates with policymakers, NGOs, and local governments to translate research into actionable strategies.