Xiaobing Zhang

Xiaobing Zhang is a researcher at the Department of Management Engineering, College of Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His work focuses on energy economics, climate and energy policy, and sustainable development, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to climate action and affordable clean energy.

• Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Department of Management Engineering
• Active in energy economics, climate policy, and energy transition research
• Involved in multiple international research projects and collaborations

His research interests center on energy economics and modelling, with a strong emphasis on climate and energy policy. Key areas include electric vehicle adoption dynamics, hydrogen energy systems, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy efficiency in buildings and appliances. He investigates how economic factors like gasoline prices and implicit discount rates influence consumer behavior and policy outcomes in developing and developed countries.

The recent publications highlight a consistent focus on energy transition pathways, particularly in China and Nordic countries. Themes include decarbonization through hydrogen, EV adoption under price signals, and policy evaluation using empirical models. The work spans energy economics, environmental policy, and engineering systems, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach to sustainable energy challenges.

Scientific Awards:

• EuroTech Visiting Scholar Travel Grant (2023)

Xiaobing Zhang is actively involved in research supervision and collaborative projects. He serves as a supervisor for PhD research on electricity markets and participates in major initiatives such as BEGONIA, RE-INTEGRATE, and FED. His editorial roles—as Associate Editor for Environment and Development Economics, Guest Editor for Climate Change Economics, and reviewer for several top journals—demonstrate significant service to the academic community. While specific grant awards are not detailed, his participation in funded projects indicates active grant involvement.

He contributes to interdisciplinary research teams focusing on energy systems, digital platforms for energy integration, and transdisciplinary climate strategies. These teams involve collaboration across institutions and regions, including the African Union and European Union, aiming to develop integrated solutions for sustainable energy futures.