Prof. Dr. Ir. Andy van den Dobbelsteen is a Professor of Climate Design & Sustainability at Delft University of Technology's Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment . His work focuses on integrating sustainable energy systems , climate adaptation strategies , and urban development through innovative design solutions. Department: Architectural Engineering + Technology Expertise: Energy systems, climate-responsive architecture, urban sustainability He actively translates research findings into actionable concepts for heritage building retrofitting , data center energy alternatives , and vertical urban farming , emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge transfer. His recent publications explore parametric modeling for energy efficiency, renewable backup systems , and synergetic urban design . He received prestigious awards including the edX Prize and Knight of the Netherlands Lion . 2020 edX Prize for Zero-Energy Design MOOC 2020 Golden Heron for educational film 'Energy Slaves' 2019 Solar Decathlon Europe 2nd prize As a dedicated educator, he supervises students in user-centred sustainability projects while maintaining active industry partnerships through secondary roles as speaker and columnist.










