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Åke Thidell is a Lecturer at the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) at Lund University, Sweden. His work focuses on circular economy systems, sustainable consumption patterns, and environmental policy analysis, contributing to multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through interdisciplinary research.
Thidell's research examines consumer behavior in sustainable fashion, repair/refurbishment systems for electronics, and energy transitions in agricultural value chains. His work bridges environmental economics with practical policy implementation, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration and resource efficiency across sectors including textiles, electronics, and food systems.
Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent focus on circular economy applications, particularly spare parts harvesting from WEEE and municipal policy frameworks. Key trends include integrating technical solutions with behavioral change strategies, analyzing extended producer responsibility schemes, and developing collaborative innovation models for sustainable value chains across diverse sectors.
Thidell actively participates in major research initiatives including AgroDrive (fossil-free energy transition in agriculture) and CREACE (repair society development), funded by entities like the Swedish Energy Agency. His collaborative projects involve extensive networks across academia, industry, and policymaking spheres.
As part of Lund University's research ecosystem, Thidell contributes to networks like Urban Arena and ClimBEco, facilitating interdisciplinary knowledge exchange on sustainability transitions. His activities include organizing workshops, presenting at international conferences, and serving on environmental advisory boards such as Akademiska Rådet för Hanöbuktens Miljö.
