Dr. Dilip Khatiwada

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dilip Khatiwada is an Associate Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden, holding a Ph.D. Docent Degree in Energy Technology. His research focuses on sustainability in renewable energy, developing decision support tools for life cycle assessment (LCA), and optimizing energy systems to enhance sustainability and climate change mitigation. With a background in mechanical engineering and dual Master's Degrees in Sustainable Energy Engineering and Public Administration/Policy, he brings over 25 years of experience from various roles in private, public, and international development sectors. Previously, he has worked with multinational companies, government ministries, and international organizations such as the Asian Development Bank. Additionally, he has served as a visiting researcher in prominent research institutions across Brazil, Austria, and the USA. His current work examines biobased economies and decarbonization strategies, contributing to over 35 peer-reviewed journal papers and articles on international platforms regarding energy and sustainability.

Research Interests

Renewable Energy Climate Change Strategies Energy Development Advanced Transport Fuels Greenhouse Gas Accounting Sustainability Assessment Dynamic Life Cycle Assessment Bio-Based Economy Systems Optimization Nexus Assessment Energy & Climate Policies

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Teaching and conducting research in Energy Technology and Sustainable Development.

Manager

— Present

Multinational Private Company •

Managed operations and projects.

Spokesperson

— Present

Ministry of Environment •

Served as assistant spokesperson, involved in environmental policies.

Component Manager

— Present

Danish International Development Agency •

Managed environmental project initiatives.

Plant Manager

— Present

Sewage Treatment Plants •

Oversaw operations and maintenance of sewage treatment facilities.

Under-Secretary (Technical)

— Present

Government of Nepal •

Provided technical oversight and direction in governmental projects.

Courses

Degree Project Energy Climate Studies, Cycle (MJ244X) Degree Project Energy Climate Studies, Cycle (MJ245X) Energy Systems Sustainable Development (MJ2508) Methods Research Sustainable Energy (MJ2510) Transformation Energy Policy Climate Agenda (MJ2512) Transformation Energy Policy Climate Agenda (MJ2531)

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).