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Dr. Gerdien de Vries is a climate psychologist focusing on climate-related issues, including energy transition and reducing carbon emissions from a behavioral perspective. Her research explores how climate change influences human behavior, looking at positive impacts and promoting green behavior among various stakeholders, such as ordinary citizens, government bodies, businesses, and media. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the factors that drive social debate and government policies that influence citizen behavior and political agendas. Gerdien earned her PhD from Leiden University in social psychology, specifically investigating how framing climate policy can influence public support for sustainability measures. She aims to apply psychological insights to practical policy applications and draw from a rich interdisciplinary background that includes technology, management, and communication to facilitate a smoother transition to a greener world. Gerdien is particularly interested in the interplay between psychological, technological, and administrative factors, which are crucial for making energy supply both technically and financially viable while gaining the support of citizens and politicians alike. At TU Delft, she integrates her expertise in civil engineering, mathematical modeling, and policy management with psychological principles to develop viable solutions for energy challenges.
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