Dr. Göran Finnveden

Professor

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Biography

Göran Finnveden is a Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specifically in the Division of Sustainability Assessment Management. He has an extensive background in sustainability practices, with particular research interests in sustainable consumption, climate action, life cycle assessment, and sustainability assessment tools. Throughout his career, he has led several significant projects aimed at integrating sustainable practices within higher education and has collaborated internationally, contributing to the Mistra Sustainable Consumption program. He was previously the Vice-President of sustainable development at KTH, where he focused on integrating sustainability into education and research throughout the university. Finnveden holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from KTH and a PhD in Natural Resources Management from Stockholm University. His academic contributions include over 128 published papers, with a strong emphasis on stakeholder engagement and public discourse on sustainability. His influence extends to various governmental boards and advisory councils, addressing issues related to sustainable development and climate action.

Research Interests

Sustainable Consumption Climate Action Life Cycle Assessment Sustainability Assessment Tools Environmental Impacts Digitalization Integration of Sustainable Development in Higher Education

Experience

Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Leading research in the Division of Sustainability Assessment Management, focusing on sustainable development practices.

Vice-President of Sustainable Development

2011-01-01 — 2021-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Worked on integrating sustainable development into education and research across the university.

Head of Division

2003-01-01 — 2011-01-01

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Established and led the Division of Environmental Strategies Research.

Researcher/Research Leader

1998-01-01 — 2005-01-01

Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI) • Sweden

Conducted research on environmental systems and sustainability.

Researcher

1988-01-01 — 1998-01-01

IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute • Sweden

Engaged in various environmental research projects.

Courses

Degree Project in Industrial Ecology Degree Project in Strategies for Sustainable Development Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development Environmental Aspects of the Built Environment Life Cycle Assessment Advanced Life Cycle Assessment Course Methods in Sustainability Science System Analysis in Life Cycle Assessment

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).