Dr. Maryna Henrysson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Maryna Henrysson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Energy Systems at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in Circular Economy within Energy Systems. She earned her PhD in Low-carbon Development from the Technical University of Denmark's Department of Technology, Management, Economics and holds an MSc in Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science from Lund University. Her research interests focus on sustainability transformations, particularly at the intersection of climate action, energy systems, and governance. She investigates socio-ecological and socio-technical systems in relation to unsustainable production and consumption patterns, exploring the dynamics of change. Her previous work includes analysis of institutional economics, climate finance, and investment flows in the Global South, specifically related to climate change mitigation strategies in Mexico and Vietnam. At KTH, she is also involved in understanding sustainability circularity in urban systems and contributes significantly to education at various academic levels, having supervised numerous MSc students and mentored PhD candidates. Additionally, she has engaged in research capacity development to foster knowledge exchange, particularly in climate change mitigation policies.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Focus on Circular Economy within Energy Systems, involved in research, education, and supervision of MSc and PhD students.

Institutional Analyst

— Present

UNEP Copenhagen Climate Center • Copenhagen

Conducted analyses related to capacity development, technology transfer, and climate finance mechanisms.

Courses

Circular Economy Industrial Systems (FMG3210) Circular Economy and Energy Systems (MJ2513) Thesis in Energy Systems, Sustainable Development and Industrial Economics (MJ148X) Thesis in Energy Systems Analysis, Advanced Level (MJ249X) Thesis in Energy Technology, Advanced Level (MJ218X) Research Methods for Sustainable Energy (MJ2510)

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).