Dr. Olga Kordas

Associate Professor

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Biography

Olga Kordas is an Associate Professor in Sustainable Urban Development at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, with more than 17 years of experience in research, teaching, and managing strategic research innovation policy. She leads the research group 'Urban Analytics Transitions' at the Department of Sustainable Development, Environmental Sciences Engineering (SEED). Her research focuses on urban data analytics, energy transition, smart sustainable cities, and the role of ICT and citizen engagement in enabling sustainable urban development. Since January 2017, she has served as Director of Viable Cities, a Swedish National Strategic Innovation Program designed for smart sustainable cities. This initiative integrates a people-centered approach to urban development, focusing on digitalization and electrification while fostering civic engagement. Kordas coordinates KTH's 'Energy Smart City' track within the EIT InnoEnergy MSc program, emphasizing innovation in energy efficiency and sustainable solutions in urban environments. She actively participates in collaborative research programs and serves on advisory boards aimed at advancing energy solutions and sustainability in urban contexts.

Research Interests

Urban Data Analytics Energy Transition Smart Sustainable Cities Information and Communication Technology Citizen Engagement Sustainable Urban Development

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm

Teaching and research in Sustainable Urban Development, leading research initiatives in urban analytics and smart cities.

Director

2017-01-01 — Present

Viable Cities • Stockholm

Oversaw a Swedish Strategic Innovation Program focused on smart and sustainable urban development.

Courses

Degree Project Industrial Ecology Degree Project Strategies Sustainable Development Smart Cities Climate Mitigation Strategies- Project Based Transdisciplinary Approaches System Innovations

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).