Leading Expert in Climate Design and Sustainable Architecture
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Delft University of TechnologyAndy van den Dobbelsteen serves as Full Professor of Climate Design & Sustainability at TU Delft's Faculty of Architecture and the Built Environment, and Principal Investigator for the Amsterdam Institute for Advanced Metropolitan Solutions. His research focuses on sustainable buildings, energy systems, and climate adaptation, with significant contributions to urban sustainability and climate-responsive architecture. He has led numerous major research projects including City-zen (energy transition), Climate Proof Cities (climate adaptation), and Better Airport Regions (circularity). His work has garnered over 7,200 citations, with groundbreaking research in thermal comfort, daylight performance, and sustainable energy systems. As chair of NL Greenlabel's scientific advisory board and Dutch Green Building Council board member, he actively shapes sustainability policies while advising the government on energy transition. His achievements were recognized with the 2019 KIVI Academic Society Award for research of major social importance. His approach emphasizes utilizing local renewable resources and translating research into practical solutions for sustainable urban development, driven by his commitment to preserving the environment for future generations.