Articles about economics

Appointed to one of Sweden's sustainability songs

Jonas Grafström, researcher in Economics, has been selected as one of Sweden's sustainability talents by the newspaper Aktuell Hållbarhet. The list of 33 people (33 years or younger) aims to highlight and present those who exemplify and set the agenda for sustainable development.

Health economics broadens the research field at LTU

Luleå University of Technology is expanding its research within the field of economics through a cooperation with Region Norrbotten. During the next two years Elin Spegel, Post Doctor of Economics, will focus on research in health economics. – For example, potential projects may include valuing new methods for stroke treatment, new technical solutions or screening, says Elin Spegel.

Regional aspects of a transformation towards fossil free transportation

Which policy instruments are needed for Swedish households to switch to fossil-free transports and how does regional differences affect the policies effectiveness? This will researchers in Economics at Luleå University of Technology study in a three-year project funded by the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency.

Conference on energy conversion

The conference Swedish Association for Energy Economics (SAEE) have during two days gathered academics, analysts, policy makers and industry players to discuss Sweden's energy transition.

Åsa Lindman – Teacher of the Year

Teacher of the Year 2016 is Åsa Lindman, a Postdoctoral researcher in Economics. – It feels great! I am very happy and value it very high, says Åsa Lindman.

Energy Conference for future challenges

A broad national energy conference that brings together researchers, government agencies, politicians and industry is for the first time organized in Sweden. Luleå University of Technology is the host and the focus is on the transformation of the Swedish energy system.

Alternative energy sources requires new instruments

To deal with climate change and achieve society's stringent climate goalsthe carbon-intensive energy consumption needs to decrease in favor of renewable energy technologies such as wind power. The transition, however, requires a review of policy instruments according to new research at Luleå University of Technology.

Published:27 February 2016
Updated: 27 February 2016
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