Prof. Harriet Bulkeley

Professor Harriet Bulkeley is a distinguished academic with joint appointments at Durham University and the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development at Utrecht University. Her research centers on environmental governance, focusing on the politics of climate change, energy, and sustainable cities. With a prolific publication record that includes eight books and over 60 papers, her influential works such as An Urban Politics of Climate Change and Accomplishing Climate Governance have shaped contemporary discourse in her field. Currently, she coordinates the H2020 NATURVATION project, which explores urban innovation through nature-based solutions for sustainable development, and serves as a co-investigator on the H2020 REINVENT project that addresses the political and financial challenges of decarbonization. Professor Bulkeley has collaborated with various organizations, including the UK Government and the World Bank, to translate research into actionable policies. Her accolades include the King Carl XVI Gustaf Professorship in Environmental Science and recognition as a Fellow of the British Academy, highlighting her significant impact on climate policy and governance.