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Charlie Wilson

Photo courtesy of Charlie Wilson

Photo courtesy of Charlie Wilson

BUA Institution

Humboldt Universität zu Berlin

Research Description

Generating actionable evidence for accelerating global energy transitions towards a zero carbon energy system. 

Where in the world has your career been largely based until now?

Oxford & Norwich (UK), Vienna (Austria), and Vancouver (Canada)

Why Berlin?

It’s fun, dynamic, energetic, and stimulating.

What fascinates you about your research area?

Digital transformation and tackling climate change are two of the most impactful and important change processes affecting global society today. Analysing how to align them is complex and fascinating.

What major short-term goal are you currently working towards with your research?

To assess the impacts of AI - both for better and for worse - on global energy transitions and the prospects of reaching net-zero emissions.

If you could have a radical career change for a week, what would it be?

An architect.

What is something surprising that people might not know about you?

I love pina coladas.

What would your advice be for colleagues at home interested in a research stay in Berlin?

Dive in and enjoy the city and its universities.