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Sustainability Institute and Forum (SIF)

Sustainability Institute and Forum (SIF)

MISSION

The Sustainability Institute & Forum at Reykjavik University is dedicated to advancing research and education in sustainable development, with a strong foundation in the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As an institute that engages all departments at RU, SIF fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration and maintains a dual impact, both within academia and in society. Through strategic partnerships with key sponsors, SIF supports and funds high-quality research projects, ensuring a transparent selection process and responsible allocation of resources.

Háifoss 2024

SIF 2025 Grant Recipients

Celebrating Our Project and PhD Grant Recipients

We are proud to recognize the outstanding faculty and PhD students who have been selected as this year’s grant recipients. Their continued dedication, curiosity, and commitment to advancing a more sustainable world inspire us all. Through countless hours of research, collaboration, and perseverance, they are pushing the boundaries of knowledge and driving meaningful change across disciplines.

We also extend our heartfelt thanks to the reviewers who generously contributed their time and expertise in evaluating an exceptional pool of applicants. Their thoughtful input was invaluable in helping us identify recipients whose work holds great promise for a better, more sustainable future.

Congratulations to all—your work lights the way forward.

  • Guðmundur Kristjánsson - Department of Applied Engineering
  • Þórður Víkingur Friðgeirsson - Department of Engineering
  • Anna Sigríður Íslind - Department of Computer Science
  • Ewa Carlson - Department of Business and Economics
  • Ármann Gylfason - Department of Engineering
  • María Sigríður Guðjónsdóttir - Department of Engineering
  • Svana Helen Björnsdóttir - Department of Engineering
  • Haukur Ingi Jónasson - Department of Engineering / Psychology
  • Helgi Þór Ingason - Department of Engineering
  • Magnús Yngvi Jósefsson - Department of Business and Economics
  • Hafrún Kristjánsdóttir - Department of Sport Science
  • Helga Kristín Auðunsdóttir - Department of Law

Events and Meetings

2025 Strategy Meeting

On February 4th, members of SIF met to discuss the strategy of SIF.

Research

Applications for SIF PhD and Project Grants

CLOSED FOR 2025

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If there are any issues, please email sustainability@ru.is

Members

Let's Talk

Share your excitement and ideas by reaching out to us at sustainability@ru.is 

Agata Rostran Largaespada
Researcher / SIF Programme Administrator
Alisha Moorhead
Programme Administrator
Department of Engineering / Iceland School of Energy