The Centre for Sustainability Innovations team comprises a dedicated group of academic, research, and professional services colleagues who provide the leadership, expertise, and support needed to advance the Centre’s mission. Working across research, innovation, project delivery, industry engagement, business development, marketing, and operations, the team enables impactful collaborations and helps translate sustainability research into meaningful real-world outcomes.
Professor Vahid Vahidinasab
Academic Research Lead and Chair of Sustainability
Professor Vahid Vahidinasab is Academic Research Lead and Chair in Sustainability at Salford Business School, where he leads strategic initiatives at the intersection of sustainable development, innovation ecosystems, and digital transformation in infrastructure.
His work bridges academic research and practical impact, with a strong emphasis on collaborative projects that drive environmental and societal change.
He plays an active role in EU-UK collaborative projects, contributing to cross-border knowledge exchange, pilot site development, and the advancement of sustainability-driven innovation.His interdisciplinary approach facilitates the integration of sustainability principles across business, technology, and governance domains.
Professor Vahidinasab is a recognised leader in sustainable energy systems, with a strong track record in designing and implementing smart, resilient, and low-carbon energy solutions that support the transition to net-zero.
Beyond his core academic focus, he is deeply committed to inclusive innovation and systems thinking.He actively seeks opportunities for cross-sector collaboration, knowledge sharing, and capacity building.
Through his affiliation with the CSI, he supports its mission by championing strategic partnerships, thought leadership, and transformative change across the university and beyond.
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