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Jintian Xu

Jintian Xu

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I study how digital platforms can bridge policy and technology gaps to accelerate circular transitions in cities — turning material data into actionable insights for urban sustainability

Research profile

Jintian Xu works as a PhD candidate at the Department of the Built Environment, Eindhoven University of Technology. His research explores how digital platforms and public–private partnerships (PPP) can accelerate the circular economy transition in the built environment. He focuses on developing data-driven mechanisms to enhance material traceability, urban mining, and policy–technology alignment.

Academic background

Jintian Xu obtained his Master’s degree in Urban Design and Regional Planning from City University of Hong Kong in 2024 and his Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from China University of Mining and Technology in 2022. He is currently pursuing a PhD in information system in the Built Environment group at Eindhoven University of Technology, focusing on digital platforms, circular economy, and urban mining.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
    SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  2. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  3. SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
    SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
  4. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
  5. SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
    SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals