Martin Mohr Olsen, PhD
PhD in Sustainability-Oriented Innovation with an Arctic twist. Guerrilla ontologist, AI evangelist, and a fearless boundary spanner. Futurist with a penchant for shaking up the status quo and championing the bold ideas of post-sustainability. Curious? Let’s connect and explore the future together.
I am currently working as an AI-consultant for the National Library of the Faroe Islands.
I am on the 2025-2027 expert panel of Nordic Culture Point's Demos initiative, representing the Faroe Islands.
I am also an ambassador for Visit Faroe Islands and part of Tórshavn-based incubator Hugskotið's mentor-programme.
My most recent AI related work
Podcast host in Faroese-language podcast Vitlíki, all about artificial intelligence in the Faroe Islands.
[Upcoming] Moderator on the West Nordic Council's thematic conference on "Transport and Infrastructure in the West Nordic Region".
AI Consultant for the National Library of the Faroe Islands.
Moderator at the political debate "AI - Now What?" at the Nordic House in the Faroe Islands.
Organiser of the 40-hour West-Nordic think-thank "Aligning Efforts: Artificial Intelligence in the North Atlantic Region".
AI Consultant for Nordic Atlantic Cooperation.
Vitlíki (our podcast)
In Vitlíki we’re diving into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence with a brand-new Faroese-language podcast exploring AI in the Faroe Islands.
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My bio
I’ve worn many hats, including course coordinator at the University of the Faroe Islands, where I dived into International Relations, Sociology, and the intricacies of regional Nordic studies.With a PhD from the Technical University of Denmark, I explored sustainability-oriented innovation in the Arctic—think green solutions with an Arctic chill. As a self-proclaimed futurist, I’m all about championing the bold, boundary-pushing paradigm of post-sustainability.I’ve pulled off conferences and workshops on everything from green growth and innovation to resilience and smart cities—essentially, where tech meets sustainability with a dash of ambition. Collaborating with local leaders, universities, and civic groups, I’ve helped turn sustainable ideas into action.My global escapades have taken me from the icy landscapes of Greenland to the buzzing streets of Japan and South Korea, with stops in Scotland, Denmark, and the Faroe Islands. Each place has shaped my perspective and fueled my passion for creating a more innovative and sustainable future.
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