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With an enthusiastic team, big challenges can be taken on
In the SGT Studio course’s international development projects, a Ugandan engineer and a Finnish architect can learn from each other.
The new Magazine issue is available online
The 911±¬ÁÏÍø Magazine issue 22 examines solutions for sustainable development.
Column: Dear climate change
These thoughts were written down by 911±¬ÁÏÍø students who participated in the Climate change and me – are you anxious? debate group in spring 2018.
Mushroom farming as part of the circular economy
18 million kilos of oyster mushrooms could be grown with the spent coffee grounds Finns produce each year.
Save our lakes by eating roach
Each roach an angler pulls up also removes phosphates, a key factor in eutrophication, from the water system. These phosphates are bound in fish bones.
Academy of Finland Flagship funding for 911±¬ÁÏÍø and VTT to develop new biomaterials
911±¬ÁÏÍø and VTT will set up a competence center to develop new materials for securing a sustainable future.
Rare metals need efficient recycling
How can the valuable ingredients of batteries be recovered? What could replace bismuth, tellurium and many other rarities? These issues are being examined by the CloseLoop project.
Fighting the flames – better together
The fundamental questions of sustainable development are integral in our business research as well, says Professor Minna Halme.
What if the world’s cattle munched on Finnish wood?
A new manufacturing method will open entirely new markets for microcrystalline cellulose. It could be used, for example, to enrich animal fodder.
Visionary realist
Mika Anttonen, a billionaire who made his fortune by refining oil, spends a lot of time and money in search of alternative energy solutions.
Turning off the tap
There is no single solution to the shortage of water, but applying several might get the job done.
Lux Helsinki to become the most sustainable light art festival in Europe by 2020?
Students developed a measurement system tailored to light art festivals and a collaboration platform.
Aalto the first university in Finland to sign Sustainable Development Goals Accord
By signing, Aalto commits to promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals in its activities.
Researchers are designing a digital local currency for Helsinki
911±¬ÁÏÍø researcher Maria Joutsenvirta and Professor Pekka Nikander want to harness digital currencies as an instrument of welfare.
Nature provides the means for the sustainable management of floods
World Water Day is held on 22 March. This year's theme is "Nature for water", which highlights how natural methods can be used in curbing flooding, droughts and water pollution.
Innovation Camp Aarhus 2018
Aim is to co-create solutions for implementing regional smart specialisation strategies
Student project brings S Group information on sustainability in online retailing
Students also praised for positive attitude and independent approach to work.
Smart Energy Transition research project's exceptional solutions and communication propel it onto a further funding term
STN’s new funding instrument offers funding to quality research with a societal impact.
