Aalto innovation piloted in new circular economy district of Helsingborg
In the unique method phosphorus is collected from waste water through coagulation while a membrane is used to separate nitrogen, resulting in end products that can be used as fertiliser.
Sustainability in Business (SUB) group awarded funding to research transition risks for low-carbon shipping and aviation
The newly funded T-Risk research project aims to shed light on transition risks in the maritime and aviation sectors, crucial for global trade and transportation.
Otaniemi鈥檚 shopping centre will be renamed A Blanc
The renovation of the beautiful building designed by Alvar Aalto will be completed by summer.
Aalto University Works K3 site is starting up
The Aalto University Works K3 project is starting as planned during February with the renovation of the 鈥淪easide section鈥, continuing with the demolition of the old office wing and the construction of the new section.
Edible shock- and heat-resistant wood foam could replace plastic packaging
A new bio-based material could replace substances such as Styrofoam and bubble wrap. Artificial intelligence is being used to the development of the material.
Digital services have a greater carbon footprint than aviation does 鈥 research project aims at reducing ICT environmental impact
A new research project by Aalto University and LUT University examines the utilisation of surplus heat from data centres and the design of more efficient digital services, for example.
New strategy for the School of Business
New vision and mission statements and the four strategic initiatives will guide the School鈥檚 activities throughout 2021鈥2024.
Food export restrictions by a few countries could skyrocket global food crop prices
Global shocks such as COVID-19 call for improved political decisions and accountability to secure food for everyone
Professor Peter Lund receives Chinese award
Peter Lund has been given the Jiangsu International Science and Technology Cooperation Award in recognition for his contribution into the development of renewable energy, and for developing cooperation between the European Union and China.
OPEN CALL: Investment round: up to 2M鈧 for innovative sustainable energy projects / deadline 15.3.2021
Deadline: 15.3.2021
KIC involved: InnoEnergy
Scope: project must fit one of the 8 call categories (see below)
Funding: up to 2M鈧 / project including up to 1M鈧 for applied research
See all criteria listed below
For more info, contact Aalto EIT project manager Petri Allekotte petri.allekotte@aalto.fi
KIC involved: InnoEnergy
Scope: project must fit one of the 8 call categories (see below)
Funding: up to 2M鈧 / project including up to 1M鈧 for applied research
See all criteria listed below
For more info, contact Aalto EIT project manager Petri Allekotte petri.allekotte@aalto.fi
Blasting and excavation work on Otaniemi campus
A water supply canal will be excavated at the Jokeri Light Rail site on Otaniementie from Tuesday 26 January 2021. The excavations are expected to last until Friday聽29th January.
Four smart city pilot projects start in January 2021
Altogether 71 ideas were proposed to the international challenge for smart cities.聽
New starts at the Kemira Boot Camp
Kemira together with the School of Chemical Engineering organized a Boot Camp for the students of Aalto University.
Mets盲hovi Radio Observatory renovation is complete
The renovation of Finland's only radio observatory is an investment into national astronomical research.
Part of the Konemiehentie will be closed - traffic arrangements are changing
At the end of January, part of Konemiehentie and one lane of S盲hk枚miehentie will be closed. The ST1 site on S盲hk枚miehentie is currently being demolished.
Open University course Sustainability in Business begins in February 2021
Join our sustainability course and deepen your understanding of how business operations impact society and the environment, and what kind of roles organizations can play in addressing sustainability challenges.
Aalto University policy on political activity on university premises
Aalto University is politically neutral in all its operations. However, brief use of the university premises for political activity is possible in line with this policy.
Designs for a Cooler Planet 2021
In a world of plenty, what is wise to design for the next generations? This year's theme is Resource wisdom, and a university-wide event will take place in September 2021.
The majority of Finland's ICT emissions are generated outside our borders 鈥 So our reporting must be adjusted
It is difficult for companies and consumers to obtain information on the environmental impact of information technology. Researchers recommend unified, cross-boarder reporting obligations for the ICT sector.
Welcome, student groups, to a virtual neuroimaging laboratory tour
In the laboratory you can use a remote connection to learn about a lie detector and a thermal camera, for example. We welcome upper secondary school pupils, upper comprehensive school pupils, students from universities of applied sciences, and others.
