Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering
The Department of Energy and Mechanical Engineering is a leading multidisciplinary research establishment with strong industrial ties and impact on industry and society alike.
Interested in engineering studies?
Have a look through our bachelor's and master's programmes and prepare for the next application period!
Campaigning for tomorrow’s world
Engineers with their can-do spirit provide solutions for business competitiveness, human well-being and sustainability.
Construction accounts for 70% of new buildings' emissions
Real estate regulations often fail to address the emissions created in the production of building materials and construction itself.
Satellite images reveal the positive effects of peatland restoration
Study shows that the temperature and albedo of restored peatlands begin to resemble those of intact peatlands within about a decade.
Latest news
What will tomorrow’s infrastructure be made of?
Construction remains a major climate culprit, yet it could also hold the key to cutting emissions. Change is already underway in infrastructure materials, as researchers, cities and companies work together to find more sustainable – even carbon-storing – ways to build.
Aalto University Magazine explores acts of change
In its September issue, Aalto University Magazine highlights people and ideas that break routines and create change – from science to construction, from food to new materials.
Money for student wellbeing: how would you spend 14 000 euros?
Submit your proposal for a participatory budgeting project to improve student wellbeing on campus by 21st September 2025. The winner of the feasible ideas will be voted on during 2025.
Scientific Computing Skills: a new umbrella course for all researchers
Today, computing skills are essential not only in academic research but also across industries. Take part to hands-on trainings provided by Aalto Scientific Computing and by partner organisations such as CodeRefinery and CSC IT Center for Science.Events
Aalto Data Agents' weekly support hour on Zoom
Join and ask anything about research data management and open science.
Book launch: Designing Renewable Energy Systems within Planetary Boundaries
Join us in celebrating the launch of the co-edited textbook and the start of a new semester at Aalto University.
Events programme – Designs for a Cooler Planet 2025
Attend open seminars, talks, tours, film screenings and workshops.
Challenges and solutions - Chiofalo & Propp - Making Waves || PHYSics Diversity Team
How can we create a truly inclusive and supportive environment in physics and science? Join us for a morning of open discussions over breakfast, featuring prof. Marilù Chiofalo and Dr. Tzula Propp, who will share perspectives on gender, diversity, mentorship, and building resilient communities in quantum science.Departments
Our research focuses on Arctic technology, sustainable built environments, mechanics and materials, multidisciplinary energy technologies and systems design and production.
To find out more about research at the School of Engineering, visit our departments' pages:
Department of Civil Engineering
The Department of Civil Engineering aims to build the structures of tomorrow through research, education and collaboration.
Department of Built Environment
Water resources, spatial data, sustainable asset management and safe transportation.
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Our work at the School of Engineering is inspired by the needs of society. We seek to contribute to the development of society by taking an active role in Finnish and international life – dialogue with a variety of stakeholders and cooperation agreements with the Capital Region municipalities and key partners support this aim.
Foundation for Aalto University Science and Technology
The Foundation supports the scientific research and teaching of technical disciplines. The Foundation awards grants for MSc and DSc theses on a continuous basis, with the help of industry-donated funds. - What's new: Call for Doctoral student grants of Spring 2025, please see section Grants from the Foundation's own funds.
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Facilities
The School of Engineering operates in a number of buildings at the Otaniemi campus of Aalto University.