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New biomaterials and their market potential are at the centre of interest in the United States
How can bio-based materials be adopted as an alternative to synthetic plastics on an industrial scale? Is it possible for environmentally friendly textile production to be profitable?

Solar power seen as expensive without reason – already a viable option for one in three residential buildings
According to researchers, legal reform could spur a majority of properties to become energy producers.

2018 in a glimpse: materials revolution, Nobel laureates in economics, and students’ breathtaking art projects
This past year art and science were celebrated once again at Aalto University

District heating can be produced without fossil fuels in Finland – even in Helsinki
The change is possible through the use of heat pumps, wind power, heat storage and demand response.

New professor of practice to promote circular economy in wastewater treatment
Anna Mikola, DSc (Tech.), has been appointed Professor of Practice at the School of Engineering in the field of municipal wastewater treatment starting 1 November 2018.

Jenni Haukio to wear gown made of sustainable Ioncell material at December’s Independence Day reception
Ioncell is a new technology that creates high-quality textile fibres from wood or recycled materials.

Fighting the flames – better together
The fundamental questions of sustainable development are integral in our business research as well, says Professor Minna Halme.

Turning off the tap
There is no single solution to the shortage of water, but applying several might get the job done.
