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EIT Climate-KIC supported Ioncell directly offers an innovation that regenerates fibres, while enabling them to be recyclable and biodegradable
Ioncell, conceptualised out of Aalto University, provides a closed-loop technology to regenerate cellulosic fibres without using harmful chemicals.
Creative Sustainability included in Financial Times’ list of best practices for sustainability in business schools
School of Business was included among the best practices for sustainability in teaching and student projects.
Aalto University presents six concepts on renewable biomaterials at Dutch Design Week
CHEMARTS exhibition showcases fascinating recyclable prototypes which are toxic-free, recyclable and don't release micro-plastics.
Wiser decisions
The solution is to bring people together on the same path so we can make the decisions that are best for us all.
We need to redesign everything—but how?
Meeting sustainable development goals requires more collaboration between disciplines.
Five tips for tackling climate change
Plant-based diet and living car-free are some of the most effective ways to mitigate your personal carbon footprint.
The Finnish Presidency Event - European Days for Sustainable Circular Economy
The European Days for Sustainable Circular Economy event is to promote a low-carbon, climate resilient circular economy
The Millennium Youth Prize finals in autumn 2020
A competition for young people to solve challenges connected to sustainability
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?
Estimating the wear and tear of ice on physical structures over coming decades or even centuries
To face the challenges of a warming climate, a new technique determines the long-term effects of moving Arctic ice on bridges or wind turbines
Sustainable mindset as a competence of future Aalto graduate?
Annukka Jyrämä's insights on sustainable mindset.
Sustainable development is at the heart of our operations
Solving of the great challenges facing mankind in a sustainable way is a key element of Aalto University's research and teaching. Sustainable solutions guide our operations as an organization.
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.
New cooperative project develops problem-based learning in South Asia
A project coordinated by Aalto Global Impact will strengthen the capacity of universities to take hold of global development challenges.
Human networks are the key also in developing circular economy
Everyday discussions within the supply chain may create new dynamics and benefit companies that produce new products from waste materials.
Responsibility is a core activity for more and more businesses
Progressive businesses seek to solve global challenges. SuomiAreena panel discussion will explore the criteria for sustainable business.
Dissertation: Co-creation between NGOs and companies is increasing
Non-governmental organizations have a lot to give to companies entering low-income markets. However, co-creation is bounded by unequal power-relations and different goals, shows the doctoral research of Tytti Nahi.
'Challenge-based learning on a new level'
The PBL East Africa project has brought new methods of teaching to partner universities in East Africa.
Column: Dear climate change
These thoughts were written down by Aalto University students who participated in the Climate change and me – are you anxious? debate group in spring 2018.
