My Effect
In My Effect blog Aalto University's researchers discuss the problems they are passionate about to solve with their work.
Blog posts
Why can’t companies and governments meet sustainability goals – and what can be done?
Antiquated business models and ambiguous policies hinder efforts towards sustainable development.
Advancing climate actions in the places we live: Designing cities to store carbon
Simple changes in urban planning can reduce carbon emissions and increase carbon storage, offering tools to help meet emissions targets.
Delivering the practical solutions needed to adapt to climate impacts – Bio-based materials could move us beyond plastic
By processing lignin, cellulose, and other plant matter into new bio-materials, research is opening paths to sustainable alternatives.
We could feed ten billion people – research offers paths past the climate crisis
Carbon emissions often dominate discussions about our environment, but feeding our growing population creates broader environmental problems
Accelerating the global energy transition: Clean energy demands socially just policies
Policy, technology, and practice must be aligned to accomplish the shift to clean energy, say Aalto's experts.
Sanna Syri: The energy industry needs a wide variety of expertise to combat the climate change
For me, training the future experts in sustainable energy systems is the most important way to have an impact.
Joni Tammi: Mustat aukot - avaruuden ikuiset mysteerit
Mustat aukot ovat siinä mielessä kiitollisia tutkimuskohteita, että niistä ei ehkä koskaan pystytä tietämään kaikkea.
Engineering science makes ships lighter and more environmentally friendly
With innovative structures and materials, we can reduce cruise ship’s hull weight by 20%.
Ari-Matti Erjansola: A niin kuin Aalto – mielikuvia Aalto-yliopiston logosta
Mitä ajattelemme, kun näemme meille tärkeän yrityksen tai yhteisön logon? Entä mitä tapahtuu, kun tuo symboli yllättäen muuttuu?
Ewald Kibler: Starting a business at a mature age can make individuals better off
Late-career transitions to entrepreneurship can improve ‘older’ people’s quality of life.
Ivan Vujaklija: Bionic technologies can be the key to greater personal independence
Promoting health technology allows us to increase inclusiveness for people with reduced mobility.
Emma-Riikka Myllymäki: Why company reporting needs to be excellent
By producing high-quality reports on their business and sustainability impacts, companies build trust and aid stakeholder decision-making.