Creative Sustainability Alumni Stories
Where do our graduates work? Where to head after studies?
Creative Sustainability
Re-thinking Design, Business and Chemical Engineering
Creative Sustainability (CS) is a joint Master's degree programme at the School of Arts, Design and Architecture, School of Business and School of Chemical Engineering. Established in 2010, the CS programme brings students from a variety of fields together, to study and work in multidisciplinary teams and create novel sustainable solutions for human, urban, industrial and business environments. The pedagogical approach is based on integrating teaching and research, problem-based learning, design thinking, blended learning and strong connections to practical outcomes. The graduates of the programme have the endeavour to understand and address systemic phenomena and wicked problems.
Quick links
Crust x CS Alumni Talks
Three Creative Sustainability students share their insights on an Alumni Event organised by the student association Crust. They discuss the importance of alumni engagement with current students as a way of showcasing possible future workflows, while alleviating stress about post-graduation uncertainty.
Creative Sustainability Graduation Show 2025
At this year's Arts Grad Show, held at the beginning of the academic year, visitors were captivated by the innovative works of 2025 graduates from the Creative Sustainability program. This annual showcase is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the School of Arts, Design and Architecture, the School of Business, and the School of Chemical Engineering, all united in their commitment to addressing today's pressing sustainability challenges such as climate crisis, biodiversity loss, and socio-ecological disturbances.
Why do we need to learn how to repair again? Introducing Broken II, a new repair course
This blog post introduces the new Aalto course called Broken II, where students get to learn repair skills. The post was written by Creative Sustainability alumna and current Ph.D. student Goeun Park, the Co-teacher of Broken II.
Introducing CS Students' Sustainability Initiatives: Aalto Foodsharing
Aalto Foodsharing is a grassroots community focused on saving and sharing food otherwise going to waste. The initiative was started in the spring of 2024 and has saved thousands of kilos of food waste. In addition to running a community fridge, the Foodsharing team organizes various events and practices advocacy around the topic. In this post, Ronja Tammenpää, one of the founders, tells us more about the inspiring and impactful community.Alumni stories, networks and collaborations:
Research groups and Networks
Research collaborations and networks of the Creative Sustainability Master's Programme
The Test Site
The Test Site is a student-led network of practical sustainability at Aalto University.
Real-life projects in teaching
Thesis Works
See and access our collection of Thesis works.
CS DesignCS BusinessCS Chemical EngineeringCS Architecture (2014-2019)CS Real Estate (2012-2019)
News from Aalto University
Submit your nomination for the Campus Sustainability Champion 2026!
Submit your nomination for the Campus Sustainability Champion.
The Dean of the School of Business will honor students for their outstanding contributions to promoting sustainable development
The Dean’s Impact Award is intended to show appreciation for promoting sustainable development and activities in line with Aalto’s values
Pioneers, pollinators, and standing deadwood
Aalto University’s campus is home to thousands of species. Nature recovers and flourishes through gentle care and room to grow.
We need growth – but what exactly are we growing?
Governments demand it, companies promise it, and universities are expected to deliver it. Growth is widely seen as the answer to debt, competitiveness, and the future of the welfare state itself. But what do we actually mean by growth – and what kind of growth are we aiming for?Events
Selection of events from Aalto University and Creative Sustainability
Book a visit to Designs for a Cooler Planet exhibition
Experience Helsinki Design Week at Aalto University and reserve your place on a guided exhibition tour. The tours are free of charge and take place on Tuesdays. Tours are offered in Finnish and English on alternating weeks.
Tomorrow's wardrobe & fashion futuring
We need a fashion futuring approach and a new mindset—how we design and manufacture, and how we understand fashion—and this seminar aims to offer that.
Aalto Founder Talks #9: Milda Mitkute, Co-Founder of Vinted
Milda Mitkutė co-founded Vinted, turning second-hand fashion into Europe’s largest resale marketplace and a global circular economy success story.
Take it or leave it – a recycling event open to all
Welcome to the autum 2026 Recycling Event!Creative Sustainability student association Crust
Crust is the student association of Creative Sustainability. Follow Crust here.