School of Chemical Engineering's Alumni Seminar: Innovation-Driven Green Transition
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Welcome to an alumni event dedicated to Innovation-Driven Green Transition. Together, we will delve into how research-based innovations, groundbreaking processes, and bold experiments are accelerating the green transition both in Finland and globally.
This is a great opportunity to get inspired by alumni expert talks and engage in discussions on how chemistry is reshaping our sustainable future. Beyond the professional insights, the evening is all about reconnecting: it is the perfect setting to catch up with old friends, share memories with former classmates, and build valuable new connections over a buffet evening snack.
Programme
The event and the panel is moderated by Esa Arola.
16:30–17:00 Coffee and refreshments
17:00–17:10 Welcome remarks, Kristiina Kruus, Dean, School of Chemical Engineering
17:10–17:30 Petri Lehmus, EVP Materials and Energy, VTT
How can innovation become a competitive advantage for Finnish industry in the green transition?
17.30-17.45 Janne Laine, VP Innovation, Aalto University
World-changing innovations at Aalto University
17:50–18:05 Panelists’ opening remarks:
What does the green transition mean for our industry?
- Katariina Tumelius, Account Manager, Circularity & Biomaterials, Rejlers (Chemical industry)
- Kalle Härkki, President & CEO, VTT (Mining industry)
- Reetta Kaila, VP R&D, UPM (Forest industry)
18:05–18:40 Panel discussion:
What will determine whether Finland becomes a winner or a follower in the green transition?
18:40–18:50 Closing remarks – Kristiina Kruus
18:50–19:45 Buffet dinner
We hope to see many of our alumni in October!