University of Oulu, Energy and Environmental Engineering

Solar energy is feasible in the North even in the winter months. In facts, during these sunny but snowy days, vertical panels generate the most energy. It is, however, temporary and the research of Vinay Shekar highlights best inclinations and orientations. Data was collected for over two years in our rooftop solar lab, among others from this unique "Carousel" structure. We were interviewed by Yle journalist. In Finnish only, but the interview aired can be found at https://yle.fi/a/74-20146372. Thanks to Doctoral Researcher Vinay Shekar, advisor Antonio Caló journalists Roosa Sarajärvi and Paulus Markkula and communications specialist Kaisu Koivumäki (Innanen).

Asensitko aurinko­paneelisi oikeaan kulmaan? Pohjoisessa paras vuosituotto on loivalla, kaakkoon suunnatulla paneelilla Oulun yliopiston tutkimuksen mukaan pohjoisessa aurinkopaneelit kannattaa asentaa kesäauringon mukaan. Myös keväthangista heijastuvassa valossa on yllättävää energiapotentiaalia.

Today is Earth overshoot day. This means we have already consumed this year's worth of resources that our planet can provide sustainably. In essence we have been living beyond our means since the 70s. There is immense to if there is a will. Find out more at:

Earth Overshoot Day home - #MoveTheDate Overshoot occurs when humanity's demand on nature exceeds Earth's biocapacity. In 2023, Earth Overshoot Day falls on August 2nd.

Why study Sustainable Energy Systems with us: https://vimeo.com/814548324

Sustainable Energy Systems Sustainable Energy Systems is one of the study orientations in the Environmental Engineering Master's Degree Programme at the University of Oulu

How a sand battery could transform clean energy A new way of storing renewable energy is providing clean heat through the long Nordic nights.

Excited to have our Blue Circular Nets (CIRCNETS) project approved for funding by the NPA programme. Looking forward to work on the end-of-life management of fishing nets with our great partners.
Congratulations Niko Hänninen and Jenni Ylä-Mella! 👏

The Monitoring Committee approved the first 8 projects of the Interreg NPA 2021-2027 programme! 🥳

Learn more about them 👉
https://www.interreg-npa.eu/news/first-call-projects-approved/

Despite the war on Ukraine, we shall not forget the threat of . The released its latest today, 2022: Impacts, Adaptation & Vulnerability
“The scientific evidence is unequivocal: is a threat to human wellbeing & the health of the planet"

Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Working Group II contribution to the Sixth Assessment Report

Victor's new paper has been selected as the cover story of the Resources journal, Vol.11, Issue 1.
Link to the paper: https://www.mdpi.com/2079-9276/11/1/1

Merry Christmas to everyone! Our Christmas present came in the form of our latest article published by ,
, reminding us of the risks of Arctic shipping. https://mdpi.com/2079-9276/11/1/1

A 30-Year Probability Map for Oil Spill Trajectories in the Barents Sea to Assess Potential Environmental and Socio-Economic Threats Increasing exploration and exploitation activity in the Arctic Ocean has intensified maritime traffic in the Barents Sea. Due to the sparse population and insufficient oil spill response infrastructure on the extensive Barents Sea shoreline, it is necessary to address the possibility of offshore acc...

Tenure track positions in the theme 6G Future Sustainable Society. More information and application link at:

Avoin työpaikka 6G-Solutions and Responsible Innovations for the Future Sustainable Society (6G-FSS) is one of the three new research themes supported by the Academy of Finland Profi6 funding (2021-2026) strengthening the strategy of the University of Oulu. 6G-FSS leverages the technological expertise of the 6G Fla...