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In a turbulent world, businesses that embrace sustainability are often the ones that prosper. Consumers and other stakeholders are concerned about the state of the planet and demand responsible action from companies.

Wastewater contains a great deal of nutrients which have risen in value as natural resources have depleted. Society must show respect for water – it should be protected, purified, refined, and utilized to its full potential.

In recent years, the water shortage has also reached Europe. Extended heat spells have lowered the water surface in Central European rivers, lakes and reservoirs.


Clean air is a life-giving resource. LUT University solves air pollution problems by means of physics, applied mathematics, separation and energy technology and software engineering.

Research from LUT University and 14 additional leading international universities are proposing a new energy system.

Power-to-x is a key technology in addressing carbon dioxide emissions from industry and transport. Its basic idea is to transform electricity into another form of energy – and back to electricity if needed.

LUT University’s researchers outline ways to develop the European and Finnish energy systems. They present five key points to decision-makers.

LUT University is the land of the curious. We seek new solutions for life-giving resources – clean energy, water and air – with our expertise in technology, business and social sciences.