Biodiversity and sustainability is one of the five multidisciplinary themes of the University of Turku. Our research on biodiversity, climate change, food systems, the circular economy and bioenergy as well as the education based on this research create conditions for an ecologically, socially, culturally and economically sustainable future and innovations.
Tackling climate change and biodiversity loss and ensuring sustainable food production are among the greatest challenges for humanity and crucial for the well-being of people and the entire planet.
Multidisciplinary and multispecies research on biodiversity, climate change, food systems, the circular economy and bioenergy as well as the education based on this research create conditions for an ecologically, socially, culturally and economically sustainable future and innovations.
The theme also combines research and education on marine, coastal, river and other aquatic ecosystems and the culture, communities and livelihoods in these environments, including the activities of the DIWA flagship.
Our areas of strength:
- Impact of climate change and biodiversity loss on nature, society and economy
- Renewable energies and sustainable materials
Research projects
Nordic Sustainable Food (NordicFOOD) Nordic solutions of sustainable and healthy food based on cross-disciplinary science and innovative green and digital technologies.
NordicFOOD is funded by the Academy of Finland (Profi 8).
Coordination: Professor Baoru Yang.
Twin Transition in Hydrosphere (HydroTwin) The project studies dual transition in the water sector and the development of related methods and approaches.
HydroTwin is funded by the Academy of Finland (Profi 8).
Coordination: Professor Petteri Alho
BIODIFORM is a transdisciplinary research consortium that combines biodiversity research and business studies to provide sustainable solutions for the future. BIODIFORM is funded by the Academy of Finland (Profi 6).
BIODIFUL is a movement with a heart of an interdisciplinary research project funded by the Strategic Research Council within the Academy of Finland. We aim at creating a network of change agents who want to seed the urgently needed environmental transformation, and to equip them with knowhow, courage and faith –biodiversity respectful leadership.
CLIMATE NUDGE is a multi-year research project, which develops and pilots climate-nudges, which aim to reduce greenhouse gas emission from traffic, and to fortify carbon sinks in forests. We evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of nudges from ethical, economical and health viewpoints.
The project investigates the human relationship with the disappeared, endangered, introduced, and non-native as well as invasive marine animals and plants in Finland.
Research related to biodiversity and sustainability is carried out in many faculties and units at the University of Turku.
