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Umeå Transformation Research Initiative (UTRI)

Umeå Transformation Research Initiative (UTRI) is a network that promotes discussion and interdisciplinary research collaborations for sustainable development at Umeå University. We create opportunities where everyone at Umeå University and external partners can meet for knowledge exchange and inspiration. With us, you can apply for funding to carry out activities and receive practical support for implementation. Welcome to join the UTRI community!

News, Profiles and Features

Here you find news and features from umu.se concerning the areas of climate, sustainable change and the global goals included in Agenda 2030.
Karin Lexén
A balance between natural resources and industrial development

Can we balance natural resources and justice in northern Sweden's green transition?

En grupp människor som står i ett rum
Focus on interdisciplinarity for a sustainable transition

Researchers from different disciplines met at UTRI's first annual conference.

3D-printed material samples made from various industrial waste materials by Julio Diarte Almada in BioFormLab
Funding for new solutions using biomass in cement 3D-printing

A research project on innovative solutions using biomass in cement 3D-printing has been granted funding.

Porträttbild på Björn-Ola Linnér i naturen.
Exploring Structures, Surprises, and Sparks in Transformative Change

Meet the keynote speaker of the UTRI conference, Professor Björn-Ola Linnér.

UTRi conference illustration
UTRI’s First Annual Conference Unites Researchers for Sustainable Transformations

The conference on November 28 will highlight research efforts towards a better future.

Photo of Anne Rheinberg who travelled to Umeå by train and bike.
Hundreds of new international students arrive in Umeå – Anne from Germany chose the eco-friendly way

Over 750 foreign students have arrived, including one who embarked on a nine day green travel route.

Daniel Metcalfe
Arctic Six project will reveal forests’ role in climate change

Daniel Metcalfe will initiate a research project on measuring carbon stocks and fluxes in Arctic forests.

Climate researcher with an ethical approach

Maria Nilsson is passionate about spreading facts so climate decisions do not threaten human health.

How do we make sure the transformation is just and fair?

Camilla Sandström’s research on climate and environmental policy landed her a UNESCO professorship.

Project coordinator for UTRI

Alexandra Haglund
Project coordinator
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