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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!

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UTRI activities

How green is the "green transition" in Northern Sweden?
Tue
26
Nov
How green is the "green transition" in Northern Sweden?
Time 13:00 - 14:00 26 November 13:00 - 14:00
Place Zoom

Seminar. Webinar in a new series on energy transitions.

Workshop on synchrotron measurements
Wed
27
Nov
Workshop on synchrotron measurements
Time 13:30 - 16:00 27 November 13:30 - 16:00
Place Glasburen, KBC-buidling and online via Zoom

Workshop. Beamline staff from Balder beamline, MAX IV brings experiences, and Umeå researchers give examples

Actions for Sustainable Transformations
Thu
28
Nov
Actions for Sustainable Transformations
Time 08:00 - 17:00 28 November 08:00 - 17:00
Place Vardagsrummet, Humanities Building and Zoom.

Conference. Welcome to the first edition of Umeå Transformation Research Initiatives' annual conference.

Sustainability Transformations – Unpacking Implicit Visions on Just Futures
Fri
29
Nov
Sustainability Transformations – Unpacking Implicit Visions on Just Futures
Time 13:15 - 14:15 29 November 13:15 - 14:15
Place SAM.A.359

Seminar. The talk will dicuss the concept of sustainability transformations, focusing on the future and the justice issues they raise.

December

What's up...with the Sustainable Development Goals?
Tue
3
Dec
What's up...with the Sustainable Development Goals?
Time 12:00 - 13:00 3 December 12:00 - 13:00
Place Galaxen, Sirius

Seminar. Welcome to the serie "What's up" where we dive into engaging topics related to research for sustainable development. We offer a free lunch!

Connect with Umeå Transformation Research Initiative
Thu
12
Dec
Connect with Umeå Transformation Research Initiative
Time 11:45 - 13:00 12 December 11:45 - 13:00
Place Sirius, Galaxen

Other. Connect with fellow UTRI researchers and listen to short presentations about UTRI and transformation research. All welcome!

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.
Bild på studenterna Sara Eckerlid, Sabrin Abu Elkhair, Elsa Örnerstig, Sara Brännström och Linnea Sonehag stående vid sin posterpresentation.
Master's students put sustainability issues under the microscope

Environmental science students have explored various aspects of sustainability on campus.

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.

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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