Forest, Bioeconomy, Materials, and the Environment

We carry out high-quality and impactful research and development projects in the fields of forest bioeconomy, environmental engineering, and material technologies. Our services for partners and clients include commissioned research, product development, testing, piloting, and analysis.

Strong expertise in research and development

High-quality and impactful research and development projects in the fields of forest bioeconomy, environmental engineering, and material technologies

We carry out high-quality and impactful research and development projects in the fields of forest bioeconomy, environmental engineering, and material technologies. We offer our partners and clients a wide range of services, including commissioned research, product development, testing, piloting, and analysis. We apply knowledge, expertise, and solutions in an innovative and practical way, focusing on our core strengths: Fiber products and processes, Environmental safety and water technology, Wood construction and wood materials, and Emerging technologies.


Each year, we collaborate with around 400 companies, and maintain strong partnerships with research organisations such as Natural Resources Institute Finland (LUKE), Aalto University, and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland. We also engage in extensive project cooperation with several other universities and research institutes both in Finland and internationally.


Our strong research units – Materials and Environmental Safety in Mikkeli and Forest Bioeconomy and New Technologies in Savonlinna – form a vital part of regional development. Together, they include modern laboratories and a team of around 100 experts.

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Our research units

Materials and Environmental Safety

Materials and Environmental Safety

The Materials and Environmental Safety Research Unit focuses on clean technological solutions in bioeconomy, water management, and circular economy, as well as material monitoring and risk management related to environmental health.

Forest Bioeconomy and New Technologies

Forest Bioeconomy and New Technologies

The Forest Bioeconomy and New Technologies Research Unit specialises in high-value biocarbon products, material efficiency in construction, circular economy, and the processing and utilisation of discarded textiles.

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Phone
+358445715861
Email
Lasse.Pulkkinen@xamk.fi
Department
Metsäbiotalouden ja uusien teknologioiden tutk. yk
Lasse Pulkkinen
Research Director
+358445715861
Lasse.Pulkkinen@xamk.fi