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Process modelling can help inform early Metals & Minerals project decisions, from feasibility studies to footprint analysis, by reducing uncertainty around capital and operating costs, recoveries, and energy efficiency. Learn more
The growing demand for energy storage systems is already visible in the European recycling system. Manufacturers and importers of energy storage systems should understand the requirements that the EU Battery Regulation and related legislation place on battery producers, users, and recycling operators. Learn more
Why do some neighborhoods feel more inviting and enjoyable than others? The answer goes beyond architecture and infrastructure. In this blog, Jani Päivänen explores how walkability, nature, local services and everyday social interactions come together to create places where people genuinely enjoy living. Through examples from different Helsinki neighborhoods, he reveals what urban comfort looks and feels like in everyday life. Learn more
A new Finnish law on consumer service safety has raised questions about housing company playgrounds and the responsibilities that come with them. While the core safety requirements remain largely unchanged, the rules place greater emphasis on documentation, inspections and accountability. In this blog, Jenni Määttä explains what housing companies need to know, what has changed in practice, and how to ensure playgrounds remain safe and compliant. Learn more
Address data center chemical safety early. Expert support helps you identify requirements, assess risks and keep siting and permitting processes moving smoothly. Learn more
Industrial siting requires careful planning. Discover three key perspectives on chemical safety, land use planning, and resilience in facility siting. Learn more
Offshore wind power in Finland offers significant long-term potential, but high costs, market conditions and long lead times will determine its role in the 2030s energy system. Learn more
A harsh winter, wars and the global data center boom have posed consecutive challenges for European energy production. Which source of baseload power can be relied on for decades ahead, regardless of geopolitics or weather conditions? Learn more