FOSSIL-FREE STEEL PRODUCTION

Deepening knowledge of advanced techniques and processes for fossil-free steel production is essential for taking the next step toward a carbon-free industry. This course focuses on optimizing and implementing innovative solutions in the manufacturing process. Course Content Advanced techniques for fossil-free steel production Implementation of hydrogen-based processes Efficiency and optimization in steel manufacturing What You Will Learn Understand and apply advanced processes for fossil-free steel production Optimize manufacturing processes to reduce energy consumption Contribute to the transition toward a sustainable steel industry Who Is the Course For? The course is designed for professionals in the steel industry, researchers, and technical specialists with basic knowledge of fossil-free manufacturing who want to deepen their understanding of advanced techniques. Language The course is conducted in Swedish and English. Additional Information The course includes 60 hours of study and is offered for a fee.

Utifrån aktuella ’gröna projekt’ och samhällsomvandlingar analyserar vi möjligheter för en mer hållbar planering. Denna kurs bygger vidare på kursen Planering för hållbar samhällsomvandling och grön omställning, I. Med utgångspunkt i konkreta exempel från norra Sverige och aktuell forskning, lyfter vi fram olika perspektiv, målkonflikter och planeringsutmaningar kopplade till samhällsomvandling och grön omställning. Det kan avse frågor kopplade till användning av mark och vatten, naturtillgångar, energiproduktion, klimatanpassning, transportinfrastruktur, livsmedelsförsörjning, ny ’grön tillverkningsindustri’ (batterier, fossilfritt stål mm). Du får kunskap om både potential och utmaningar, t ex rörande markanvändningskonflikter, arbetskrafts- och kompetensförsörjning, bostadsbyggande, rättviseaspekter (inkl jämställdhet, urfolksrättigheter, demokrati/delaktighet), säkerhet och beredskap. Kursens upplägg Kursen ges i huvudsak på distans, med studietakt 50%. Undervisning i form av föreläsningar och seminarier varvas med eget arbete. Under kursens gång erbjudsmöjligheter till erfarenhetsutbyte och diskussioner med övriga deltagare och lärare. En frivillig fysisk sammankomst kommer att ske i Umeå, ungefär två dagar, med inbjudna gästföreläsare, diskussioner och studiebesök/exkursion kopplade till temat grön omställning och hållbar utveckling. För att kunna tillgodogöra dig kunskaperna i denna kurs behöver du ha gått kursen Planering för samhällsomvandling och grön omställning, I för att ha den teoretiska grunden som krävs. Under kursens gång fördjupar du dig i ett relaterat fall, gärna kopplat till dina egna erfarenheter och verksamhet i form av ett individuellt projektarbete. I arbetet får du knyta ditt fall till teoretiska perspektiv och aktuell forskning på området, samt presentera och diskutera det med övriga kursdeltagare. Mål med kursen Kursen syftar till att utveckla din förståelse för vad grön omställning innebär, såväl teoretiskt som praktiskt, samt olika perspektiv på hållbar utveckling mer generellt. Den första kursen fokuserar på att lägga en teoretisk grund, medan den andra kursen också ger dig möjlighet att fördjupa sig i något relaterat fall, gärna kopplat till dina egna erfarenheter och verksamhet, knyta det till teoretiska perspektiv och aktuell forskning på området samt presentera och diskutera det med övriga kursdeltagare. Målgrupp Kursen passar dig som jobbar inom exempelvis offentlig organisation och som arbetar med miljö- och planeringsfrågor, men även politiker och andra beslutsfattare som behöver en ökad kunskap om grön omställning och samhällsomvandling.Kursen riktas i första hand till yrkesverksamma personer som arbetar med frågor kopplade till planerings- och utvecklingsarbete i offentliga myndigheter och organisationer vilka berörs av grön omställning och hållbar samhällsomvandling i vidare bemärkelse. Det kan exempelvis vara kommuner, regioner, länsstyrelser, departement och statliga verk, samt bransch- och intresseorganisationer. Kursen riktar sig även till privat sektor, t ex företag i relaterade verksamheter och konsulter.   Mer information om kursstart och anmälan publiceras inom kort.

Opens in May 2025. The Swedish version of the course, namely ”Varför välja trä vid nästa byggprojekt?” is already open. For more iformation contact course coordinator dimitris.athanassiadis@slu.seCourse DescriptionDifferent types of biomaterials (e.g., wood) are crucial in the challenge of decarbonizing the built environment and reducing the carbon footprint of buildings and infrastructure by replacing materials like steel and cement, which have high carbon dioxide emissions. At the same time, we must not forget that it is important to preserve biodiversity and the social values of our forests. The 13 modules of the course cover many forestry related subjects, including harvesting methods, biodiversity, forest management, logistics, the role of forests in the climate transition, carbon storage, environmental benefits of multi-story buildings with wood, and more. The goal is that participants will gain a shared understanding of Swedish forestry so that they can make well-informed decisions about material choices for their next construction project. Course PeriodThe course will be active for 3 years. Content Forest history: The utilization of forests in Sweden throughout the past years Forestry methods and forest management Forest regeneration Wood properties Forest mensuration Forest tree breeding The forest's carbon balance Business models and market development: Focus on wood high rises Nature conservation and biodiversity in the forest Course StructureThe course is fully digital with pre-recorded lectures. You can participate in the course at your own pace. Modules conclude with quizzes where you can test how much you have learned. You will learn aboutUpon completion of the course, you will have learned more about various forest-related concepts, acquired knowledge of forest utilization in Sweden throughout the past years, increased your understanding of forest management and how different management methods affect biodiversity in the forest, and learned about the forestry cycle—from regeneration to final harvesting, etc. Who is this course for?This course is designed for professionals such as architects, municipal employees working with urban planning and construction, individuals in the construction and civil engineering sector, and those in other related fields. This is an introductory course and will contribute to upskilling of the entire construction sector, thereby increasing the industry's international competitiveness while also providing important prerequisites for the development of future sustainable, beautiful, and inclusive cities. Since the course is open to everyone, we hope that more groups, such as students, doctoral candidates, forest owners, and others with an interest in forestry, will take the course and engage with inspiring lectures where scientific knowledge primarily produced within SLU (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences) is presented.

Opens in May 2025. The Swedish version of the course, namely ”Varför välja trä vid nästa byggprojekt?” is already open. For more iformation contact course coordinator dimitris.athanassiadis@slu.seCourse DescriptionDifferent types of biomaterials (e.g., wood) are crucial in the challenge of decarbonizing the built environment and reducing the carbon footprint of buildings and infrastructure by replacing materials like steel and cement, which have high carbon dioxide emissions. At the same time, we must not forget that it is important to preserve biodiversity and the social values of our forests. The 13 modules of the course cover many forestry related subjects, including harvesting methods, biodiversity, forest management, logistics, the role of forests in the climate transition, carbon storage, environmental benefits of multi-story buildings with wood, and more. The goal is that participants will gain a shared understanding of Swedish forestry so that they can make well-informed decisions about material choices for their next construction project. Course PeriodThe course will be active for 3 years. Content Forest history: The utilization of forests in Sweden throughout the past years Forestry methods and forest management Forest regeneration Wood properties Forest mensuration Forest tree breeding The forest's carbon balance Business models and market development: Focus on wood high rises Nature conservation and biodiversity in the forest Course StructureThe course is fully digital with pre-recorded lectures. You can participate in the course at your own pace. Modules conclude with quizzes where you can test how much you have learned. You will learn aboutUpon completion of the course, you will have learned more about various forest-related concepts, acquired knowledge of forest utilization in Sweden throughout the past years, increased your understanding of forest management and how different management methods affect biodiversity in the forest, and learned about the forestry cycle—from regeneration to final harvesting, etc. Who is this course for?This course is designed for professionals such as architects, municipal employees working with urban planning and construction, individuals in the construction and civil engineering sector, and those in other related fields. This is an introductory course and will contribute to upskilling of the entire construction sector, thereby increasing the industry's international competitiveness while also providing important prerequisites for the development of future sustainable, beautiful, and inclusive cities. Since the course is open to everyone, we hope that more groups, such as students, doctoral candidates, forest owners, and others with an interest in forestry, will take the course and engage with inspiring lectures where scientific knowledge primarily produced within SLU (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences) is presented.

Målet med kursen är att ge lärare fortbildning inom ämnet djurvälfärd och hållbarhet. Kursens mål är också att ge lärare inspiration att designa sin egen undervisning, att ge lärare möjlighet att ta till sig ny forskning och att dela med sig av läraktiviteter som kan användas av fler.

This course is offered on-demand, meaning that it will begin as soon as at least 10 participants have registered. Once the threshold is reached, the course will start shortly thereafter. Batteries and battery technology are vital for achieving sustainable transportation and climate-neutral goals. As concerns over retired batteries are growing and companies in the battery or electric vehicle ecosystem need appropriate business strategies and framework to work with.This course aims to help participants with a deep understanding of battery circularity within the context of circular business models. You will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to design and implement circular business models and strategies in the battery and electric vehicle industry, considering both individual company specific and ecosystem-wide perspectives. You will also gain the ability to navigate the complexities of transitioning towards circularity and green transition in the industry.The course includes a project work to develop a digitally enabled circular business model based on real-world problems. Course content Battery second life and circularity Barriers and enablers of battery circularity Circular business models Ecosystem management Pathways for circular transformation Design principles for battery circularity Role of advanced digital technologies Learning outcomes After completing the course, you will be able to: Describe the concept of battery circularity and its importance in achieving sustainability goals. Examine and explain the characteristics and differences of different types of circular business models and required collaboration forms in the battery- and electric vehicle- industry. Analyze key factors that are influencing design and implement circular business models based on specific individual company and its ecosystem contexts. Analyze key stakeholders and develop ecosystem management strategies for designing and implementing circular business models. Explain the role of digitalization, design, and policies to design and implement circular business models. Plan and design a digitally enabled circular business model that is suitable for a given battery circularity problem. Examples of professional roles that will benefit from this course are sustainability managers, battery technology engineers, business development managers, circular developers, product developers, environmental engineers, material engineers, supply chain engineers or managers, battery specialists, circular economy specialists, etc. This course is given by Mälardalen university in cooperation with Luleå University of Technology. Study effort: 80 hours