LUT Energy of Lappeenranta University of Technology is the largest research and education organisation in the energy sector in Finland. With our 160 experts, we master the whole energy chain from energy sources to end use: fuels, energy generation technologies, electric power systems and markets, energy use and production processes. Finding environmentally friendly, energy-efficient solutions to all these calls for wide-ranging research.
Our research activities have laid a foundation for multiple successful products and new entrepreneurship. A strong signal of our expertise is also dozens of issued patents. Annually, about 120 Masters of Science (Technology) and ten doctors graduate from LUT in energy-related fields; they find their employment in versatile fields and industries from universities to enterprises. There is an abundance of employment opportunities and challenges for new energy experts in the field.
LUT Energy and EU 20-20-20 targets
By 2020:
- 20% cut in energy consumption through improved energy efficiency
- 20% increase in use of renewable energy
- 20% cut in greenhouse gas emissions
By mastering the energy technologies associated with sustainable development, we at LUT Energy hold a key position when searching for solutions to the present and future challenges in the energy sector.
LUT Energy brochure (e-paper)