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Professor of Circular Economy at the University of Turku<\/h3>\n

Professor Oskar Karlstr\u00f6m helps companies, policymakers, and social actors understand how material flows, industrial symbiosis, and global value chains impact competitiveness, profitability, and climate effects\u2014and how these can be transformed into strategic opportunities.<\/p>\n

With a background in chemical engineering, energy technology, and industrial management, he moves seamlessly across the interface of technology, business strategy, and systems thinking. He has led over 20 research projects in close collaboration with industry, working alongside companies in the energy, chemical, manufacturing, recycling, and maritime sectors.<\/p>\n

Strategic Insight & Industrial Impact<\/h3>\n

His work combines technical expertise with strategic analysis. By integrating data, life cycle assessment (LCA), and economic evaluations, he demonstrates how sustainability can serve as a driver for innovation and competitiveness, rather than a mere cost center. He places particular emphasis on how localized value chains, industrial cooperation, and material flow analysis can strengthen the resilience of companies and regions in a geopolitically and economically uncertain world.<\/p>\n

Global Perspective & Keynotes<\/h3>\n

In his lectures, Karlstr\u00f6m combines research data and international benchmarks with concrete industrial examples from Europe, the United States, and China. He challenges established perceptions and distinguishes “hype” from actual structural change. His audience gains more than just an understanding of what is happening in the circular economy; they learn why developments are progressing, who is leading them, and how organizations can position themselves strategically.<\/p>\n

Oskar Karlstr\u00f6m is an esteemed speaker who makes complex systemic issues understandable and practical. His message is clear: the circular economy is not about symbolic initiatives\u2014it is about designing sustainable, competitive systems that create real value economically, industrially, and socially.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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\n Industrial Symbioses \u2013 Competitive Advantage through Cooperation and Side Streams <\/h3>\n <\/summary>\n\n
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Oskar presents best practices from around the world and here at home. He guides the audience on how to identify hidden material flows and waste costs, turning them into industrial partnerships that strengthen both the bottom line and overall competitiveness. <\/p>\n

His lectures feature diverse examples of both Finnish and international cases. The audience gains concrete insights into how similar opportunities can be identified and implemented within their own organizations. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/details>\n\n \n

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\n From Material Dependency to Strategic Autonomy \u2013 Building Crisis-Resilient Business <\/h3>\n <\/summary>\n\n
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Finland and Europe are deeply intertwined with global material flows. In an unstable world, this dependency can become a significant risk\u2014but it also presents a strategic opportunity. <\/p>\n

Professor Karlstr\u00f6m analyzes how the management of material flows impacts competitiveness and security of supply, and how localized value chains and circular economy solutions can strengthen economic and industrial resilience. Through international comparisons, he places Finland and Europe within a broader global context, demonstrating how companies and policymakers can make long-term, strategic choices. <\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/details>\n\n \n

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\n Sustainability Without Illusions \u2013 Circular Economy as a Strategic Competitive Factor <\/h3>\n <\/summary>\n\n
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Many organizations talk about sustainability, but few view it as a genuine factor of competitiveness. Professor Karlstr\u00f6m distinguishes between symbolic initiatives, regulatory compliance, and genuine structural competitive advantages.<\/p>\n

His lectures present practical industrial examples where circular economy solutions have created real economic value. The audience learns how resource efficiency and the utilization of side streams can be transformed into a sustainable business logic\u2014moving far beyond mere reporting or image-building.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/details>\n\n \n

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\n Technological Innovations as Drivers of the Circular Economy. <\/h3>\n <\/summary>\n\n
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The lecture examines how truly transformative green innovations are accelerating the global transition to a circular economy. “We separate fact from myth\u2014identifying what is truly sustainable and scalable, and what is merely ‘green rhetoric’ that yields no real impact. I focus on concrete examples, technologies, and business models that deliver both environmental benefits and a competitive advantage.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n \n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/details>\n\n <\/div>\n\n \n<\/section>\n\n\n

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Circular Economy through the Lens of Regional Development
\nMegatrends in the Circular Economy
\nProduct Development and Sustainability Assessment
\nEmission Reduction Strategies
\nThe Circular Economy through an Engineer’s Eyes
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