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Top circular economy event tackles rising material scarcity

The ninth non-profit World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF2025), taking place 13–16 May in São Paulo, Brazil, gathers reformers of economies to share the world’s best circular solutions.
news Democracy and polarisation

Six municipalities involved residents in financial planning: citizens’ panels supported decision-makers in making choices in challenging situations

We found that citizens’ informed participation strengthens the decision-making capacity of municipalities, supports their self-government and increase people’s trust in government.
Kuvassa tulevaisuuskolmioita sekä sukeltajia.
news Foresight

New foresight review reveals the overall picture of the transformation of the security environment

Sitra’s foresight review provides a shared situational and future picture to support societal debate and decision-making regarding the transformation of the security environment and the current changes.
news Sustainability transition

Sitra opens a new funding call: integrating the health benefits of nature into daily life in Finland

We are looking for projects that bring the positive health effects of nature into everyday life in Finland.

The most important event on the circular economy kicks off in São Paulo, Brazil on 13 May!

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Solving global challenges

Sitra is dedicated to addressing societal challenges that shape our world. See how we work internationally.

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Democracy and polarisation

Strengthening Finland’s well-being requires a functioning democracy. Where can we find solutions for reforming democracy, strengthening inclusion and preventing polarisation?

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Data and AI

Better utilisation of data and artificial intelligence is key to promoting Finland’s well-being and accelerating sustainable economic growth. How do we solve the challenges and seize the opportunities data and AI offer?

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Foresight

Sitra produces long-term foresight data in anticipation of the future. In addition, we aim to support Finnish society in interpreting and making use of this data. This work will help decision-makers, companies, communities and individuals, to prepare for the future.

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Societal training

Sitra aims to boost the ability of Finnish decision-makers and change-makers to deal jointly with the key social challenges and opportunities of the future. The objective of our training function is to generate new ideas and new solutions. Our activities aim to create learning environments that enable thinking about and developing things together.

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Sustainability transition

The life, well-being and economy of Finns fully depend on nature. How can we change the way we operate so that we build a good life, successful business and sustainable public finances within the limits of nature’s carrying capacity?

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Building a better future for the European Union

We must now have the courage to look far into the future. How will the European Union solve its current and future challenges and seize opportunities? Decision-makers, check out the Finnish Future Fund’s proposals for building a better Europe.

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Upcoming events

Ibirapuera Park

Tuesday 13.5. World Circular Economy Forum 2025

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BIP Meeting Centre

Tuesday 13.5. From Data to Action: Empowering Policies for Sustainable Choices

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Online and Pullman Vila Olympia

Thursday 15.5. Business exchange for new circular markets

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Svenska Mässan

Tuesday 20.5. VALO stakeholder forum: Nordic health data collaboration

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Euractiv Network Office, International Press Centre and online

Tuesday 27.5. The AI-driven future of the EU – transforming compliance with regulatory technologies

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Digital product passport playbook (summary)

Playbook for implementing the digital product passport (in Finnish).