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How critical technologies drive growth – read the recommendations for Finland and the EU

Both Finland and Europe need to invest in the development and competence of critical technologies, according to a recent publication by Sitra, the Finnish Technology Industries and VTT.

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From WCEF2025 to COP30: Circular economy must be at the heart of climate action

Global circular economy leaders at the World Circular Economy Forum 2025 in São Paulo, Brazil sent a strong message to UN’s Climate Conference COP30 to adopt circular solutions to meet climate and economic goals.

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A magazine from 2046: A glimpse into possible futures

Sitra’s new JOS* (What if) magazine transports readers to a future where some of today’s weak signals have become everyday realities.

Kuvassa tulevaisuuskolmioita sekä sukeltajia.

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Media analysis: the US security policy U-turn surprised the fragmented EU

Politicians are now calling for European security solutions and increased armament. The mood is very different from 2024, when the EU played only a marginal role in public security debates in Finland, Sweden, Germany and Italy.

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Experiments: AI streamlined everyday patient work, reduced paperwork and freed up professionals’ time for care work

AI was tested in three wellbeing services counties in projects funded by Sitra. Patient record keeping became easier, yet the responsibility remained with physicians ensuring the safety of patient records.

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New tools for interpreting digital regulation

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Immigration postpones Finland’s economic problems but does not solve them alone

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How critical technologies drive growth – read the recommendations for Finland and the EU

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Experiments: AI streamlined everyday patient work, reduced paperwork and freed up professionals’ time for care work

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From WCEF2025 to COP30: Circular economy must be at the heart of climate action

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Sitra is launching a funding call in cooperation with Itla for solutions that strengthen young people’s everyday well-being

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Digital product passports steer towards sustainable business – guidance for companies from the playbook

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How is the global transition to a circular economy progressing?

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Media analysis: the US security policy U-turn surprised the fragmented EU

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

Get to know the programme and sign up for free online participation

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World Circular Economy Forum 2025

São Paulo, Tuesday – Friday, May 13 – May 16

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Top circular economy event tackles rising material scarcity

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A new report proposes the EU to harness circularity and sustainable resource management to safeguard the clean energy transition

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UN-compiled circular economy toolbox helps countries accelerate their Nationally Determined Contributions

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Circular solutions can halt biodiversity loss – The food and agriculture sector can make the largest contribution

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A guide to help any country create a national circular economy road map

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How is the global transition to a circular economy progressing?

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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Citizens´ initiatives in Finland and Estonia

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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Megatrends

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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Putting nature at the heart of the European Green Deal

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.