Innovations & Entrepreneurship
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The meeting place of European and Asian startups, tech talent, top-tier international investors and media is a non-profit event that has originated from Espoo.
Espoo Innovation Garden
Where Future Grows
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Talent attracts talent Innovations
The largest innovation hub in the Nordic countries can be found in Espoo: Otaniemi, Keilaniemi and Tapiola. Within four square kilometres, there are 5 000 researchers, 25 research and development units and 16 000 students. At least one startup is formed in this area every week.
Growth and success Entrepreneurship
Espoo is the home of hundreds of international companies, both small startups and large multinational corporations. For example, Nokia, Kone, Fortum, Rovio and Neste Oil have their headquarters in Espoo. On the upcoming metro line’s route companies will find opportunity for growth and development.
Fall in love Experiences
The innovation and business hub of Espoo Innovation Garden is only 20 minutes away from the Nuuksio national park. Nature, sports and culture are present everywhere. Good quality of life is cherished in Espoo, and it is built on happiness.
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News
Espoo Innovation Garden selected the most intelligent community in the world
The City of Espoo has won the international Intelligent Community Awards 2018. Espoo was the only European city among the seven finalists.
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News
Aalto University selected in global top 10 of young universities
Espoo Innovation Garden key player Aalto University is ranked ninth on the QS Top 50 Under 50 – a ranking of the world's finest young universities.
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The Helsinki Metropolitan Area is the best test bed in the world for smart and clean solutions
A collaboration between cities, the Finnish state and companies benefits global urbanisation.
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World Challenge 2018 Finals in Finland on 27-30 August – work for a better world
World Challenge is an opportunity for students, academia and industry to deliver innovative solutions to support the mission of the UN – in the areas of world peace, health, ecology, education and sus...
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Espoo remains the most sustainable city in Europe
According to a recent follow-up study, Espoo has maintained its position as the top city in Europe in terms of sustainability.
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Stories
Iso Omena Service Centre – meeting place where communal innovations spring to life
When there is interaction between people, the opportunities to create new things sprout. Iso Omena Service Centre is an innovation platform that encourages citizens to be proactive in making Espoo a b...
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Experiences
Visit Espoo - Fun things to do in Espoo!
When in Espoo you are never far from the great outdoors, but also need never venture very far from the bustle of the capital. Fascinating sights, sounds & events invite you to enjoy yourself in Espoo!
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Espoo-based ICEYE selected among hottest Nordic startups for 2018 – Nordic Business Insider
ICEYE, a startup providing radar satellite imaging, made Nordic Business Insider’s list of the 31 hottest Nordic startups to keep an eye on in 2018.
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Innovations & Entrepreneurship
Collaboration between Espoo and Shanghai
Espoo opening doors for Finnish businesses in Shanghai.
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Innovations & Entrepreneurship
Co-creative Entrepreneurship Education
Aalto Ventures Program provides Aalto students with the inspiration, capability and network necessary to build new scalable businesses.
Students from all six schools of Aalto University are welcome to take AVP courses as electives and also opt for the minor.
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Espoo to become a forerunner in the UN sustainable development goals
The United Nations has invited the City of Espoo to become a pioneer of sustainable development. Espoo is committed to reach the UN’s goals by 2025.
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Entrepreneurship
The hottest Startup Sauna on the planet!
Startup Sauna is the co-working space and meeting point for aspiring entrepreneurs in Northern Europe.
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West Metro Growth Corridor
The West Metro Growth Corridor opens numerous new opportunities for information intensive businesses, investments and services.
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Innovations
Cleantech Garden
VTT's Bioruukki Pilot Centre in Kivenlahti, Espoo – is a research environment that brings together digitalisation, research on the bio and circular economies and companies.
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Entrepreneurship
Keilaniemi - the home of numerous headquarters
Espoo and particularly Keilaniemi is the home of numerous head offices of large corporations, such as Microsoft Mobile, Kone, Fortum, Neste Oil, and many smaller ones, such as Rovio Entertainment.
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Innovations
Design Factory
The Aalto University Design Factory is the symbiosis of the state-of-the-art conceptual thinking and cross-disciplinary hands-on doing.
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News
Finland is ranked in global top 10 in innovation – Global Innovation Index 2018
Finland retained its position among the world's most innovative countries. Finland excels in Business Environment and Innovation Linkages.
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Innovations & Entrepreneurship
Espoo introduces an operating model for co-creation by scools and companies
Accelerated co-creation by schools and companies – KYKY – is an operating model that provides guidelines for co-creation by schools and companies in accordance with the new Finnish National Curriculum...