Clean Transition
Turku is building the industry of the future by accelerating the transition toward carbon‑neutral energy systems and a sustainable welfare society.
Expertise in bio‑ and circular economy, green energy, and sustainable materials makes the region an ideal location for companies developing next‑generation climate solutions.
Networks and innovation platforms such as Smart Chemistry Park provide facilities, support, and partner ecosystems for startups and SMEs advancing the clean transition.

Our Focus Areas

Energy Transition & Electrification
Turku is undergoing a major shift toward renewable energy and electrified industry, supported by significant grid development and regional clean‑energy investments. Companies can tap into growing opportunities in wind and solar power, battery solutions, electric mobility, and industrial electrification.
Exploring electrification or energy‑transition projects? Contact us—we’ll help you access the right partners and development environments.
Hydrogen & Derivatives
The region is rapidly becoming a hub for hydrogen economy development, including green hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, and other synthetic fuels. Major investments, shared test environments, and active public‑private collaboration enable companies to develop, pilot, and scale hydrogen solutions.
Working with hydrogen technologies or new fuels? Reach out—we’ll connect you to the region’s hydrogen network and project partners.


High‑Value Bioeconomy & Circular Economy
Turku supports the development of advanced bio‑based products, material innovations, high‑value biomass processing, and circular‑economy business models. Companies benefit from access to development platforms, pilot facilities, and strong expertise in recycling, materials, and sustainable resource use.
Developing bio‑based or circular solutions? Contact us to find the right ecosystem partners and test environments.
Sustainable Construction & New Materials
The region promotes low‑carbon construction, advanced materials, and energy‑efficient building solutions. Collaboration between companies and cities supports innovations in planning, demolition material reuse, bio‑based construction materials, and sustainable urban development.
Interested in sustainable construction or material innovation? Get in touch—we’ll guide you to relevant pilots, networks, and partners.

Clean transition in numbers
4 B
National grid expansion supporting future industrial investments
75+
Companies and organisations in the regional hydrogen network
1-2
Regional goal for new clean‑transition plants
300+
Active organisations across clean‑transition themes
40 K
A steady supply of future talent for clean‑transition industries
4
Universities – a strong foundation for research, testing, and talent
Our Services

R&D Collaboration & Innovation Facilitation
We support companies in advancing clean‑transition innovation through collaboration with universities and research actors.
This includes facilitating joint development projects, providing access to test and demonstration environments, and helping secure RDI investments.

Growth & Internationalisation Support
Business Turku helps companies expand into new markets by offering growth advisory, support for internationalisation, and guidance for participating in national and EU‑level funding programmes.
We help companies position themselves in clean‑transition value chains and connect with global opportunities.

Ecosystem Networks & Strategic Partnerships
Turku hosts active networks in hydrogen, energy, bio‑ and circular economy, and sustainable construction.
Business Turku brings companies, researchers, and public actors together to accelerate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and new business development.

Pilot & Development Environments
Companies can access regional testbeds and development platforms—such as Smart Chemistry Park and Smart Tech Hub—to validate technologies in real conditions.
These platforms support prototyping, material testing, process development, and early‑stage productisation.

Financing & Investment Pathways
We guide companies toward funding instruments that match their development goals, from early‑stage innovation funding to major industrial investment financing.
Business Turku helps navigate funding calls and connect with investors interested in clean‑transition technologies.
Our Networks

Hydrogen Network
The Turku region’s Hydrogen Network brings together companies, energy providers, universities, and public-sector actors to accelerate the development of a full hydrogen value chain — from production and storage to distribution and industrial use.
The network supports joint projects, investment readiness, technology pilots, and cross-sector applications such as synthetic fuels, logistics, and industrial processes.
It plays a key role in positioning the region as a frontrunner in Finland’s emerging hydrogen economy and in attracting new industrial investments to Southwest Finland.

Energy Network
The Energy Network connects organisations working on renewable power generation, energy efficiency, grid development, and electrification of industry and mobility.
The network supports knowledge exchange on major infrastructure developments, including national grid investments and regional energy‑transition projects, while helping companies identify collaboration and pilot opportunities.
By uniting energy producers, technology companies, municipalities, and research actors, the network drives the region’s transition toward a stable, low‑carbon, high‑capacity energy system.

Bio‑ & Circular Economy Network
This network gathers companies and researchers developing new bio‑based materials, biomass processing solutions, high‑value bioproducts, and circular‑economy business models.
It supports collaboration in recycling technologies, sustainable resource use, material innovation, and industrial symbiosis.
The network strengthens Turku’s position as a Nordic hub for advanced bioeconomy by enabling shared development environments, pilot facilities, and partnerships that help companies scale sustainable products and processes.

Sustainable Construction Network
The Sustainable Construction Network focuses on low‑carbon building solutions, energy‑efficient construction, the reuse of demolition materials, and the development of new sustainable materials.
It brings together construction companies, material innovators, municipalities, and research groups to advance climate‑smart building practices across the region.
By fostering cooperation across planning, permitting, design, and technology development, the network accelerates the adoption of sustainable construction solutions and supports green industrial growth.
Innovation & Development Platforms
Turku offers specialised innovation and development platforms that support clean‑transition technologies from early‑stage testing to industrial deployment.
Environments such as Smart Chemistry Park and Smart Tech Hub bring together companies, researchers, and public-sector partners, providing facilities, expertise, and collaboration opportunities that drive continuous development, new investments, and long‑term competitiveness.

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Business Turku is here to support your growth in the clean transition sector.
With a dedicated contact person guiding you from first discussion to long‑term development, you’ll always have a knowledgeable partner by your side. Get in touch and let’s explore how Turku can support your next steps.

