Project information:
Official name of the project: Massikka
Duration of the project: 1.4.2024 - 31.8.2026
Project coordinator: VAMK
Funding: EU
Budget: 219 578 €
Contact person in VAMK:
Kimi Wennström, Project Manager (Design Centre MUOVA)
tel. +358 207 663 418, kimi.wennstrom@vamk.fi
Project Description
We are designing a training program on bioeconomy business opportunities, providing practical learning materials and examples of innovative solutions.
Project Objectives
Our goal is to improve employment opportunities in the bio-based production sector, replacing jobs lost in the peat industry. The project supports continuous learning through participatory design and a digital learning environment.
Project Activities
Bioeconomy Value Networks
- The project explores and describes the current state, trends, and customer needs in the bioeconomy. Mapping industry knowledge, trends, and customer needs supports the identification of business opportunities.
Demonstrations and Concept Development
- The project applies design methods to develop and test bioeconomy business opportunities together with the project’s target group.
Development of the Training Program
- Based on the produced knowledge and feedback collected from the target group, a digital learning environment will be created, containing practical training materials and learning assignments.
Project Organizers
Vaasa University of Applied Sciences
Kimi Wennström | Project Manager
kimi.wennstrom@vamk.fi
+358 50 473 7998
