The 20th of September Amin Karimu defended his doctoral thesis on Energy Demand and Household Energy Choice, in supervision by Kurt Brännäs at University of Umeå.
CERE's Lars Fredrik Andersson, Associate Professor in Economic History, was interviewed by TV4 in conjunction with Volvo's announcement of their move of the assembly line to Gothenburg. Lars Fredrik means that it's only a matter of time until Volvo entirely leaves Umeå. If a company finds places closer to the market, raw material, suppliers it will simplify the logistical system to the point that it isn't worthwhile to have the factory elsewhere.
Professor Rauli Svento with his research group is visiting CERE on 16th October. During the seminar three doctoral students from University of OULU will present their papers: