Our seven research areas
About us
The Department of Energy and Technology consists of about 80 people. You will find us at the Soil, Water and Environmental Center (MVM-centrum) at SLU Campus Ultuna in Uppsala (5th floor).
With us you can find great expertise in technology and systems that we have classified into 7 research areas. We offer undergraduate courses at bachelor's and master's level. At the same time, postgraduate education is a large and important part of our department. Welcome to read more about our activities!
News & Events
News
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Long-lived wood products of improved birch bring more climate benefits
A new study by Aureo Aparecido Abreu Junior, PhD student at SLU and within Trees For Me, and his research colleagues shows that improved birch used for long-lived wood products provides greater climate benefits than all products from naturally regenerated birch, in Southern Sweden. -
From waste to wealth: How toilets can become fertiliser factories
In a changing world, one thing stays constant: we all need toilets. Sanitation protects our health and keeps our environment clean. World Toilet Day 2025, on 19 November, highlights “Sanitation in a changing world” and the need for future-ready systems and services. Check out SLU’s contribution! -
New pathways to sustainable milk through interdisciplinary research
How can Swedish milk production become more sustainable – for climate, soil, and animals? A new interdisciplinary research project at SLU explores whether agroecology could be the key to building more resilient and fair food systems. -
Sun, soil and synergy – the potential of agrivoltaics in a changing landscape
How can solar panels and agriculture coexist – and even benefit one another? That question was at the center of the webinar “Agrivoltaics: Frontiers and opportunities for new research”, part of SLU’s Climate Conversations series on future climate solutions. -
"Stop talking about waste – point to the value instead"
The quote is from Jón Jónasson, Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Iceland, during a side event on innovative solutions for a sustainable future, addressing food insecurity, climate change, and waste management. The event took place during the 53rd Plenary Session of the Committee on World Food Security.