Jouni Ritvanen

Jouni Ritvanen is a Full Professor (tenured) at LUT University's School of Energy Systems in Lappeenranta, Finland. His research focuses on gas-solid flow modeling, particularly fluidized bed applications and carbon capture technologies. He has developed a dynamic 1D tool suitable for fluidized bed applications that includes all key phenomena related to flow, reactions, and heat transfer, which has been widely applied to carbon capture and storage processes.

His educational background includes:

• Doctor of Science (Technology) in Energy and Environmental Technology from Lappeenranta University of Technology (2006)
• Master of Science (Technology) in Energy from Lappeenranta University of Technology (2001)
• Title of docent in LUT Energy (2016-present)

Ritvanen's research interests center around gas-solid flow modeling with particular emphasis on fluidized beds and related applications. His expertise includes developing dynamic modeling tools for fluidized bed applications that incorporate flow, reactions, and heat transfer phenomena. His work has significant applications in carbon capture and storage processes, where his models are used for performance evaluation. He also explores the integration of artificial intelligence techniques in energy systems optimization and has contributed to various aspects of clean energy technologies including chemical looping combustion and sorption-enhanced gasification.

His recent publications (2023-2025) demonstrate a continued focus on advancing fluidized bed technologies, particularly in carbon capture applications through calcium looping processes. There's a notable trend toward integrating artificial intelligence methods with traditional engineering approaches, as seen in his work on deep learning-based electricity price forecasting and AI applications for reducing energy costs in carbon capture plants. His research bridges theoretical modeling with practical industrial applications, addressing key challenges in clean energy transition.

Professor Ritvanen has served as a peer reviewer for numerous prestigious journals including Chemical Engineering Journal, Energy, Fuel, and Powder Technology, demonstrating his standing in the academic community.