About
Lotta Riikka Ruippo is a Researcher at the Department of Economics and Management, University of Helsinki, affiliated with the Doctoral Programme in Sustainable Use of Renewable Natural Resources. She contributes to projects like BioColour (bio-based dyes) and ConPaSS (sustainable packaging systems), with funding from the Academy of Finland and Strategic Research Council. Her work bridges consumer studies, sustainability, and bioeconomy transitions.
Research interests focus on consumer-material interactions in textile and packaging industries, emphasizing bio-based alternatives, chemical safety, and circular economy. Recent articles explore consumer skepticism toward plastic packaging, bioeconomy business models, and educational pathways for sustainability competencies.
Her projects highlight cross-disciplinary collaboration with researchers like M. Autio and E. Kylkilahti. Despite limited direct mentorship data, her roles in grant-funded research and conference presentations (e.g., PLATE 2023, BioColour workshops) underscore her active academic engagement. Email: lotta.ruippo@helsinki.fi
