Linnar Pärn

Linnar Pärn is a Researcher and Development Manager at the Estonian University of Life Sciences, holding dual positions within the Institute of Forestry and Engineering. He serves as Development Manager at the Institute administration (0.75 FTE) since 2013 and as Researcher at the Chair of Forest and Land Management and Wood Processing Technologies (0.25 FTE) from 2018-2023. His professional affiliations include chairman of the EMÜ renewable energy center council and previous service on various university councils.

Linnar Pärn earned his Bachelor's degree (1999-2003) and Master's degree (2003-2005) in Wood Technology from Estonian Agricultural University (now Estonian University of Life Sciences). His educational background provided the foundation for his research career focused on wood-based bioenergy systems.

His research expertise centers around wood technology, wood fuels, and the production and use of wood fuels, with additional focus on biomass resources, bioenergy systems, and sustainable forestry practices. His work addresses practical challenges in biomass processing, storage, and conversion to energy, often taking Estonian case studies as the foundation for broader applications.

Linnar Pärn's publication record shows consistent contributions to the field since 2005, with recent work (2021-2023) focusing on advanced biomass processing techniques like torrefaction and long-term storage effects on fuel quality. His research demonstrates a progression from basic resource assessment to more sophisticated processing technologies.

• Chairman of EMÜ renewable energy center council (2013–present)
• Estonian University of Life Sciences council member (2010–2014)
• Mentored three Master's students to completion (2016, 2023, 2024)

As Development Manager, he oversees university assets and information systems while planning for sustainable development, effectively bridging his technical expertise with institutional management responsibilities. This dual role provides a unique perspective connecting academic research with practical implementation in educational and institutional settings.