Minna Rämä

Minna Rämä is a Researcher at the School of Chemical Engineering, focusing on extractive metallurgy and sustainable materials processing. Her work addresses critical challenges in metallurgical sustainability and circular economy applications.

• Educational Background: Dipl.ins. in Chemical Engineering (2017), Tekn.kand. in Materials Engineering and Rock Engineering (2016)

Her research spans pyrometallurgy, zinc recovery, and non-fossil reductant utilization. Key projects include:

• ENICON (2022–2026): Sustainable processing of low-grade ores into battery-grade metals
• TOCANEM (2020–2023): Carbon-neutral metals production
• SYMMET (2018–2020): Symbiosis of metals production and environmental conservation
• CMEco (2017–2019): Aluminum oxide and copper smelting research

Her publications highlight experimental investigations into zinc and lead residue processing, leveraging biochar and non-fossil reductants for environmental compliance and resource conservation. Trends include slag optimization, metal removal, and scalable metallurgical solutions.

Her contributions intersect with UN Sustainable Development Goals in environmental stewardship and sustainable industrial practices.

Research Outputs: 5 publications (2018–2023) in journals like ACS Omega and Journal of Cleaner Production, focusing on residue treatment and carbon-neutral metallurgy.

• Collaborations: Projects with EU Horizon Europe, Business Finland, and industry partners