Building Bridges for a Sustainable Future: KTH Expands International Synergies in Energy Education
KTH’s Energy Technology Department continues to strengthen its global network by facilitating meaningful, long‑term partnerships with universities committed to advancing sustainable engineering. A recent Erasmus+ academic mobility visit to the Technical University of Moldova (UTM) by Prof. Jeevan Jayasuriya from the HPT division, carried out from March 9 -13, 2026, marked another important step in expanding international academic bridges that support shared learning, collaborative research, and forward‑looking educational development.
Hosted by UTM’s Faculty of Design and the Faculty of Mechanical, Industrial and Transport Engineering, Jeevan Jayasuriya ’s visit entailed sessions and discussions with master’s students on sustainable energy technologies, including renewable energy integration, electrified transport, energy storage, and systems thinking – fields which KTH holds extensive expertise.
Beyond the teaching activities, the visit also opened new pathways for institutional collaboration through strategic dialogue with UTM’s leadership, (including faculty deans and representatives from the international office) where conversations explored how KTH and UTM can collaborate more systematically via joint research initiatives and project proposals, co‑developed educational materials, innovative teaching practices, and sustained academic exchanges. The discussions were complemented by a demonstration of digital learning and research tools such as the KTH Remote Solar Laboratory (that enables remote access to photovoltaic experiments), sparking interest in developing shared digital resources and expanding opportunities for hands‑on renewable energy education across institutions.
This visit reflects the broader mission of KTH’s Energy Technology Department via cultivating global partnerships that advance sustainability, enrich academic communities, and prepare the next generation of engineers for an evolving energy landscape. Through such partnerships, KTH contributes to a resilient global network of universities ready to confront the energy and climate challenges of the future.
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