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Mälardalen University
A progressive and collaborative university
where together we form a sustainable future
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Unique project for Sweden – combining solar panels and agriculture
At Kärrbo Prästgård, located near Västerås, an agrivoltaic research project has been underway since the beginning of the year, which combines photovoltaic systems with agriculture on farmland. Our researchers can now reveal the first results, while they are calling for a national strategy for solar parks and solar energy in Sweden.
about Unique project for Sweden – combining solar panels and agricultureA joint effort to help solve societal challenges of the future
Mälardalen University, Eskilstuna Municipality and Västerås City signed an agreement worth SEK 45 million in a joint effort to help solve societal challenges of the future.
about A joint effort to help solve societal challenges of the futureInternational student
Master's, Bachelor's, online or exchange studies? Visit our international website to see what we offer you as a student from outside Sweden
Visit mdh.se/internationalSustainable development goals
On 1 January 2016, the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development officially came into force. Over the next fifteen years countries will mobilize efforts to end all forms of poverty, fight inequalities and tackle climate change. This is how MDH work with the sustainable development goals.
Global goalsRe-think flight with hybrid electric commuter aircraft
Small (hybrid) electric planes commuter aircraft are about to change regional air travel in the future. The apparent benefits of the commuter aircraft are their fuel efficiency. Moreover, the global scientific and industrial communities are seeing aircraft electrification as one potential solution to reduce gaseous and noise emissions.
about Re-think flight with hybrid electric commuter aircraftResearch shows: Men need to commit to men's violence against women
Men’s violence against women is a widespread, worldwide societal challenge. Studies show that men need to get involved in the problem in order for it to end. Researchers from MDH, through an international research project, are investigating why some men get involved in the problem, and why others are silent.
about Research shows: Men need to commit to men's violence against womenSilicon Valley tech queen offers her best life advice
Adiba Barney has made an exceptional journey from Swedish start-ups to CEO and Leader in Silicon Valley after graduating from the International Marketing Programme at Mälardalen University. At the same time as she fulfilled her dreams, she has grappled with cancer over many years. With her newly published book “När livet ger dig kaktusar, gör margaritas!” (When life throws cacti at you, make margaritas!) she wants to inspire others to live life to the full and to dare to dream big.
about Silicon Valley tech queen offers her best life advice