Estonia’s startup sector has enjoyed international success over the years, but lately there’s a sense that the ecosystem needs a refresh. Much of the earlier success came from those who dared to take the first step – to venture into the unknown, take risks, and believe in their ideas. Today, we urgently need that same courage again, so the next wave of startup success stories can rise.
TalTech’s Green Theme Month panel discussion tackled one of Estonia’s greatest social contradictions – climate skepticism – and asked what sustainability means in today’s world and which environmental problems engineering can actually solve. The discussion brought together academician Tarmo Soomere, professor Erkki Karo, ESG specialist Merili Vares, and was moderated by Mari Öö Sarv, editor-in-chief of Mente et Manu.
What is the energy transition? And why do we even need one – why can’t we just continue with oil shale?
The global shipping industry stands at the crossroads of sustainability and profitability, grappling with emissions cuts, new technologies, and the monumental costs of going green. Sina Atari, who recently defended his PhD thesis at TalTech, has dived deep into the financial undercurrents of this sector – uncovering surprising gaps, challenges, and opportunities that could reshape maritime investment strategies.
Fulbright scholar Kevin Lu spent a year in Estonia mapping its climate-tech ecosystem – now he shares what he discovered, and why the country needs a green digital narrative.
The Director General of the European Space Agency (ESA), Josef Aschbacher, will visit Estonia to deliver a public lecture on 4 September from 14:00 to 15:30 at TalTech’s School of Business and Governance, auditorium SOC-209.
The President of the European Research Council, Professor Maria Leptin, visited Estonia to explore the country's research landscape and discuss the growing success of Estonian scientists in securing prestigious ERC grants. In conversation with Trialoog’s editor Silver Tambur, she reflected on Estonia’s achievements, the role of scientific freedom, and her personal leadership journey.
Estonian Maritime Academy participates in cross-border initiative to enhance transparency, resilience, and sustainability in global transport chains.
Estonia has earned a global reputation as a digital trailblazer, but its next strategic move may come from much higher up—literally. Building on its strengths in cybersecurity and digital governance, Estonia is now laying the groundwork to become a leader in securing space infrastructure.
Ukraine’s wartime shipping proves that, even under attack, trade can continue – with ingenuity, international cooperation and flexible infrastructure.