Cefmof

Central Finland Mobility Foundation – creating a carbon-neutral future.

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From December 9 to 12, Cefmof had the honor of participating in the Team Finland business delegation's visit to Japan, led by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo. This high-level visit showcased Finland’s leadership in sustainability and digital transformation while fostering collaboration with Japan on shared goals.

Cefmof is dedicated to fostering collaboration to bridge local and international stakeholders, with a focus on green hydrogen as a key enabler of a sustainable future. Despite being one of the youngest organizations in the delegation, we were proud to bring Central Finland’s hydrogen economy to the forefront of global discussions.

This visit provided a platform to...
✅ Present our concrete actions to promote a carbon-neutral society through green hydrogen.
✅ Engage with Japanese stakeholders on shared sustainability goals.
✅ Strengthen our role in facilitating Finnish and Japanese collaboration.

From the visit, we brought back...
💡Actionable knowledge on Japan’s strategic focus areas in circular economy policies.
💡 Seeds of valuable partnerships to further hydrogen-related R&D and infrastructure in Finland.
💡 Valuable insights and affirming feedback from Japanese municipalities actively pursuing sustainable development initiatives.

This journey strengthened our resolve to create lasting connections and actionable results that benefit both Finland and Japan.

#cefmof #carbonneutral #hydrogen #sustainability #greenhydrogen

[Cefmof @Cefmof]

From December 9 to 12, Cefmof had the honor of participating in the Team Finland business delegation's visit to Japan, led by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo. This high-level visit showcased Finland’s leadership in sustainability and digital transformation while fostering collaboration with Japan on shared goals.

Cefmof is dedicated to fostering collaboration to bridge local and international stakeholders, with a focus on green hydrogen as a key enabler of a sustainable future. Despite being one of the youngest organizations in the delegation, we were proud to bring Central Finland’s hydrogen economy to the forefront of global discussions.

This visit provided a platform to...
✅ Present our concrete actions to promote a carbon-neutral society through green hydrogen.
✅ Engage with Japanese stakeholders on shared sustainability goals.
✅ Strengthen our role in facilitating Finnish and Japanese collaboration.

From the visit, we brought back...
💡Actionable knowledge on Japan’s strategic focus areas in circular economy policies.
💡 Seeds of valuable partnerships to further hydrogen-related R&D and infrastructure in Finland.
💡 Valuable insights and affirming feedback from Japanese municipalities actively pursuing sustainable development initiatives.

This journey strengthened our resolve to create lasting connections and actionable results that benefit both Finland and Japan.

#cefmof #carbonneutral #hydrogen #sustainability #greenhydrogen

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Vireon Hydrogen Oy has been awarded a grant of 3.8 million Euros from Business Finland to build a 5MW electrolyzer facility in Jyväskylä, Finland. This groundbreaking project marks a significant milestone in the development of the Finnish hydrogen economy and the advancement of green hydrogen as a key enabler of zero-emission solutions. 💧

“We are immensely grateful to the Finnish Ministry and Business Finland for their vital support,” said Per Øyvind Voie, Managing Director of VIREON. “This grant will allow us to complete the green hydrogen value chain in Jyväskylä, in collaboration with our trusted partners at Cefmof.”

Vireon is already in the process of establishing the Jyväskylä Hydrogen Hub. Phase one involves building a hydrogen refueling station for heavy-duty transport, partly funded by a prior EU grant to the company. The first users are already confirmed, including five hydrogen-powered buses set to enter regular bus traffic in Jyväskylä. The station is scheduled to be operational by 2025. 👏🏼

Read more: https://t.co/XLJeU48e7H

#cefmof #vireon #hydrogen #jyväskylä

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During European Hydrogen Week in Brussels, we participated in a workshop titled “Hydrogen for mobility and residential applications: safety and permitting approaches around Europe” organized by the HYPOP project. This interactive session explored how we can increase public trust in hydrogen.💧

Cefmof is already actively working on this topic: we shared our insights from Jyväskylä, particularly the H2 exhibition at the Aalto2 Museum Centre and the hydrogen pizza oven at the “Hydrogen, Light, and Power” event.

As part of a thought-provoking roundtable discussion with Joana Fonseca from Hydrogen Europe, Tomoho Umeda from Hydrogen Poland and Mattia Miglietta from Environment Park, Esa emphasized the importance of community-focused initiatives in advancing hydrogen adoption.

The session underscored the value of networking and learning from diverse perspectives, and of course, sharing information. 👏🏼

#cefmof #hydrogen #carbonneutral #jyväskylä #hypop #europeanhydrogenweek

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Last week, Cefmof participated in the Sophia Business Angels International Entrepreneurship Venture Academy in the beautiful city of Nice, France. This dynamic event provided a great networking platform and an intensive pitch competition that brought out the best in innovative startups: pitching, refining with experts and pitching again.

We want to give a special shoutout to PowerUP Energy Technologies, who worked with our Executive Director Haruka Arai and Nina Rautiainen from the City of Jyväskylä during their mentoring session. Their dedication and innovation earned them the title “Most Investable Company”! Congratulations! 👏🏼

At Cefmof, we’re inspired by these startups' pioneering spirit and actively seeking collaboration opportunities with ventures in the hydrogen sector.

A big thank you to Fondation Sophia Antipolis and EBAN / European Business Angel Network for hosting the event!

#cefmof #carbonneutral #startup #hydrogen

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Last week we were one of the speakers at a webinar hosted by Intralink Japan on hydrogen’s future, where we delved into the evolving landscape of green investments in Finland and the country’s unique advantages in green hydrogen value chains. Other speakers at the webinar were from Helen, Helsinki Partners and EK.⚡

Key points taken:

💡 Finland’s competitive environment and commitment to green hydrogen are setting new standards for sustainable industry transformation.

💼 Green hydrogen offers incredible opportunities for diverse industries.

🤝 Partnerships are essential. By working together, we can unlock impactful and sustainable results.

Additionally, the high potential for Finnish and Japanese collaboration in hydrogen technology and know-how was highlighted. Cefmof is proud to play a role in accelerating this collaboration between Japan and Finland, paving the way for a greener future. 🇫🇮🇯🇵

Thank you Intralink and other speakers for a great discussion!

#cefmof #greenhydrogen #sustainability #greenerfuture #carbonneutral

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Relive the journey of Vihreä vetyvoima ("Green hydrogen power"), an interactive exhibition at the Aalto2 Museum Centre, where visitors of all ages explored the potential of green hydrogen. 💚 #cefmof #vihreävetyvoima #greenhydrogenpower #aalto2museum

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The Energia 2024 event in Tampere offered a comprehensive overview of the energy sector. 🔋 The event attracted a large number of participants, allowing us to network around hydrogen-related topics.

The event provided a broad perspective on the hydrogen economy, covering production, distribution, applications, and safety concerns. Concrete examples, such as a hydrogen-powered generator and Fortum’s Kalla pilot plant, added inspiring practical insights to the discussions.

It was encouraging to see the consensus in discussions that green hydrogen is enabling the energy transition, which is already underway!

The energy transition is real, and it will be fascinating to see how quickly it progresses.

#cefmof #energia2024 #greenhydrogen #carbonneutral

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One of the highlights of our Japan trip was a visit to the Next Generation Energy System R&D Village "Nesrad" in Koufu, Yamanashi prefecture. The site runs various demonstrations of manufacturing, storing, transporting and using green hydrogen and is one of the biggest green hydrogen plants in Japan. 💧

It was especially thrilling to hear how research at Nesrad has led to impactful results—Suntory, one of Japan’s largest distilling companies, and Yamanashi prefecture will decarbonise Suntory Hakushu Distillery, one of Suntory’s largest factories, by using green hydrogen by 2025. This will happen by installing the "Yamanashi Model Power-to-Gas System" developed at Nesrad in the factory.

The visit showed us how green hydrogen can truly make a difference, especially when the whole community acts together.

#cefmof #carbonneutral #hydrogentechnology #nesrad #greenhydrogen

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Hydrogen mobility isn't limited only to roads—we saw Japan’s first certified hydrogen ship "Raichou N" that can operate on a practical level! ⛴️

The hydrogen fuel cell system of the Raichou N is the same as the one used in Toyota Motor's Mirai car.

#cefmof #carbonneutral #hydrogen #hydrogenship #raichoun

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Today we visited Tokyo Mobility Show 2024 to experience new solutions in the mobility sector—including hydrogen innovations! 💧

Did you know that Toyota has portable hydrogen cartridges to power various solutions? We got to try carrying the cartridges in a backpack and cook with hydrogen. 🎒

Perhaps some new hydrogen experiences might be coming to Jyväskylä next year as well…?

#cefmof #tokyomobilityshow #greenhydrogen #powersolutions #carbonneutral

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Greetings from Tokyo, Japan! 🌏 Together with the City of Jyväskylä, we are participating in Connecting Green Hydrogen Japan, a two-day event focused on discussing and benchmarking hydrogen solutions from Japan and around the globe.💧

Exciting times ahead!

#CGHJ2024 #cefmof #carbonneutral #greenhydrogen #sustainability

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Eilisen tapahtumapäivän tunnelmaa! ✨️

Ehdit vielä tänään mukaan kokemaan Vetyä, valoa & voimaa Jyväskylän Ruusupuistoon! 🍕💥Suosittelemme saapumaan Linkillä tai kävellen, mahdollisuuksien mukaan.

📌 Ruusupuisto and Aalto2-museokeskus (Alvar Aallon katu 9, 40600 Jyväskylä)
⏰️ Klo 19-22.30

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Yesterday's event vibes! ✨️

You still have time today to experience Vetyä, valoa & voimaa (“Hydrogen, Light & Power”) at Ruusupuisto in Jyväskylä! 🍕💥 We recommend arriving by bus or on foot, if possible.

📌 Ruusupuisto and Aalto2 Museum Center (Alvar Aallon katu 9, 40600 Jyväskylä)
⏰️ 7 PM – 10:30 PM

#vetyävaloajavoimaa2024 #valonkaupunki #vetypizza #dundu #toyotamirai #vihreävetyvoima #jyväskylä #cefmof

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Today, we had a press conference about exciting news! 🙌🏼 Vireon is set to construct Finland’s first large-scale green hydrogen refuelling station in Jyväskylä, marking a significant step forward as there are currently no operational H2 stations in Finland, made possible through a collaborative effort that includes also us, Cefmof, and the City of Jyväskylä. This station is the first of four strategically planned across Finland.

”Jyväskylä’s central location, combined with strong collaboration with Cefmof and the City, makes it an ideal starting point for our hydrogen infrastructure,” says Per Øyvind Voie, Managing Director of Vireon.

“The opening of our first green hydrogen refuelling station and the launch of the hydrogen bus pilot are excellent starts for building a green hydrogen ecosystem in Jyväskylä,” Mayor Timo Koivisto stated.

By 2025, five green hydrogen buses will be piloted in Jyväskylä, supported by a new hydrogen refuelling station.

“This project aims to enhance urban transport and tackle environmental challenges, supporting Jyväskylä’s transition to sustainable solutions and contributing to a cleaner, healthier urban environment and a resilient local economy,” says Haruka Arai, Executive Director from Cefmof.

This development represents a crucial milestone in Finland’s journey towards a sustainable energy future.

Read more: https://t.co/a1PHMJAosX

#cefmof #greenhydrogen #vireon #jyväskylä #centralfinland #sustainableenergy

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Vihreä vetyvoima -näyttely huipentuu tällä viikolla Vetyä, valoa & voimaa -tapahtumakokonaisuuteen. Niin näyttelyn kuin tapahtuman tavoitteena on innostaa ja herättää ajatuksia siitä, miten vety voi muuttaa arkeamme tulevaisuudessa.✨🚀

Vaikka näyttely on ensisijaisesti suunnattu 8-13-vuotiaille, sopii se kaikille kokemuksen ja uuden tiedon nälkäisille; nuorille, aikuisille, perheille ja senioreille!

💚 Näyttely ja tapahtuma ovat kaikille avoimia ja maksuttomia
📌 Ruusupuisto ja Aalto2-museokeskus (Alvar Aallon katu 7, 40600 Jyväskylä)
🗓 Näyttely avoinna 29.9. asti. Tapahtuman aikana (27.-28.9.) klo 22.30 asti, muulloin ti-su klo 11-18.

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Vihreä vetyvoima (“Green Hydrogen Power”) exhibition culminates this week in Vetyä, valoa & voimaa (“Hydrogen, Light & Power”) event series. The goal of both the exhibition and the event is to inspire and spark thoughts about how hydrogen could transform our daily lives in the future. ✨️🚀

While the exhibition is primarily aimed at 8-13-year-olds, it’s perfect for anyone hungry for new knowledge and experiences—youth, adults, families, and seniors alike!

💚 The exhibition and event are open to all and free of charge
📌 Ruusupuisto and Aalto2 Museum Center (Alvar Aallon katu 7, 40600 Jyväskylä)
🗓 Exhibition open until September 29. During the event (September 27-28), open until 10:30 PM, otherwise Tue-Sun from 11 AM to 6 PM.

#vetyävaloajavoimaa2024 #valonkaupunki #jyväskylä #cefmof #greenhydrogenpower #aalto2museum

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Yesterday marked the third Hydrogen Networking Event, ”Vety-verkottamo”. Organised in collaboration with Jyväskylä Business Development Services, the event aims to connect stakeholders and explore the business opportunities within the hydrogen economy, particularly in Central Finland.💧

During the event, we discussed the types of innovations and new business ventures that can emerge around hydrogen, what's currently under development, and what activities are already taking place in Central Finland. In addition to our Cefmof representatives, Esa Eerola & Netta Hongisto, the speakers included Saara Viikilä from Helen and Valtteri Paakki from the Regional Council of Central Finland.

The event took place at the Aalto2 Museum, where we also have the Green Hydrogen Power exhibition running until the 29th of September. The activities at the exhibition were very well-received by the participants – they worked great for adults too. 😉 Just five days left!

#cefmof #vetyverkottamo #hydrogeneconomy #centralfinland #jyväskylä #aalto2museum #greenhydrogenpower

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Exciting times are ahead with Remoted, the winner of the recent Investor Day! 🙌🏼 We kicked things off with a workshop at @yritystehdas and a visit to @TGR_WRC in Jyväskylä last Friday.

This marks the beginning of a 2-year incubation program, made possible by Cefmof, to bring a new company into Jyväskylä's growing ecosystem and accelerate sustainable urban mobility.🌱

#cefmof #remoted #carbonneutral #innovation #investorday #technology #ecosystem #jyväskylä #sustainability

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Tule heittämään ylävitoset DUNDUn kanssa! 😍✨ DUNDU on valaistu suurikokoinen nukke, joka on lumonnut katsojia ympäri maailmaa. Suuresta koostaan huolimatta DUNDU on lempeä olento, joka liukuu sulavasti yleisön joukossa.

Vihreän vedyn tavoin DUNDU on vahva, voimakas ja vaikuttava mutta ei lainkaan pelottava. Emme malta odottaa, että pääset tekemään parempaa tuttavuutta molempien kanssa! 💚

🗓️ Vetyä, valoa & voimaa -tapahtuma 27.-28.9. DUNDU esiintyy molempina päivinä klo 20, 21 ja 22. Kesto 30 min.

📍 Ruusupuiston aukio (huom! sateella esiintyminen siirretään Aalto2:n sisätiloihin)

Katso tapahtuman koko ohjelma Facebook-tapahtumasta: Vetyä, valoa & voimaa 2024.

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Come give a high five to DUNDU! 😍✨

DUNDU is an illuminated, large-scale puppet that has mesmerized audiences around the world. Despite its size, DUNDU is a gentle creature that glides gracefully through the crowd.

Like green hydrogen, DUNDU is strong, powerful, and impressive but not at all intimidating. We can’t wait for you to get better acquainted with both! 💚

🗓️ Vetyä, valoa & voimaa (“Hydrogen, Light & Power” event on September 27-28. DUNDU performs on both days at 8 PM, 9 PM, and 10 PM. Duration: 30 minutes.

📍 Ruusupuisto Square (Note! In case of rain, the performance will be moved indoors to Aalto2).

Check out the full event program on the Facebook event: Vetyä, valoa ja voimaa 2024.

📸 DUNDU

#vetyävaloajavoimaa2024 #valonkaupunki #vihreävetyvoima #jyväskylä #cefmof

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Vetyä, valoa & voimaa tarjoaa ainutlaatuisen elämyksen, jota tuskin haluat jättää väliin. ✨️👇

🍕 Vetypizzauuni 🍕

Saapuu ensimmäistä kertaa ikinä Suomeen suoraan Pariisista, ja mikä parasta, voit lunastaa pizzaa itsellesi vastaamalla vetyaiheiseen tietovisaan! Maistiaisia tarjolla rajoitettu määrä.

💡 DUNDU 💡

Interaktiivinen valoteos DUNDU on lumonnut katsojia ympäri maailmaa ja nyt sinulla on mahdollisuus nähdä tämä suurikokoinen, mutta lempeä olento Ruusupuistossa!

🚀 Vetyrakettityöpaja 🚀

Tiesitkö, että vedyllä voi laukaista ilmaan raketin? Työpajassa pääset näkemään, kuinka paljon vedyssä on voimaa!

👨‍🔬 Vihreä vetyvoima -näyttely / Aalto2-museokeskus 👨‍🔬

Mitä vihreä vety on ja millaista roolia se voisi näytellä elämässämme? Interaktiivinen näyttely avartaa vedyn arkielämän mahdollisuuksia. Näyttelyssä pääset myös ajamaan radio-ohjattavalla vetyautolla!

Tarkemman ohjelman ja aikataulun löydät Facebook-tapahtumamme kuvauksesta: https://t.co/OX79qHKx3R. 👋

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Vetyä, valoa & voimaa (“Hydrogen, Light & Power”) offers a unique experience that you definitely won't want to miss. ✨️👇

🍕 Hydrogen Pizza Oven 🍕
For the first time ever in Finland, straight from Paris! Even better, you can get a slice of pizza by answering a hydrogen-themed quiz! Limited samples are available.

💡 DUNDU 💡
The interactive light installation DUNDU has enchanted audiences around the world, and now you have the chance to see this large yet gentle creature at Ruusupuisto!

🚀 Hydrogen Rocket Workshop 🚀
Did you know that hydrogen can launch a rocket into the air? In this workshop, you'll see just how powerful hydrogen can be!

👨‍🔬 Vihreä vetyvoima (“Green Hydrogen Power”) Exhibition / Aalto2 Museum Center 👨‍🔬

What is green hydrogen, and what role could it play in our lives? This interactive exhibition explores the possibilities of hydrogen in everyday life. You can also drive a hydrogen-powered remote-controlled car!

For a detailed program and schedule, check the event description on our Facebook: https://t.co/OX79qHKx3R. 👋

#vetyävaloajavoimaa2024 #valonkaupunki #vihreävetyvoima #jyväskylä #cefmof #aalto2museum

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Jyväskylä Business Rally Investor Day 2024 💙 A huge shout-out to everyone who made this incredible day in August possible. Thank you for being part of it!

#cefmof #businessrally #investorday2024 #jyväskylä #yritystehdas #eban #fiban

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