Anne-Mari Riikonen

I work as a project researcher in Kerttu Saalasti institute of Oulu university. At the moment I am working on BIOTUTO project where the objective is to promote new business opportunities on the countryside which are related to the handling, acquisition and use of biomasses. In the project we are improving the logistics of local biogas production and promoting usage of biogas as a fuel in traffic and industry.

I finished my Master of Science degree in geography at University of Oulu in 2023 specializing in physical geography. In my thesis I studied relations between topographic heterogeneity and biodiversity using fell plant species in Kilpisjärvi area. I used GIS based topographical modelling and statistical approach as research methods. I have also carried out pedagogical studies and gained experience in teaching various courses of geography.

I am interested in many different fields of geographical research. Specially sustainable development, green shift, climate change adaption and natural conservation are themes I am enthusiastic about.