At the core of the HOCLOOP project are passionate researchers working to shape the future of clean energy. In this special series for International Women’s Day, we highlight the inspiring women behind HOCLOOP—starting with Mona Enell-Nilsson, Senior Researcher at the University of Vaasa.
Mona leads efforts to explore the social acceptance of closed-loop geothermal energy systems. Her work goes beyond technical performance to examine how communities, industries, and policymakers understand and engage with geothermal solutions.
The team at the University of Vaasa conducts workshops and stakeholder dialogues to ensure HOCLOOP’s innovations are not only efficient but also socially integrated and economically viable. They also assess potential business models to support long-term adoption.
By addressing the human and economic aspects of renewable energy, Mona’s work plays a vital role in ensuring a just and inclusive energy transition.
🎥 Watch our interview with Mona to learn more about her perspective on social dimensions in geothermal research.
Stay with us as we continue spotlighting the people who are powering HOCLOOP forward.