Janne Seppänen

Janne Seppänen possesses extensive expertise in power systems and grid planning, currently serving as a Senior Expert in Strategic Grid Planning at Fingrid Oyj since July 2019, contributing to international planning collaborations, project management, and R&D initiatives. Simultaneously, Janne holds the position of Professor of Practice in Power Transmission Systems at Aalto University, where involvement spans both teaching and research. Prior experience includes a role as a Scientist at ABB Corporate Research, focusing on advanced HVDC and wind farm technologies, as well as a Special Advisor at Fingrid Oyj, emphasizing power system planning and simulation studies. Janne's academic journey culminated in a Doctor of Science degree from Aalto University, supported by a solid foundation in Electrical Engineering.