Harri Heiskanen

Harri Heiskanen possesses extensive experience in technology evaluation and process design, particularly in the biofuel sector. Since April 2016, Harri has served as a Senior Associate at Neste, focusing on techno-economic evaluations relating to biofuel production technologies. Previously, Harri held various positions within Neste, including Researcher and Associate, where similar evaluations were conducted. Prior experience includes a role as Senior Process Design Engineer at Neste Jacobs, where Harri contributed to the development of renewable diesel production processes. Research Directorship at the Educational Municipal Federation of the Kalajokilaakso Region involved investigating biogas production. Academic credentials include a PhD in Plant Design and a Master of Science in Technology with a major in Bioprocess Engineering from Aalto University and Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan, respectively. Harri's research background includes experience at VTT Biotechnology and Helsinki University of Technology, focusing on anaerobic fermentations, microsphere preparation processes, and more.