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From Africa to Finland: One Student's Journey and Importance of Sustainability

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As a mechanical engineering student in Finland and a CNC machine operator in the metal industry, Muluken Admassu has a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in design, product development, and manufacturing. With his work and studies, he puts sustainability at the forefront. In this session, Admassu will share his journey from Africa to Finland and beginning his engineering work before ever seeing technology advancements. Admassu will also discuss the incorporation of sustainability considerations in his projects and unlocking new technology to go beyond the unexpected.

Key Learnings

  • Discuss the current state of sustainability in design and manufacturing.
  • Learn about the speaker's journey from Africa to Finland, and the challenges and opportunities.
  • Discuss the challenges and opportunities in advancing sustainable design and manufacturing.
  • Discover how new technology can help us achieve sustainable design and manufacturing—discuss the challenges and opportunities.

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  • Muluken Admassu
    Muluken Admassu: Fostering Sustainability Across Borders Meet Muluken Admassu, an Ethiopian immigrant thriving at the crossroads of Finnish education and industry. Originally from Ethiopia, Muluken's upbringing emphasized locally produced items, shaping his perspective on sustainability. In 2016, he immigrated to Finland and studied CNC machining, a skill he now works as a CNC machine operator at SEW EURO DRIVE Finland, contributing to industrial precision. Muluken is currently a student at Arcada University of Applied Sciences, pursuing a degree in Mechanical and Sustainable Engineering. His academic focus centers on sustainable product design, aligning with contemporary environmental needs. Beyond academics and profession, Muluken advocates for cottage industries, recognizing their economic and cultural significance.
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    MULUKEN ADMASSU: Good morning, everybody. I'm deeply honored and excited to stand before you today to share my journey from Africa to Finland, and importance of sustainability by taking a case of the community where I came from. On this Autodesk University summit over the next 40-- around 40 minutes, we will embark a journey together, delving into Africa and cottage industries from sustainable product development and design perspective, a topic that holds significant relevance and importance.

    In today's fast-paced world, where change is the only constant, it's crucial for us to stay informed and adaptable. Our gathering today represents a unique opportunity to current state of sustainability in design and manufacturing. And we will discuss the challenges and opportunities in advancing sustainable design and manufacturing in Africa and cottage industries. And at the end, we will look a way forward as well.

    During our time together. I encourage you all to be actively engaged, ask questions, participate in conversation, and together, we can unearth new perspectives, ignite innovative ideas, and collectively work towards our goals. Without further ado, let's begin our exploration into our topic discussion. Thank you for your attention. And let's dive to our topic.

    I think I better say something about myself. I will just later on explain a lot. I am an Ethiopian immigrant, thriving at the crossroads of Finnish education industry. As an African, I emphasize locally produced items, shaping my perspective on sustainability. In 2016, I moved to Finland and studied CNC machining. A skill-- I now work as a CNC machine operator in Sew-Eurodrive Finland.

    I'm currently as well a student at Arcada University of Applied Sciences, pursuing a degree in mechanical and sustainable engineering. My academic focus centers on sustainable product design, aligning with contemporary environmental needs. Beyond academics and profession, I also advocate for cottage industries, recognizing their economic and cultural significance.

    Today's learning objectives will include discussing the current state of sustainability in design and manufacturing. We will see my journey from Africa to Finland, and the challenges and opportunities I pass through. We discussed the challenges and opportunities in advancing sustainable design and manufacturing, specifically in cottage industries. We'll discover how new technologies can help us achieve sustainable design and manufacturing and discuss the challenges and opportunities as well.

    So when we come to the current state of sustainability in design and manufacturing in African context, many African countries have limited resources, which makes resource efficiency a primary concern. Sustainable design and manufacturing in Africa often involves minimizing material waste and optimizing resources used to maximize economic and environmental benefits. African designers and manufacturers are increasingly exploring the use of local sources and sustainable materials. This approach not only reduces transportation costs, but also supports local communities and reduces the carbon footprint of products.

    A significant portion of manufacturing in Africa is conducted in the informal sector. Integrating sustainability into this sector is crucial for improving working conditions and reducing environmental impacts. Initiatives formalizing and supporting sustainable practices in this sector are emerging. Africa has abundant renewable energy resources, including solar and wind. Sustainable manufacturing in Africa often involves harnessing these resources to power factories and reduce reliance on fossil.

    Sustainable manufacturing in Africa is closely linked to water availability and management. Companies are working to reduce water consumption and implement wastewater treatment systems to minimize environmental contamination. Sustainable manufacturing initiatives often focus on creating job opportunities and developing skills with the local communities. This contributes to economic development and social stability.

    But as electronic consumption grows, the management of electronic waste, e-waste, becomes a significant concern. African countries are increasingly looking to establish proper e-waste recycling disposal systems. Circular economy-- African nations are exploring circular economy principles, such as product repair, reuse to extend the lifespan of products and reduce waste.

    Infrastructure gaps, including transportation and energy supply can pose challenges to sustainable manufacturing. And addressing these gaps is essential for promoting sustainable practices. Cultural factors play a significant role in design and manufacturing decisions in Africa as well. Sustainable design must consider cultural references and local needs.

    So having said so, why building a sustainable and equitable future is needed? When the UN adopted the SDGs in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, it's because the world faces complex intercontinental challenges, such as poverty, inequality, climate change, environmental degradation, and conflict. The SDGs were created to provide a comprehensive framework for addressing these challenges on a global scale. The SDGs aim to leave no one behind. They are designed to be universally applicable to all countries and all people, regardless of their level of development. This inclusivity recognizes that development challenges are not limited to a specific region or countries.

    The SDGs provide a common set of goals and targets for countries, organizations, and individuals to work toward. This coordinated approach encourages collaboration and partnership at the global and national local levels. The 2030 agenda sets a 15-year lifespan for achieving SDGs. This long-term vision encourages sustained efforts and investments in sustainable development. Multidimensionality, this addresses a wide range of issues, from the poverty and hunger, to education, health gender equality, clean energy, and sustainable cities.

    And the other is just the SDGs build upon the lessons learned from Millennium Development Goals. The SDGs have gained significant public awareness and support, making them a powerful tool for holding government and organizations accountable for their commitments to sustainable development.

    So now we are going to-- I'm going to explore a bit more about my journey from Africa to Finland. I hope we'll get something from here. Sorry. As the speaker, my origin traces back to remote North Central Highlands of Ethiopia, where I was born and raised. In 2005, I embarked a journey away from my birthplace, and it was during this transition that I bore witness to both the challenges and opportunities inherent in sustainable product design and manufacturing.

    In the years before my departure, our local community thrived on self-sufficiency. Within the confines of our locality, the people relied exclusively on locally crafted goods to meet their daily needs. Every aspect of life, from household essentials to subsistence was orchestrated by the hundreds of skilled artisans, operating in small cottage industries. Within our community, a multitude of artisans played a vital role.

    We had skilled weavers, who expertly produced clothing for individuals of all ages and genders. Clay makers fashioned cooking vessels, stoves, and water storage containers with remarkable efficiency, harnessing the natural insulating properties of clay to preserve heat and food. Metalsmiths skillfully blended various methods, fashioning a wide array of tools and household items, like knives, spoons, meal plates and meal cups, and more, employing metal, wood, plant materials, stones from the riverside, and even a cattle horn.

    Our everyday rituals reflect this commitment to sustainability. We drew water from the land using locally crafted clay jars. And we support beverages produced within our community. Meal plates were crafted from grass or clay. And we wrote on a paper made from animal skins, showcasing our resourcefulness and respect for the environment. In 2019, after 14 years of absence, I returned to my home community, only to find a stark transformation. Much of our traditional sustainable way of life had given away to the influx of imported plastic utensils, metallic cookware, and Western or Chinese made clothes. The once thriving production of local beers and liquors had dwindled as villagers increasingly favored industrially distilled alternatives.

    Most disheartening of all was the plight of our skilled artisans, the weavers, metalsmiths, and clay makers. Their craft had been abandoned due to lack of technological advancement, rendering them unable to compete with industrial scale manufacturing. Moreover, epistemic genocide-- as you can see from the slides that I'm presenting, that you are seeing-- just made of corn, clay, and plant products. Later on, when I returned back in 2019, as you see, the cups are made of plastic. Water containers are also plastic.

    The clothes-- these are local weavers making clothes. But when I came back-- it's me and the cattle keeper, a relative of mine that I met in a meadow. He was wearing, just as you see, Chinese clothes, like me, Chinese or Western made clothes.

    These were locally produced beer and liquor. The containers corn, and the second one is just made of plant. But later on, what I have witnessed is people drinking beer and other liquors-- were industrially distilled. As you see, the writing material was animal skin and [INAUDIBLE]. Now they shifted to papers.

    Artisans, the craftsmanship jobs were abandoned. Wisdom or epistemic genocide was a typical example for that to me. When I came back in 2000-- excuse me-- when I came back after 15 years, the jobs of the local craftsmen and artisans, they almost lost all of their jobs.

    So if when we see the journey of my native community before 2005 and during my return in 2019, if we see it from epistemic perspectives, our community was self-sustained, locally produced of necessities, cottage industries for goods, skilled artisans, weavers, clay makers, metalsmiths, local-- everything was produced locally. But later on, imported goods, flooding of imported goods, decline of local industries, abandonment of traditional wisdom, technological gap with industrial manufacturers, adoption of Western or Chinese made clothes, and fabrics.

    From here, from the story, this story uncovers the importance of sustainable product design and manufacturing. The abandonment of our traditional practices not only leads to loss of cultural heritage, but also negative impact to the environment. The key lesson here is the sustainable practices rooted in local wisdom and craftsmanship can be a powerful force for preserving our heritage, protecting our environment, ensuring the livelihood of our artisans. In an era where technology and innovation abound, it's crucial that we find ways to enhance traditional skills, enabling them to coexist harmoniously with modern manufacturing, while staying true to principles of sustainable and resourcefulness.

    So one of the challenges in advancing sustainable design and manufactures, as you may see, in African cottage industries, there's a transition from traditional, locally sustained, self-sustained lifestyle to globalized industrial society. This shift poses significant cultural adaptation challenges for African cottage industries.

    Another pressing challenge is the heavy reliance on the importation of foreign goods, including plastic utensils, metallic dishes, and the Western/Chinese clothing. This dependence not only raises economic concerns, but also has adverse environmental impact, while also contributing to the erosion of local industries. A critical challenge is the decline in local craftsmanship and a phenomenon known as epistemicide. This decline results in the loss of jobs and traditional wisdom among local artisans, such as weavers, metalsmiths, clay makers. As a result, these cottage industries struggle to compete with industrial manufacturing.

    After saying the challenges, there are also certain opportunities for advancing sustainable design and manufacturing in African cottage industries. The opportunities may include cottage industries have an opportunity to play a crucial role in preserving cultural heritage by reviving sustainable practices, rooted in the tradition. Embracing sustainable manufacturing methods and materials can help these industries thrive while contributing to broader environmental goals.

    Initiatives focused on skill development and education can empower local artisans to adapt changing markets and technologies, ensuring the survival of their craftsmanship. Tapping into the market for sustainable products, there is a growing market for handmade sustainable products globally. Cottage industries can capitalize on this trend by offering unique, eco-friendly products that cater to consumers seeking authentic and environmentally conscious alternatives.

    Leveraging technology for sustainable design and manufacturing in local cottage industries, there are also here challenges and opportunities we may discuss a bit. Access to technology-- still many African countries in rural-- in the area like I was born, in remote areas, access to technologies is still limited. There is a low infrastructure. The skill and training, there are a lot of gaps among local artisans. There is a need for training and education. The cost of technology is also unthinkable. It's high there when you compare to cities and other advanced countries.

    There is high initial investment. There are also financial challenges. Environmentally ensuring sustainable technology adoption may minimize the harm to the environment. Still, we should discuss, I think, leveraging new technologies. Nowadays, there are automation of tasks. This will reduce labor costs and increase the efficiency. There are also quality improvements, enhanced precision, and consistency-- high-quality products. We can reach out in a global market through online mechanism. Sustainability has become also an issue globally.

    So we can enhance the skills of artisans. We can mix up modern technology with local ones as well. I think there are still a lot of opportunities in leveraging new technology. I think it's better to say a bit-- a way forward before we conclude this lesson, this class.

    Collaborative for me, I just propose-- I recommend the following things to improve the African cottage industries in designing sustainability and design of African cottage industries. So collaborative approach, collaborative co-designing and co-development with local craftsmen and artisans to leverage local knowledge. And designers and product developers should follow a participatory approach, engaging with local consumers and craftsmen to integrate local knowledge and culture to prevent epistemic genocide. And other, we encourage-- I encourage at least-- a continuous learning mindset among designers and product developers.

    I think I shouldn't conclude before I extend my sincere gratitude for Autodesk University, which supports all the transport, flight, hotel, and summit-related costs as well. I think it's time for question and answer. The floor is open for questions. And thank you very much.

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    ADC Media
    We use ADC Media to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by ADC Media. Ads are based on both ADC Media data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that ADC Media has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to ADC Media to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. ADC Media Privacy Policy
    AgrantSEM
    We use AgrantSEM to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by AgrantSEM. Ads are based on both AgrantSEM data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that AgrantSEM has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to AgrantSEM to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. AgrantSEM Privacy Policy
    Bidtellect
    We use Bidtellect to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by Bidtellect. Ads are based on both Bidtellect data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that Bidtellect has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to Bidtellect to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. Bidtellect Privacy Policy
    Bing
    We use Bing to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by Bing. Ads are based on both Bing data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that Bing has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to Bing to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. Bing Privacy Policy
    G2Crowd
    We use G2Crowd to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by G2Crowd. Ads are based on both G2Crowd data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that G2Crowd has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to G2Crowd to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. G2Crowd Privacy Policy
    NMPI Display
    We use NMPI Display to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by NMPI Display. Ads are based on both NMPI Display data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that NMPI Display has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to NMPI Display to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. NMPI Display Privacy Policy
    VK
    We use VK to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by VK. Ads are based on both VK data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that VK has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to VK to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. VK Privacy Policy
    Adobe Target
    We use Adobe Target to test new features on our sites and customize your experience of these features. To do this, we collect behavioral data while you’re on our sites. This data may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, your IP address or device ID, your Autodesk ID, and others. You may experience a different version of our sites based on feature testing, or view personalized content based on your visitor attributes. Adobe Target Privacy Policy
    Google Analytics (Advertising)
    We use Google Analytics (Advertising) to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by Google Analytics (Advertising). Ads are based on both Google Analytics (Advertising) data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that Google Analytics (Advertising) has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to Google Analytics (Advertising) to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. Google Analytics (Advertising) Privacy Policy
    Trendkite
    We use Trendkite to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by Trendkite. Ads are based on both Trendkite data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that Trendkite has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to Trendkite to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. Trendkite Privacy Policy
    Hotjar
    We use Hotjar to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by Hotjar. Ads are based on both Hotjar data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that Hotjar has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to Hotjar to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. Hotjar Privacy Policy
    6 Sense
    We use 6 Sense to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by 6 Sense. Ads are based on both 6 Sense data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that 6 Sense has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to 6 Sense to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. 6 Sense Privacy Policy
    Terminus
    We use Terminus to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by Terminus. Ads are based on both Terminus data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that Terminus has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to Terminus to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. Terminus Privacy Policy
    StackAdapt
    We use StackAdapt to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by StackAdapt. Ads are based on both StackAdapt data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that StackAdapt has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to StackAdapt to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. StackAdapt Privacy Policy
    The Trade Desk
    We use The Trade Desk to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by The Trade Desk. Ads are based on both The Trade Desk data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that The Trade Desk has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to The Trade Desk to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. The Trade Desk Privacy Policy
    RollWorks
    We use RollWorks to deploy digital advertising on sites supported by RollWorks. Ads are based on both RollWorks data and behavioral data that we collect while you’re on our sites. The data we collect may include pages you’ve visited, trials you’ve initiated, videos you’ve played, purchases you’ve made, and your IP address or device ID. This information may be combined with data that RollWorks has collected from you. We use the data that we provide to RollWorks to better customize your digital advertising experience and present you with more relevant ads. RollWorks Privacy Policy

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