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Why are semiconductors so important in Sweden?

Semiconductors are crucial to the Swedish industry, and increasingly so. Since 2021 there has been a shortage of semiconductors, and Europe is now making one of its largest industrial efforts ever, through the European Chips Act. The report - Sweden in the semiconductor world Affärsutvecklare

Will a national competence centre for semiconductors be built in Sweden?

As a part of the initiative, Vinnova (the Swedish Governmental Agency for Innovation Systems) plans to finance establishing a national competence centre for semiconductors.

Which universities in Sweden are working on semiconductors?

Lund University, Chalmers University of Technology and KTH Royal Institute of Technology – three universities that account for the majority of Swedish education and research in the field of semiconductors – are now joining forces to strengthen the supply of skills and access to research infrastructure in the country.

Is Sweden a good place to invest in small chip technology?

Despite the great importance of the small chip, Sweden and EU have lagged behind. KTH, Lund University, Chalmers University of Technology and various Swedish companies are now joining forces to strengthen Sweden's expertise and infrastructure for semiconductor technology.

How does Sweden support the European chips Act?

The Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research funds the initiative with a 60 million SEK (5.3 million EUR) investment, demonstrating the country’s commitment to advancing its semiconductor sector. This project aligns with the European Chips Act, a broader effort to achieve semiconductor independence across Europe.

Which countries make the most semiconductor chips?

Whether mobile phones, automotive, energy, home appliances, or artificial intelligence, these components (“chips”) play a key role. At the same time, Asian countries account for more than half of the world’s semiconductor chip production. Swedish semiconductor capability is now to be strengthened by Lund University together with Chalmers and KTH.

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Developer SENS secures land for 50MW BESS in Sweden

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