Petra Lundström

Petra Lundström is a distinguished leader in the nuclear energy sector. With a Master of Science in Technical Physics from the Helsinki University of Technology, Petra has been a vital part of Fortum's growth and innovation. In 2023, she was appointed as the Executive Vice President of Fortum’s Nuclear Generation Division and became a member of the Fortum Leadership Team.

As EVP, Petra is the Chief Nuclear Officer for Fortum’s Loviisa nuclear power plant and oversees the governance of Fortum's co-owned nuclear companies, Nuclear Services business, New Nuclear Feasibility Study, and the Engineering & Projects expert organization.

Petra’s career at Fortum has been marked by significant achievements, including her role as Vice President, Nuclear Engineering Services and Co-owned assets (NESC), where she provided project and engineering support to Loviisa nuclear power plant and services to external customers. Petra's leadership in developing a new service business based on Fortum's nuclear competence has been instrumental in offering global services in areas such as newbuild licensing, plant safety analysis and upgrades, and nuclear waste and decommissioning.

Petra's strategic vision was also evident during her tenure as Vice President, Nuclear Services, where she was responsible for nuclear business development, investment processes, and research. Her efforts in solar business development laid the foundation for utility-scale solar PV generation in India and solar kit offerings in Sweden and Finland. As the Vice President, Chief Technology Officer of Fortum Corporation, Petra was recognized as CTO of the Year in Finland in 2012, reflecting her overall responsibility for research and development activities at Fortum.

Petra’s board memberships and professional affiliations are extensive, including her current role as Managing Director of Fortum Power and Heat Oy and her position as Co-chairperson of Teollisuuden Voima Oyj. Petra's contributions to the industry are further highlighted by her involvement in various research and development networks, her advocacy for nuclear safety, and her commitment to fostering innovation in energy technologies.