The Society for Progressive research (Edistysmielisen tutkimuksen yhdistys ry) was established in 2006 to oversee the management of Think Tank e2. The director of the organisation is Dr Karina Jutila.

About Think tank e2:

• Is based on progressive values and liberal ideals
• Generates research-based knowledge for the needs of organisations, businesses, media and politicians
• Provides a forum for debate by bringing together experts from different disciplines for innovative social discussions
• Initiates dialogue on current issues and introduces new themes for open debate
• Contributes to the strengthening of think tank activities in Finland and improving contacts with think tanks in other countries

Think tank e2 focuses on two primary subjects:

• The future of democracy
• Environmental sustainability (including for example the bio economy in the Baltics sea)