April Sotomayor’s Post

#Sweden is one of the world's leading countries when it comes to #innovation. But successful innovation requires #collaboration. The #SwedenInnovationDays provide an international digital platform to share best practices and knowledge and meet innovation partners from around the world. This event, which takes place from 20-21 March 2024, brings together innovation players from all over the world. This year, the focus is on supporting innovations that have a positive impact on society, the environment and the economy. Let's #PioneerThePossible! https://lnkd.in/eFYge8f3 Sweden Innovation Days with Regeringskansliet, Government Offices of Sweden, ministry of Enterprise and Innovation, Regeringskansliet, Utbildningsdepartementet, Regeringskansliet, Försvarsdepartementet, Benjamin Horton, Earth Observatory of Singapore, Asian School of the Environment, Nanyang Technological University Singapore, Erica Eneqvist, Stockholms stad, Lotta Henrysson, Vattenfall, Line Gordon, Stockholm Resilience Centre, Stockholm University, Darja Isaksson, Vinnova, Robert Andrén, Swedish Energy Agency, Johan L Kuylenstierna, Formas, a Swedish Research Council for Sustainable Development, The Swedish Energy Agency International and many more.

Ask yourself, are you really working on the great challenges of today? With this question the team of zero360 GmbH and UN Global Compact Netzwerk Deutschland initiated the first meet-up of the SDG Innovation Accelerator Program in Berlin this morning. After an insightful day of brainstorming, learning and networking with sustainability-interested professionals from different industries the Proske team around Janina G., Katarzyna Matuszczak and myself, has deep-dived into the topic sustainable development in the event industry and chosen a major challenge that we’ll tackle over the course of the program: The responsible production of event materials. From planning over production, life cycle extension and end-of-life management of event materials there are many areas where we see an immense environmental impact. Every event includes different event materials, produced by different suppliers and designed for single-use, aligned with the theme of the event, which often eliminates the chances for an extended life cycle. An impactful solution that can be applied to all our in-person events is required. Will we find a solution for this key challenge of the event industry and lead the way to waste-free events? The vision might seem big and even impossible to achieve, but we are excited to give it a try because we know that even small changes can make a great impact! 🚀🌱🌱 #sustainability #SDGs #ProskeProud

Speaking to MIPIM, Gregory Bolino, Head of Global Sustainability Strategy and Assets explains how the rising demand for sustainable buildings is making the business case for greenification even more attractive: "The economics are compelling. Whether it’s increased rentals, reducing operating costs, avoiding fines, or making buildings attractive to talent, there are numerous factors driving greenification." Check out the full piece in the link below, page 67. #sustainability #netzerocarbon https://co.jll/3T5pyMP

Heading to ISRI2024? Read Editor Slone Fox's show preview to get ready for all the networking, learning, and exploring you can experience at the event. ♻ https://lnkd.in/gpBN4hk8 #recycle #recycledmaterials #recyclingindustry #sustainable #circulareconomy

In this month #ImpactTuesday, we highlighted The WSA Global Congress. Global Congress is a dynamic platform showcasing 40 international winners, fostering dialogue on how ICTs drive positive change. Held in diverse locations like Chile, Portugal, and UAE, it gathers 400+ participants from 80 countries, prioritizing societal impact over economic gain. In an interview, WSA Executive Manager Nora Wolloch shares insights into WSA's origins, nomination process, and the objective of Congress in Chile. The recent Congress in Chile, held on April 14-17, focused on the theme "planet_hack_" to address climate change and explore innovative solutions. https://lnkd.in/gAqA6PGa

The sustainability trends for 2024 are reshaping the global business landscape. AC Studio positions itself at the forefront of this transformation, actively embracing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges. No longer mere observers, but active protagonists in this dynamic context. With the emergence of groundbreaking technologies such as Climate-Positive and artificial intelligence, AC Studio commits to staying ahead, driving innovation, and promoting sustainability. Moreover, by addressing the pressures for stricter regulations and meeting the increasing demand for transparency from stakeholders, AC Studio prepares for a pivotal year in corporate sustainability in 2024. #Sustainability #Innovation #ACStudio #EnvironmentalImpact

Day 1 at Battery Innovation Days!🔋🇪🇺🗞️‼️ Inspiring sessions highlighting the challenges ahead for the EU battery value chain. How can we tackle them and seize the opportunities? Only paving innovation forward 💡🔋

🚀Follow the Spark for Business page for Future State: The Radical Festival of Innovation updates. There’s an action-packed and informative agenda across a broad range of amazing topics! #FutureState #SparkBusinessLab

In a world of growing complexity and uncertainty teaming up with different external partners is key to deliver differentiated solutions at needed pace. Many thanks to our valuable R&D partners 👍

Great week at IFAT worldwide Munich last week, meeting up with friends and colleagues from around the world! Main takeaways are that UK, EU & Global markets are buoyant and while all are facing similar circular resources & decarbonisation challenges, one size does not fit all!! The targets may be similar, and whilst some approaches will be common, pathways and pace will differ, and through such variations we innovate, and refine. I reflect on work I did 20 years ago for European Commission that concluded that high level “BAT based” standards were important, but it was impossible to account for & dictate every detail, so ……flexibility is required so that local environmental (etc) conditions can be taken into account to deliver optimised solutions. #diversity #innovation #awareness