ZOE Institute for Future-fit Economies

 ⏱ Countdown to the European Commissioner #hearings...   Starting next week, the European Parliament will scrutinise the candidates for European Commissioners.   A lot hangs on these individuals and their remits - what they implement and how in the next 5 years will shape Europe for decades to come.   All Commissioners need to take a long-term perspective. We'll be following all the hearings to hear what the candidates have to say on actions and investments for #FutureGenerations.   We are especially curious about the new remit responsible for #IntergenerationalFairness and how Glenn Micallef intends to embed long-term thinking in the next European Commission. 

🌟 Celebrating the incredible community that makes our Hub a place of Impact and Innovation! 🌟 At #SustainableHub, our members are the heart and soul of everything we do. Each day, we’re inspired by their dedication, diverse expertise, and shared commitment to creating a more sustainable future. This video captures just a glimpse of the energy and passion they bring to our space. From tackling climate challenges to pioneering social initiatives, our members lead the way, and we’re proud to support them every step of the journey. Here’s to collaboration, growth, and many more achievements together! 🎉🌍✨ #CommunityImpact #SustainableFuture #Collaboration #Innovation #sustainablehub

This week our colleague Christiny Miller has been at the OECD - OCDE Global Forum in Milan from where she shares her insights on ‘Building Trust and #ReinforcingDemocracy’.    As we look beyond 2024—the largest election year in history—2025 marks a critical year for democratic governance. With many newly elected governments in place, the opportunities for institutional reforms are significant. Dialogue about how to address declining trust in public institutions and the rise of polarisation is essential to drive the reforms our democracies need.     In this blog Christiny emphasises the need for governments to manage trade-offs and highlights the significance of citizen’s participation in the decision-making process: “Participation exercises should not be mere performative box-ticking; they must lead to tangible impacts on policy.".    ✏️ Check out Christiny's new blog for her reflections from the OECD Forum and on how we can shift from box-ticking to impact 👉 https://lnkd.in/d4N7h-Zf . #Governance #OECD #Democracy

📢 We're Hiring: IT and Business Administrator. Based in #Cologne. 🌟 The role:  We are looking for someone with an affinity for IT and digital tools to support our international team.  This person will be a crucial member of our Operations and support us with hardware and software, helpdesk, and knowledge sharing. Ideally, candidates will have experience with the technical administration of Microsoft 365. Also good communication skills and enthusiasm for communicating IT topics in an easily understandable way, as well as familiarity with sustainability issues.   🔍 Who we are:  ZOE Institute is an independent think & do tank dedicated to policy-oriented research and advocacy for a future-fit economy. At the interface of politics, research, and civil society in the EU, we develop impulses for an economy that enables people to live well within planetary boundaries. 🔗 Apply now at: https://lnkd.in/dqHfnWJU   #TeamZOE #IT #InformationTechnology #ITjobs

Welcome to Prof. Dr. Achim Truger, our new Advisory Board member!   Achim Truger is Professor of Socioeconomics at the University of Duisburg-Essen and one of five members of the German Council of Economic Experts advising the government, also known as “Wirtschaftsweisen”. He focuses on government activity and public finances. We're honoured to have his expertise and perspectives on our Advisory Board!    Learn more about Achim Truger and all other members of our Advisory Board: https://lnkd.in/dyQRZMbw    #PoliticalEconomist #GreenTransition #GlobalGovernance  

Unlocking regional potential can be crucial to drive Europe’s long-term #competitiveness and industrial modernisation.   Fragmentation is one of the biggest challenges Europe faces in maintaining its competitive edge.    🔑 To succeed, Europe needs a unified approach—one that harnesses the strengths and potential of all its regions, preparing them to be fit for the future. Regions like South-East and North-East #Romania, Andalucía #Spain, Małopolskie #Poland, Dél-Alföld #Hungary and Sicilia #Italy to name a few...   This #EURegionsWeek is the ideal time🔔 to talk about how to unlock regional potential...   🔗Our four key reasons why a unified approach is essential 👉 https://lnkd.in/dscG4Pzp #IndustrialPolicy European Committee of the Regions

🚨 NEW WISE Horizons Global Report: This latest report deepens our understanding of the past and the future through a global historical analysis of sustainable and inclusive #Wellbeing, with deep-dives for #Africa, #China, the #EU and #US. Notably, it links wellbeing outcomes to six key drivers: economy, technology, globalisation, demography, nature, and institutions. Some key insights from the report: 📈While human wellbeing has improved globally, we face increasing conflicts, democratic decline and growing polarization that put wellbeing at #Risk. 🏛️The EU and other institutions need broader economic perspectives and modernised structures to safeguard inclusive and sustainable wellbeing. Strengthening institutional arrangements can bridge the gap between people and politics, driving more effective policymaking for continued social progress. Read the report for more recommendations on how our institutions can work towards implementing wellbeing for all 🌱 👇 . ----- A heartfelt thank you to all the collaborators Leiden University Paris School of Economics World Inequality Lab Tsinghua University and Centre of Applied Research!

With a new European Commissioner for Intergenerational Fairness, Europe can lead by example in placing #FutureGenerations at the heart of policymaking.   After the United Nations Summit of the Future #SofT, the call to action📢 for future generations is louder than ever. Europe’s new five-year cycle is the perfect moment to reimagine governance for the long-term, embracing a long-term mindset and adapting to the complexities of an uncertain world.   The best part? We don’t need to start from scratch. The EU can learn from models like Wales’ Well-being of Future Generations Act and others around the globe🌍.    Ahead of the Summit of the Future our Managing Director Elizabeth Dirth met other people working to embed a long-term perspective in decision-making at an event hosted by The Office of the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales   💬"For so many regions and countries, this is the beginning of a journey, this is a catalyst", she said.   #FutureGenerations #IntergenerationalFairness #SustainableGovernance #SummitoftheFuture Derek Walker Sophie Howe Inés Yábar Ledama Olekina Future of Climate Cooperation Kevin Eustatia - Palm Ishaan Shah

#FeelingProud ZOE Institute for Future-fit Economies is one of the research organisations named in Mario Draghi’s recent report on the Future of EU Competitiveness – a report set to shape EU industrial policy and economic policy for years to come. At the same time, when I look at the pages of acknowledgements, I wish there were more fresh voices like ours. It is very much a list of incumbents. I don’t see many champions of clean industry, nor regional representatives – which could help explain why the potential of currently left behind EU regions to contribute to competitiveness continues to be overlooked. Europe needs new solutions to the challenges we face. Listening to the same old actors is unlikely to lead to different answers. #draghi #competitiveness #industrialpolicy #neweconomics 

🌿 Yesterday we busted the myth 'Stability can only be guaranteed when the economy is growing', at the #NetworkNature Annual Event NetworkNature EU Rather, stability cannot be guaranteed when the economy overshoots #PlanetaryBoundaries 🌍 and doesn’t meet people’s basic needs. In the panel 'The value of nature: Economy for and with nature', our colleague Lydia Korinek put forward a new compass for 21st century economic policy 🧭. ‘There are risks with a system that relies on making the pie🍰 forever bigger and bigger,’ as Lydia pointed out. A new compass puts economic policymaking at the service of environmental and social goals – to deliver a minimum social foundation and a good life for all in a healthy environment. 💡Debunked! #Resilience and stability come from prioritising people and the planet.