Sweden-US Green Transition Initiative

Interested in Renewable Energy Innovations? 🌍⚡ Green Connections is the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce in San Diego’s annual Cleantech conference and flagship event, which aims to create sustainable relations between the Nordics and California. The virtual event 🌐 focuses on Renewable Energy Innovations and will take place on November 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. EST.  Green Connections invites visionaries, experts, motivators, practitioners, exhibitors, and decision-makers from different regions to share and exchange knowledge, ideas, and technologies. The event features keynote speaker Anna Lekvall, the Consul General of Sweden, at the Consulate General of Sweden in San Francisco, United States of America. Register here:  https://lnkd.in/ejw4BUZy   #Greentransition #Renewableenergy

🌍 Will the election mean a Shifting Landscape for Green Tech in the U.S.? The Inflation Reduction Act has unlocked $370 billion in incentives for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and electrification, creating unprecedented opportunities for green tech. However, recent developments suggest a slowdown as the industry awaits the outcome of the U.S. presidential election. Yet, regardless of the outcome, there will be opportunities on the state and city levels to drive the green transition. At the Sweden-US Green Transition Initiative, we see remarkable interest from Swedish companies ready to expand into the U.S. market, knowing the potential for impactful collaboration across borders. If you are interested in the US market, contact us at GTI or Business Sweden for support. 🔗 Read more about this in the article below. Linda Andrén, Executive Director, Sweden-US Green Transition Initiative, is interviewed about the election and potential paths forward for transatlantic green tech partnerships (in Swedish). #greentransition

Reflecting on the recent World Cities Day 🌎, this edition dives into pivotal gatherings and collaborations aimed at reimagining our urban landscapes. We revisit the 2024 Green Transition Summit in Washington, DC, highlight initiatives from Climate Week NYC, and explore Sweden-U.S. collaborations fostering climate-neutral and equitable cities. 🏙️ Discover insights from high-level panels, innovative projects, and forward-thinking discussions on urban transformation.

Sweden is a rather small country, but we punch above our weight! Sweden continues to have a strong impact on the US economy! 🇸🇪🇺🇸 Did you know that Sweden is the 10th largest, and the 6th fastest growing, foreign investor in the United States, creating more than a total of 379,000 jobs that are spread across the entire U.S., covering 3,135 locations and 95% of all congressional districts. Learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dkS_hu5c Photo Credit: Brightnest/imagebank.sweden.se #greentransition #pioneerthepossible

Curious to learn how the Nordics are developing sustainable and connected transport networks? ⚡ 🚎 Join a free virtual conference hosted by the Swedish Energy Agency, the Nordic Council of Ministers, and Trafikverket (the Swedish Transport Administration) to explore the latest developments in electrification across the Nordics. 📅 When: November 14, 2024 🌐 Where: Online – Open to all 🎟️ Registration: https://lnkd.in/d7gBbqwB The event will cover: - Nordic insights into electrified transport: Explore key strategies driving sustainable and connected mobility throughout the region. - Collaborative efforts across borders: Learn how cooperation between Nordic countries creates synergies, improving infrastructure and electrification initiatives. - Innovative solutions for sustainable mobility: Discover ongoing projects shaping the future of transport, building a seamless charging network across rural and border regions. #Electrification #NordicCollaboration #SustainableMobility #GreenTransition #EVCharging

World premiere! ⚡🚢 Starting today, Candela's Nova – the world’s first electric hydrofoil ferry in regular service – will connect Ekerö and Klara Mälarstrand in Stockholm. This pilot project, running until summer 2025, aims to cut travel time in half while offering a quiet, fast, and eco-friendly journey on Lake Mälaren. Region Stockholm is leading efforts to test Nova in regular service and evaluate its performance, helping shape the future of emission-free passenger ferries for sustainable waterway traffic. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/d83XJebZ #SustainableTransport #Innovation #GreenMobility #ElectricBoats #Stockholm

On the second day of the Green Transition Summit, smaller groups of experts convened for four focused roundtable discussions, sharing knowledge between Sweden and the US across diverse topics essential to building more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient cities. 🏙 Aggregated Purchasing for Climate-Neutral Cities: Hosted together with Viable Cities, this roundtable explored how collective purchasing can accelerate climate action through cross-sector collaboration and efficient resource allocation. City of Annapolis, MD, Cities Climate Finance Leadership Alliance (CCFLA), Global Environment Facility, Habitat for Humanity International, Viable Cities, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities 🏡 Balancing Building Emissions and Indoor Environmental Quality: Hosted together with Swegon Group, this discussion focused on scaling net-zero designs while balancing environmental goals with human well-being, despite cost-focused construction practices. Bright Power, Inc., Engenium Group, GHT, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, Swegon North America, International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), World Resources Institute 📶 6G and the Green Transition in Cities: Hosted together with Vinnova, the discussion highlighted the importance of early collaboration in aligning 6G development with sustainability goals and urban planning. City of Annapolis, MD, Embassy of Sweden in USA, Ericsson, National Academy of Sciences, National Science Foundation (NSF), U.S. Department of State, Viable Cities, Vinnova, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities 🛴 Designing Tomorrow – Sustainable Urban Transportation: Focused on mobility, micro-mobility challenges, and equity, emphasizing innovative planning and integrated funding solutions. Business Sweden, DC MOBILITY INNOVATION DISTRICT, Denver South, Friedman Associates, PowerCell Group, Redbrick LMD, U.S. Department of Transportation, Viable Cities, WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities #GreenTransition #SustainableCities #UrbanPlanning #InternationalCollaboration

🌍 A big thank you to everyone who joined us at the Green Transition Summit co-hosted by World Resources Institute and Embassy of Sweden in USA in Washington, D.C.! 🌱 With the theme "US-Sweden Collaboration for Green, Equitable, and Livable Cities," we gathered leaders, sustainability experts, and innovators to discuss our cities' future and their vital role in the green transition. It was an inspiring day packed with: ▪ New connections for future collaborations ▪ Insightful discussions on green-tech solutions and policy innovations ▪ Key takeaways on accelerating the transition to carbon-neutral cities Special thanks to our keynote speakers, Ani Dasgupta, World Resources Institute and Billy Grayson, Urban Land Institute, for sharing your vision on sustainable urban development. We are also grateful to Richard Jackson & Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) Government of the District of Columbia for sharing insights, and Brian Hanlon, Director District of Columbia Department of Buildings for giving concluding remarks. We also want to recognize all the dynamic panels and presenters who explored essential topics like: ▪ Electrified construction ▪ Decarbonizing the built environment ▪ Urban development for carbon neutrality ▪ Financing the green transition This event wouldn't have been possible without the support of our partners: Husqvarna Construction, Swegon Group, Viable Cities, Volvo Construction Equipment, urbs | Urban Systems and Redbrick. Thank you for your commitment to pioneering the possible. Together, let's #Pioneerthepossible Photo Cred: Leigh Green. #GreenTransition #Sustainability #UrbanDevelopment #GreenTech #USSwedenCollaboration

🌍 Building Decarbonization, Electrification, and Energy Efficiency Roundtable: Insights from San Francisco 🌱 Sweden-US Green Transition Initiative co-hosted an insightful roundtable discussion at the Center for Architecture + Design in San Francisco this past Monday. Together with the Consulate General of Sweden in San Francisco, Viable Cities, Vinnova, and the City and County of San Francisco, we brought together leaders from Sweden and California to explore impactful solutions for building decarbonization, electrification, and energy efficiency. Participants included representatives from the Climate Investment Funds, the Chairperson of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, a Visiting Professor from UC Berkeley, Business Sweden, and officials from the City of Oakland, San Francisco, and City of San José, along with the California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), and California CARB, California Air and Resource Board. Their collective insights and expertise made for a robust discussion. Some key takeaways from our roundtable: ◾ Equity in Transition: Ensuring our decarbonization and electrification efforts reach all communities, particularly those historically underserved. ◾ Innovative Solutions for Energy Efficiency: Cities are advancing in adopting heat pumps, retrofitting older buildings, and scaling energy-efficient technologies, though challenges with infrastructure and funding remain. ◾ Collaboration is Key: Partnerships between the public and private sectors, along with community engagement, are essential to driving progress in sustainability. After the discussion, we had the chance to connect further during some great networking and to explore the inspiring exhibition Woodlife Sweden – Architecture, design, and sustainable city-planning presented by Jessica Becker – Wallenberg Senior Fellow, which highlights the potential of sustainable wood construction. Seeing the shared commitment to creating a greener, more sustainable future was truly inspiring. We look forward to continuing these vital conversations and driving forward actionable solutions. A special thanks to all our partners and participants for their invaluable contributions. Together, we are laying the groundwork for a sustainable tomorrow! 💡🏙️ #Sustainability #GreenTransition #EnergyEfficiency #BuildingDecarbonization #Electrification #SustainableCities

🌊 Making Waves in Renewable Energy 🌬️☀️ Swedish company NoviOcean is turning heads with its innovative hybrid energy platform, combining wind, solar, and wave power in a single floating structure. Featured on Fox News, the solution sets out to provide energy output 24/7. 🏆 A Startup4Climate 2023 winner and Stena Line Propeller Prize recipient, NoviOcean is committed to reducing costs and carbon emissions across eight global sectors. With its compact size and powerful output, this game-changing platform is paving the way for a more sustainable future. 🌍💡 #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #Innovation #Renewables #NoviOcean #GreenFuture