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🌍 Day 6 of our sustainability delegation to Copenhagen: day trip to Malmo, Sweden. Today, we ventured across the Øresund Bridge to discover the sustainability initiatives of one of Sweden’s leading sustainability cities. From smart energy grids to innovative materials, our day was packed with inspiring visits and engaging conversations. We kicked off the day with a presentation from E.ON about smart energy grids. Through advanced grid technologies, automation, and digital solutions, EON optimizes energy efficiency, empowers consumers, and paves the way for a sustainable energy future.⚡️ Next, Varvsstaden welcomed us to explore their cutting-edge "Material Bank," a dynamic database showcasing the site's materials while highlighting the environmental benefits of recycling and reuse. In the quest for circular construction, Varvsstaden identified the treasure trove within existing buildings, paving the way for large-scale recycling initiatives. They shared insights into the meticulous process of inventorying, dismantling, and storing materials, ensuring every step towards sustainability is transparent and accessible. 🏛 Hearing from Lazar Rajovic about the city’s internal circular economy building initiatives was very inspiring. They have an impressive system to catalog reusable materials from buildings across their real estate portfolio and utilize an online marketplace and multiple warehouse to internally reuse and publicly sell materials. The results are sizable GHG reduction and cost savings versus purchasing virgin materials. Every major city should be doing this. 🏗 At Malmö Citadellsgymnasium, we glimpsed the future of sustainable education. This newly established school offers students the chance to shape a greener tomorrow while building traditions that stand the test of time. Brinks and other materials were reused in the construction. 🏫 Our visit to Form/Design Center was an incredibly experience. Form/Design Center is the leading platform for architecture, design, and crafts in southern Sweden. Designated by the government as a national node for designing living environments, sustainability is built into the core of much of their existing work. We received a wonderful presentation from the Director, Dorte Bo Bojesen, and a great tour of some of the current exhibits, including "Planetary Boundaries" from the Royal Danish Academy. If you're feeling FOMO, there's still time to apply for our next delegation to Munich this October. Apply today! 😀 https://lnkd.in/gtA6KpyZ 🌟 #Malmo #UrbanSustainability #Delegation #CircularEconomy

RETROFITTING - The Lombardsbrücke Project in Hamburg, Germany, is a shining example of sustainable innovation. By retrofitting the historic candelabras with Tritec Ambiance retrofit kits, we maintained the iconic and historic appearance of the city while significantly reducing operating costs and energy use. This project demonstrates how cities can honor their past while embracing a sustainable future. Innovation doesn’t have to disrupt tradition—it can enhance it. Find out more https://lnkd.in/dFhtYxr8

The first DeCo Round Table discussion took place today! The topic was sustainable design for business and it was introduced by Jussi Korhonen from Arctic Factory | Palvelumuotoilu. We discussed the challenges, cooperation and opportunities there are in sustainable business around Europe. We noticed that there are similar problems as well as opportunities for change everywhere. The most important takeaway: We are not alone in this. Cooperation, discussion and sharing can make all the difference. This is a good start.   DeCo – Design Collaboration for Sustainable Business – is an Interreg Europe project which aims at improving local, regional and national development policies in sustainable and circular design, production and manufacturing. This is achieved through the exchange of experience, innovative approaches and capacity building.   Lead Prtner: LAB University of Applied Sciences Project partners: Päijät-Hämeen liitto, Public Institution for the Development of the Međimurje County REDEA, Regional Development Fund of Central Macedonia, International Hellenic University, The Official Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Services and Navigation of Spain, Podkarpackie Centrum Innowacji, Moravian-Silesian Innovation Centre Ostrava, Wallonie Design, Design Forum Finland   #interregeurope #designcollaboration

Matters Group is growing and strengthening regarding circular economy in real estate

CTP adds 8.5 hectares to CTPark Warsaw West, further positioning the park to be a major industrial and logistics hub for CEE 📍🗺️ Bogi Gabrovic, CTP Poland's Director of Client Relations & Corporate Affairs explains: 💬 "CTPark Warsaw West is our largest investment in our Polish portfolio, and thanks to the acquisition of further land we will ultimately enlarge it to 279,000 sqm. The aim of the park expansion is to create a true business hub. This location has the potential to become a centre of cooperation and know-how exchange for companies from various sectors: 3PL, automotive, industry, trade or logistics. This will be fostered by the project to build the Central Communication Port, which is a transport hub for air, rail and road traffic." Why is this park ideally positioned to be an industrial and logistics hub for #CEE? 🤔 Warsaw has garnered some of Europe's strongest economic growth due to its favourable enviroment for business, including skilled employees, competitive operational costs, and investment-friendly policies. 📈 This park is lcoated on a national highway just 50 km from the Polish capital which further connects to Poznań (260 km) and Berlin (500 km). Furthermore, it is close to the Central Communication Port, a megaproject that integrates air, rail and road transport, about 40 km southwest of Warsaw. 🛣️ Best of all, we already have excellent momentum. Currently there is more than 110,000 sqm of logistics floorspace under construction and the international 3PL Raben has already signed for 114,000 sqm Learn more about the region in our CEE research report paper: https://lnkd.in/dhuu4znD Learn more about this park: https://lnkd.in/e99qgdQD Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/eJv_k8xD #GrowWithCTP #InvestInPoland #FutureOfIndustry #ByCTP

🏗️ 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗺: 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗯𝘆𝗴𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 Reflecting on an event at the Dutch Business Lounge in Stockholm this April. With 15 pioneering Dutch companies, we dove deep into the opportunities within Northern Europe’s bustling construction and real estate sectors. Nordbygg is the largest and most dynamic meeting place for the construction and real estate industry in Northern Europe. Alongside 15 Dutch companies and our collaborating partners, we organized an exciting program to explore business opportunities in the Nordics. Highlights from our participants: 🎯“This trade mission was not only an opportunity for Dutch companies to expand their network, but also a platform to gain invaluable insights into the Nordic market.” 🤝 “The proactive engagement of our participants and the collaborative spirit fostered throughout the event contributed significantly to the overall success.” 🚀 “Nordbygg was an amazing experience, in which the companies on the Dutch Pavilion got a clear insight on where they should look for an entry in the Swedish market and whom to contact.” On average, companies acquired eight leads from which they anticipate concrete follow-up. 87% of participants expect to sign a contract as a result of their participation. 🔍 Read the recap article: https://lnkd.in/easrpsUT This mission was a collaborative effort organized by the Dutch Embassies in the Nordics, InnovationQuarter, the Regional Business Development Team for the Baltics and Nordics, Amsterdam Trade & Innovate and the Netherlands Enterprise Agency , aiming to fortify our position in sustainable building technologies and energy systems. 📅 Stay connected: don’t miss out on what we have planned next in the Nordics. Watch the recap video and contact Anne de Vries for more information on upcoming activities. #SustainableConstruction #TradeMission #internationalbusiness Coders Co. | Fotolight | Hamwells | Janson Bridging BV | Leadax - Sustainable | Circular Waterproofing | Luxxor Sustainable Drain Systems B.V. | Madaster | Plugwise | Pluss Advanced Technologies B.V. | Pretty Plastic | Priva Lab for Innovation | RABLE | Realstats | Wezenberg Trading BV | Trade and Innovate NL

The magic of sustainability and circular economy: Bridge & Tunnel GmbH's Journey!   on May 15th, our recent visit to Bridge&Tunnel was an immensely enriching experience, offering invaluable insights and inspiration. With a team of 14 passionate individuals, Bridge & Tunnel GmbH is leading the charge in revolutionizing the textile industry. Specializing in upcycling and revival techniques, they're not just a business; they're on a mission to make a meaningful social and ecological impact.   Under the visionary leadership of Dr. Constanze Klotz, the company's founder and managing director, they're setting new standards for sustainability and social responsibility in the textile sector.   Our workshop delved into the core of sustainability and circular economy in the textile industry, exploring ways to promote these principles while addressing crucial social aspects as employers.   As a training center and proud partner of BMWK and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH in the project Partnering in Business in Germany, we're dedicated to fostering international collaboration and driving positive change. Partnering in Business in Germany is an instrument to promote foreign trade and investment by BMWK. #vietnam #germany #VietnameseGermanCollaboration #BusinessInnovation #B2B, #businesswoman, #decarbonization, #globalbusinessprocess, #greenbusiness, #greeneconomy, #greentech, #logistics, #marketing, #marketingstrategy, #network, #networking, , #SME, #supplychain, #sustainability, #sustainablefood, #womaninbusiness

While designing this project it was clear to me that to maintain #European manufacturing sovereignty and competitiveness, it is of #strategic importance that current and future #manufacturing processes urgently incorporate innovative and active resiliency capabilities as part of their green, circular and digital transformations. The framework of the #NewEuropeanBauhaus (#NEB) is ideal for doing so gathering the full potential of cultural heritage, arts, science and creative industries as decentralised drivers. Apply! #sustainable #beautiful #inclusive

The new HORTUS building on Main Campus of the Switzerland Innovation Park Basel Area won't open its doors until the summer, but has already signed its second major resident! 🎉 Swiss Aviation Software produces software that empowers its customers to hold down costs and increase efficiency in aviation maintenance, but still maintain the highest standards of reliability and safety. To find out more about HORTUS - which when completed will be the most sustainable office building in Switzerland - and perhaps become its next resident, check out the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/g4GB_Dnk #BaselArea #Sustainability #Innovation