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Historians will likely look back on our current era (the early 21st century) as a time of significant change and challenges. Here are some potential topics they might focus on: The rise of information technology and the digital age The increasing interconnectedness of the global community Major geopolitical shifts, including the rise of new world powers The ongoing climate crisis and its effects Social and economic inequalities The specific narrative will depend on how we address these challenges. By considering the long-term impact of our actions today, we can help shape a more positive story for the future.

From Ideas to Impact: Innovation in Business for Climate Action and Beyond Here are some insights from the incredible event sparked by the CentreForCreativity inProfessionalPractice at Bayes Business School, as part of celebrating Creativity and Innovation on Earth Day. The Planet as a Stakeholder: Are our organization's indicators reducing environmental impact? And are we strengthening decision-making in our teams to achieve this? Redefining the Concept of Value: What are we measuring and understanding as value in our organisation? How diverse, collaborative, and sustainable is this definition? Be the Radical Change You Want to See in the World: In our organisations, how much time are we dedicating to exploring different futures? (and not just the short-term one). Spaces Framed by Crisis: How are we creating spaces for reflection on the future? How are we anticipating some of the possible crises that lie ahead? A New Type of Economy: How do we begin to measure what really matters? How much are we weighing our quality of life, well-being, and happiness? Interconnection with Other Organizations: How extensively are we collaborating with other organizations to address upcoming challenges? Are we developing joint solutions to positively impact our customers and ecosystem? Conscious Creativity: What if, instead of continuously producing more content (especially in the advertising industry), we focused on recycling and regenerating it? Can we begin to reconsider the 'novelty' of our products and services and their environmental impact?" If you notice, these are questions and not answers to an open conversation and reflection, which, as a person passionate about innovation and creativity, lead us to proactive and collaborative spaces. The phrase that I believe largely summarizes this journey is: Provoke for good! And regardless of the uncertainty and ambiguity we increasingly have to deal with, it is important to have guiding principles and clarity in the positive impact we must lead. Many thanks for the invitation by Sara Jones, panelists, and speakers. Bola Olabisi FRSA , Dr Scarlett E Brown, Ben Holt, Diana Squires, Sam Steele, MInnov, Prof Tony Wall ᴄᴍʙᴇ, Mary Ann Kernan, Mila Kayukala, Anke Plagnol and Seb Royce FRSA #Innovation #Climate #EarthDay #MICL

'Geopolitics: a fragmenting political order' is a key theme that will be explored at #CERAWeek 2025. With shifting global dynamics, businesses face new challenges in navigating the complex geopolitical landscape. Don’t miss the chance to engage with leaders and experts shaping the future of energy. Register now for CERAWeek 2025: https://okt.to/EqDObB

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In this engaging episode from our Navigating Abroad series, Kate Turner discusses her role in aligning digital technologies with environmental sustainability. Her work includes leading initiatives for the UK Government to integrate digital solutions that mitigate environmental impacts effectively. Kate's unique blend of military precision and academic research in AI ethics and climate change enriches her approach to sustainable practices in the digital realm. Watch the full episode here 👇 📹 https://bit.ly/49SUlTe #ClimateAction #DigitalSustainability #EnvironmentalStewardship #DigitalInnovation #EcoInnovation

As a leader for the UK Government, Kate spearheads initiatives that integrate digital solutions to effectively reduce our environmental impact. Watch the full episode of #NavigatingAbroad and learn more! #ClimateAction #DigitalSustainability #EnvironmentalStewardship #DigitalInnovation

Last week, we celebrated the 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗘 𝟱𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. During the event, we showcased a special video that encapsulates the evolution, current role, and future potential of European exchanges. The video highlights how European exchanges have been at the heart of economic growth and investment, empowering companies of all sizes, enabling private wealth creation, and tackling transformative challenges like climate change and digitalisation. We are pleased to share this video and the event's pictures with you all. 🧷 Watch it here to understand our journey: https://lnkd.in/eWfpdfix Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of this event. We look forward to many more years of collaboration and progress.

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗪𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀? 𝗗𝗼 𝗪𝗲 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀? After attending the United Nations Summit of the Future Action Days, I was left with key questions: Are we measuring what truly matters? Are we valuing the right outcomes? To face the challenges of tomorrow, we need to restructure our institutions and create agile, responsive systems that can adapt to our rapidly changing world. This begins with placing value in the right areas and ensuring we have the capacity to track our progress. One major step is redeveloping indicators that are informed by the voices of vulnerable communities—those most heavily impacted by the changing environment. Shockingly, 47% 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘎𝘰𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴, largely because not all voices were included in their development. Now more than ever, Social Return on Investment (SROI) and Impact Measurement and Management (IMM) are critical in reshaping how we address today’s challenges and in ensuring we are making real progress. By developing new indicators, restructuring institutions, and improving data collection, we can empower communities to collaborate globally in solving today’s challenges. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹?

Federico Cristoforoni and his team really impressed me with this latest report. 🌍 The 2024 State of Climate Tech! Over 130 pages of actionable insights. What’s Inside? 📊 Global Climate Tech Funding Trends: An in-depth analysis of 43K+ deals, 16K+ organizations, and private venture market trends, broken down by: • Regions 🌎 • Stages 🚀 • Funding instruments 💰 • Product categories 🌱 🗣 The Voice of the Ecosystem: Findings from 300+ survey responses from innovators, investors, corporations, and other key players shaping Climate Tech. This report is designed to empower Climate Tech innovators, investors, and ecosystem players with transparency and clarity. 💬 What’s your take? Which trends will define Climate Tech in 2025?

We have the power to build a sustainable future - but what is the quickest and most effective route? 💡 In a world where the climate crisis grows more urgent every day, innovative solutions and financial incentives are essential - not just to mitigate environmental damage, but to align global efforts. Our Founder and Managing Partner, Gregory Dewerpe, shared his thoughts with Crunchbase, exploring how tech that matters can bridge the gap between political rhetoric and tangible results, especially in the built world. Read the op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/gvJbVGni