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The #SolvayLibrary was on my list of places to visit in Brussels, a place of knowledge and history, where scientists from all over the world came together to share thoughts and ideas. The moment arrived today, in such a special timing, participating in a LinkedIn-organized event delving into the skills of the future. Quite a paradox, in this place full of history. Ryan Roslansky, CEO of LinkedIn, and key figures from the education industry and EU institutions came together for an insightful exchange. Here are my most highlighted outcomes: 📌Talent pools expand nearly 10x using a skills-first approach. 📌A skills-first approach is critical to creating equitable opportunities and career pathways for all talent. 📌The whole-of-economy green transformation that the moment demands will only take place if #greenskills proliferate throughout the global workforce. And here’s the question: How can government, business, and workers work together to accelerate the green transition through #skillsdevelopment? 🌱 A super inspiring debate that fuels our commitment to continually improve our #ESG initiatives at efficy. Thank you, Joséphine B. for extending the invitation to participate, along with efficy.

Across Europe cities are working to become climate neutral. This includes switching to renewable energy sources, reducing energy consumption, improving the energy efficiency of their building stock and the electrification of transport and mobility. Projects like +CityxChange help cities with this transition. Together with project partners and representatives from our other partner cities, I visited our partner city Võru in Estonia. Above all, it was a meeting between cities who want to learn from each other. The people from Võru shared with us their challenges, learnings, and solutions. Their actions are diverse. From establishing a city vision for 2050 to managing the renovation of their public buildings, stimulating private building owners to invest in their buildings, improving mobility, making Võru the most child-friendly city, and keep the city attractive for future generations. While the cities involved in the project differ in many ways, similarities are found in the challenges they face. Like how to fund these activities, how to engage and involve citizens in the transition, or how to get their city administration and politicians aligned and involved. This transition impacts many areas: The social domain, technology, business models, financial structures, organisational culture. Part of my job in the project is to explore how we can replicate solutions to other cities. One of the learnings is that we do not so much need to copy solutions or technologies but concepts, methodologies, and processes. The cities can use them to develop solutions tailored to their own context, needs and desires. Projects like this bring me to places I couldn’t imagine and have me value the diversity of countries and cultures within Europe. In Võru we got the pleasure of experiencing their traditional smoking sauna, listed in UNESCO’s ‘Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity’. I feel privileged being part of this research community and to meet all these wonderful smart, creative, and committed people from all different countries and organisations. A big thank you to Siim Meeliste & Tiina Hallimäe and their team for their hospitality and warm welcome. R2M Solution #LearningSession #carbonneutral #netzero #smartcities #EUGreenresearch

Interested in how #Technology can be a force for good? 💡   From Green Tech to Digitization and Digital Security -a brand new catalogue from Denmark's Tech Diplomacy spotlights how Danish public and private sectors are crafting innovative solutions that matter.   "Denmark recognises that this journey is not exclusive to our borders, and with this catalogue seeks to initiate a global conversation about advancing a responsible tech development rooted in concrete examples. As technology continues to advance, new opportunities and challenges will emerge." - Tech Ambassador Anne Marie Engtoft Meldgaard 📖 What's in the Catalogue? Highlighting Denmark's commitment to sustainability, inclusion and digital safety, the catalogue explores diverse examples from both public and private sectors from AI signature projects to sustainable technologies. ✅ Three core focus areas: 1. Green Tech: Leveraging technology for a more sustainable future. 2. A human-centric digital Transition: Enhancing accessibility and functionality in digital services. 3. Digital Security: Ensuring safety and privacy in an increasingly interconnected world. Read the full catalogue here: https://lnkd.in/dRT87epk #DigitalDenmark #Techplomacy

Sustainable Business 2024 goes live tomorrow from Stockholm! Emil Wanngren from Adven – The leading partner in the energy transition and Lovisa Curman from Sortera are taking the stage to discuss Closing the Gap Between Ambition and Action. Some of the topics they'll cover are securing profitability in the transition, building successful strategic partnerships to reach your sustainability goals and creating willingness to change. See the entire agenda and reserve your place at https://lnkd.in/dCBUVc-x if you haven't already. #BIGNordic #Events #Hybrid #HybridEvents #GreenBusiness #Greentech #CircularEconomy #Networking #Innovation #Scandinavia #TransformEvents #EventExcellence #BusinessPerformance #SustainableBusiness #Contentmarketing #Media #Conference #EmergingTech

🌟 ɪɴꜱɪɢʜᴛꜰᴜʟ ᴍᴇᴇᴛɪɴɢ ᴡɪᴛʜ Johan Hallberg, Board Member of 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 at EU Tech Chamber (EUTECH)! 🌍 Just had an inspiring discussion with Johan Hallberg, a visionary in real estate and architecture, who shared invaluable insights on shaping the future of Smart Cities. 🏙️ Here are some key takeaways from our engaging conversation: 🌆 We're steering the Smart Cities Alliance towards a people-centric approach, aligning with the principles of Society 5.0. 𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗽𝘂𝘁 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆. 📊 Johan's organisation Bridgit Technologies AB which develops process-oriented platforms, solutions and services for the smart city with a focus on the property management industry is truly inspiring. He highlighted the need to leave outdated systems behind and embrace efficiency. 𝗛𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻'𝘀 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀. ♻️ Urgent call for sustainable reporting! 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗘𝗨 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆. Let's lead the way in raising awareness and driving positive change for businesses and communities alike. 👩💼 ᴅɪᴠᴇʀꜱɪᴛʏ ᴍᴀᴛᴛᴇʀꜱ. ᴡᴇ'ʀᴇ ᴄᴏᴍᴍɪᴛᴛᴇᴅ ᴛᴏ ᴀ ᴍᴏʀᴇ ɪɴᴄʟᴜꜱɪᴠᴇ ʙᴏᴀʀᴅ, ᴡᴇʟᴄᴏᴍɪɴɢ ᴛʜᴇ ᴇxᴘᴇʀᴛɪꜱᴇ ᴏꜰ ᴡᴏᴍᴇɴ ʙᴏᴀʀᴅ ᴍᴇᴍʙᴇʀꜱ. ᴊᴏʜᴀɴ'ꜱ ʀᴇᴄᴏᴍᴍᴇɴᴅᴀᴛɪᴏɴꜱ ᴡɪʟʟ ʜᴇʟᴘ ᴜꜱ ʙᴜɪʟᴅ ᴀ ꜱᴛʀᴏɴɢᴇʀ ᴀɴᴅ ᴍᴏʀᴇ ᴅɪᴠᴇʀꜱᴇ ꜱᴍᴀʀᴛ ᴄɪᴛɪᴇꜱ ᴀʟʟɪᴀɴᴄᴇ. 🤝 Networking is key! We're excited to revamp our networking events and extend our reach. Together, we'll cultivate a thriving Smart Cities Alliance within the EU Tech Chamber (EUTECH), fostering innovation across Europe. Florian Frhr. von Tucher | Sierra von Tucher | 傅博 Sammi Fu Bo | Dr. Igor V. Gladkov | Marcus Wiemann | Nikola Maksimcuk | David Ostir | Gregory Engelbrecht | EU Tech Chamber (EUTECH) Stay tuned as we work together to shape the future of Smart Cities. 🚀 #smartcities #innovation #EUtech #sustainability #collaboration

🚀 Energised by London Tech Week! 🌐 London Tech Week was an incredible experience, filled with innovative ideas and inspiring conversations! 🌟 A highlight was my discussion with Pru Ashby from London & Partners, where we delved into making London’s transport sector greener and more efficient. These conversations reaffirm Eel Rides’ mission—not just to compete, but to innovate and enhance existing systems. 🚗🌿 I also had a fantastic chat with Maya Vertigans, who’s championing sustainability marketing. Her insights on effective communication are crucial for driving green initiatives. 🌍✨ Special shoutouts to Dennis John and Colin Felix, whose contributions to the tech community are invaluable! 💡 Question: 🤔 What’s the most valuable takeaway you’ve gained from an event like London Tech Week? Or, what upcoming event are you excited about? Share your experiences and plans in the comments! Let’s keep the momentum from London Tech Week going strong! Your insights and upcoming plans could inspire our community. #LondonTechWeek #GlobalInnovation #Sustainability #Innovation #EelRides #TechForGood

The #TIC3 conference in Bratislava provided me with plenty of food for thought, and it has taken me some time to piece everything together and put my thoughts into words. During our panel, which was skillfully moderated by Emília, the topic of #talentcrunch in the translation industry was brought to the table. It prompted us to consider what both the industry and academia can do to address this pressing issue. Believe it or not, we speakers hadn't been informed of the questions beforehand, so I found myself thinking out loud on that stage. Traditionally, we are taught not to respond to questions with more questions. Yet, that was all I had in that moment: ❓ Is the talent truly crunching, or is it a sign of our industry reshaping? Undeniably, keeping talent engaged and committed in our fast-paced, tech-heavy industry poses a significant challenge. 🔄But what if we shift our perspective for a moment? 🔄 Perhaps those who are leaving the industry are simply realizing that this dynamic, ever-evolving space might not be the right fit for them. What if they are only seeking a place where they would encounter fewer struggles? While it is undoubtedly disheartening to witness talented individuals departing, it is equally important to recognize that this is a natural outcome of market forces at play. 📈 Therefore, instead of solely focusing on talent retention strategies, let's also acknowledge that the reshaping of our industry is an inherent part of its evolution. Embracing this change can lead to a more sustainable and thriving community. 🗣️ I am eager to hear your thoughts on this perspective! Do you believe the talent crunch is a sign of reshaping, or do you believe there are other factors at play?

Closing the Loop in Eindhoven – what’s next? 🌟   We've just completed the second exciting stop on our neext European Talk roadmap, and what a highlight it was! Hosted by the visionary @Ahrend and @Signify teams in vibrant Eindhoven on the 3rd and 4th of June, our event was a true sign of innovation and collaboration. With the theme "Innovative Loops - Sustainable Foundations for Resilient Cities," our discussions ignited fresh ideas and passions as we explored how European cities are pioneering sustainability and resilience efforts. The diverse voices and expertise of our participants from different industries provided a fascinating range of insights, from groundbreaking technologies to visionary strategies, ensuring our collective journey towards a brighter and more sustainable future. Some takeaways: 🔑 Second-live objects are „as good as new“ 🔑 We are all part of the problem, but it is on us to become part of the solution 🔑 We need to build a common language across sectors As we look ahead to our next destination in Antwerp on the 24th and 25th of July 2024, we carry with us the momentum and motivation sparked by our time in Eindhoven. Together, let's forge ahead, fueled by synergy and creativity, as we strive to shape a more sustainable and resilient future for all. See you in Antwerp! #InnovativeLoops #SustainableFoundations #ResilientCities #CircularEconomy #ClimateChange #Collaboration

Mark your 2024 calendar! ✅ See you on September 17 + 18 for our annual Net Zero Conference hosted by Verdical Group 💚

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