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🌱 Sustainable Thursdays: Leading the Circular Economy in Alpine Industrial Parks 🌱 On our Sustainable Thursdays, this week we highlight the innovative ECOLE project (Eco Industrial Park Network for the Alpine Regions Leveraging Smart and Circular Economy), an initiative that pioneers the transformation of industrial parks into sustainable, resilient hubs across the Alpine region. 🌍 Co-funded by the EU through the Interreg Alpine Space programme, ECOLE brings together industries, public authorities, and universities to implement circular economy principles. Together with 11 partners from 5 countries, we are working to make industrial parks greener, more resource-efficient, and better prepared for climate and economic challenges. From energy efficiency to waste reduction, each ECOLE pilot project is designed to push the boundaries of sustainability in industry. For example, the COSELAG Industrial Park in Trieste is developing a cutting-edge platform to share energy demand and reduce waste. Meanwhile, in Weiz, Austria, the Innovation Centre W.E.I.Z. has implemented solar energy systems and innovative CO2 monitoring. As part of this initiative, TUMint has been instrumental in identifying short, medium, and long-term measures that industrial parks can implement to meet the requirements of the Eco-Industrial Park (EIP) framework. One of the most important measures we've identified is the establishment of a strong park management entity or governing body, which sets circular economy principles as a priority and ensures their implementation through industrial synergies, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building. Moreover, TUMint has developed a monitoring and evaluation tool to track progress on key performance indicators (KPIs) across park management, environmental, social, and economic dimensions. This tool empowers our partners to assess their current status and monitor their transition to becoming fully eco-industrial parks. 📊 ♻️ Want to learn more? Check out the ECOLE project and how it’s accelerating the circular economy in Alpine industrial parks here: https://lnkd.in/evb_eaVq 🌱 Join us every Thursday as we share more insights and innovations driving the transition to a sustainable future! #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #EcoIndustrialParks #SustainableThursdays #Innovation #GreenTech #TUMint #ECOLEProject

Hej allesammen! Let’s talk grønt! 🌱 Have you ever heard about “Genbrug”? 🧐 Besides its translation of “recycling”, in Denmark a Genbrug is a place where you bring stuff that you don’t need anymore and you can take in exchange other objects that you are looking for. You can find everything you might need, from clothes to furniture, and even electronics or bikes. 🌍 Such #recycling place is open to everyone and it can be easily found outside cities. There are also smaller Genbrugs inside the cities, but the variety of things you can bring or find is quite limited. ♻️ Does such place exist in your country? #sustainable #climateaction #green UN City Copenhagen Green Report

The summer vacation is over – but not the summer. Two Prodikt (CarbonZero) boys being back after vacation are looking back at the past summer activities and what interesting and inspiring activities that are in the pipeline.    So, what did you do during this summer and what do you look forward to the coming months?   Carsten Svensson >>   This summer we went to the Faroe Islands out in the North Atlantic and we spent a week hiking around and experienced a fantastic Nordic landscape and even really good weather. I can really recommend the Faroe Islands as a tourist destination. Somewhat off the beaten tracks.   The coming months I really look forward to some great events coming up where we will participate - like BIM World Copenhagen 2024 (September 18-19) and 3rd Annual ESG and Data Management Real Estate Forum in Stockholm (September 26-27).   Johan Wall >>   We mainly spent some great weeks with family and friends. We went to the fantastic Swedish west coast and the deep forests of the region Småland. I enjoyed an unhealthy amount of seafood and I still long for more!   I am indeed looking forward to providing service to our existing customers and we have some new ambitious project clients to onboard after the summer. We see an increasing demand for climate calculations of refurbishment projects and our methodology is becoming more and more popular by the day. Moreover, we have an exciting update of Prodikt coming soon (Next Generation) and its new features will be of great benefit for all our users – both old and new. #Summer2024 #Sustainability #Builings #Climatesmart #Property #Prodikt #CarbonZero #Climatecalculations

🌍 Happy Environment Day from Wanderleaf Technologies! 🌱 At Wanderleaf Technologies, we're committed to a sustainable future and the preservation of our planet. Today, on World Environment Day, we celebrate the beauty and wonder of our natural world and reaffirm our dedication to protecting it. Our team is continuously innovating to develop eco-friendly solutions that reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability. Here are a few ways we’re contributing: 🔋 Green Tech Initiatives: We prioritize the development of energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy solutions. 🌿 Sustainable Practices: Our operations are designed to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency. From our eco-friendly office spaces to our green supply chain, we strive to reduce our carbon footprint. 🤝 Community Engagement: We actively participate in and support environmental conservation projects and awareness campaigns. Collaboration with local communities and organizations helps us drive impactful change. Today, we invite you to take a moment to appreciate our planet and consider ways you can contribute to a greener future. Small actions, when multiplied by millions, can transform the world. Let’s work together to create a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment for future generations. 🌳 Know more https://www.wanderleaf.in/ #WorldEnvironmentDay #Sustainability #GreenTech #EcoFriendly #WanderleafTechnologies

🌍 Why Choose KiteHouse? Because Every Tree Matters! 🌍 Traditional construction methods consume vast amounts of wood, leading to deforestation and environmental harm. KiteHouse Modular House uses significantly less wood, opting for sustainable materials like polycarbonate. We are dedicated to preserving our forests and protecting our planet. Choose KiteHouse for your next home and join us in our commitment to sustainability and innovation. Together, we can build a better, greener world. check web kitehouse.be #ForestsMatter #SustainableMaterials #EcoFriendly #GreenConstruction #KiteHouse photo by AI

Having a strategy is important. Delivery against that strategy is the game changer. Our annual environmental report, where we demonstrate the action and progress against our stragies, and where we are honest about our challenges. My team have worked hard to produce a document that does just that, and that it is important and valuable to our stakeholders. Please provide feedback on anything else you would like to see contained in this annual report. Well done team 🌎

A recent study conducted by a German pharmaceutical company Deutsche Medz analysed 48 of Europe’s most visited and densely populated cities, evaluating their cleanliness based on several parameters. The criteria included air and drinking water quality, the percentage of green spaces, the quality of these #greenareas, and satisfaction with waste management. The cleanest cities in Europe, such as Helsinki, Stockholm, and Reykjavik, stand out for their clean air, excellent water quality, and abundance of green spaces. These characteristics not only improve physical health but also contribute to the mental well-being of their residents.   Air and drinking water quality were highlighted as key factors for public health. Cities with low air pollution and high-quality drinking water, like Reykjavik and Helsinki, reduce the risk of respiratory diseases and promote overall well-being.   #Greenspaces enhance the quality of life by encouraging recreation, physical activity, and stress reduction. Cities like #Leipzig and #Stockholm offer extensive #greenareas, significantly improving the quality of life for their inhabitants. #Valencia ranks 6th among the cleanest cities in Europe, with a notable score for the quality of its green spaces (88.1 out of 100), a green space percentage of 41%, and high satisfaction with waste management (81.4 out of 100).   #Madrid is ranked 15th, excelling in drinking water quality (91 out of 100) and receiving a good score for waste management (73.6 out of 100), alongside offering 27% of its area as green spaces. At Terapia Urbana - Living Walls & Urban Greening Systems, we believe that integrating nature into urban environments is key to fostering cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable cities. With innovative solutions like our patented living walls and green infrastructure systems, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life in the cities. The full study here 👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 https://lnkd.in/dziDi8eF Project: Jaguar Land Rover, ❣Munich Partner: Scotscape Urban Greening

🌎 World Environment Day 🌿 Today, we celebrate our planet and reaffirm our commitment to protecting it for future generations. This year's theme is #BeatPlasticPollution, a crucial reminder of the impact our actions have on the environment. Denmark stands as a shining example of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Here's how Denmark leads the way in environmental protection: ♻️ Renewable Energy: Denmark is a global leader in wind energy, with nearly 50% of its electricity coming from wind power. The country aims to be entirely fossil fuel-free by 2050. 🚴 Cycling Culture: With more bicycles than cars in cities like Copenhagen, Denmark promotes a healthy and eco-friendly mode of transportation. This reduces carbon emissions and promotes a sustainable urban lifestyle. 🌳 Green Architecture: Danish cities are known for their green roofs, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable urban planning, creating a healthier and more resilient environment. 🌍 Waste Management: Denmark has an advanced waste management system, focusing on recycling and waste-to-energy processes. This minimizes landfill usage and turns waste into valuable resources. 🌱 Biodiversity: The Danish government supports numerous initiatives to protect natural habitats and biodiversity, ensuring the preservation of wildlife and ecosystems. #WorldEnvironmentDay #Sustainability #Denmark #GreenFuture #EnvironmentalProtection #RenewableEnergy #EcoFriendly #Scandinavia

🌍 We're committed to doing everything we can to make continual improvements in our environmental performance, as we head for #netzero together.   🍃 Our Annual Environmental Report, which we've just published, gives you a detailed, transparent account of our progress.    🤝 We're proud to have met our ambitious carbon targets, and we're leading the way on nature and habitat restoration.   👷♀️ All across SSEN, you can see how respect for the environment, and our commitment to sustainability, is becoming fully embedded in everything we do.    🔎 You can read our full report below. #sustainability #environment

Earthonomics Fridays: Running from the T-Rex of Sustainability 🔥 You have entered the energy and decarb park full of promise and paid your entry fee expecting something groundbreaking. But instead of finding unique solutions, you are surrounded by the same ideas repackaged and suddenly you are faced with the T-Rex - a symbol of the overwhelming pressure and complexity of the sustainability market. Instead of focusing on your solution, you are desperately trying to escape the chaos. Every step feels more like survival than progress. The regulations, the conflicting products and the sheer confusion in the market are getting more and more dense. The harder you try to keep up, the more difficult it becomes to navigate this maze of regulatory requirements, financial pressures and market saturation. If you are not careful, this monstrous complexity will eat you alive. We are all running from the T-Rex. Companies, industries and even governments are frantically trying to keep up with the increasing demands of decarbonization while drowning in a sea of red tape and convoluted proposals. What was once an exciting journey to a sustainable future has become a race for survival with much at stake. However, as long as we focus on avoiding the T-Rex of complexity, real progress remains out of reach. So how can we escape the monster? Next Friday, we will look at strategies to cut through the noise and reclaim sustainability. Until then, stay alert and keep walking - but do not forget why you're in this park in the first place. 📢 So how do you get out of the Park - alive? What method or best practice can you share? #EarthonomicsFridays #Sustainability #JurassicParkOfBusiness #NavigatingComplexity #InnovationOrRepetition #SustainabilityChallenges