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This excellent Q&A feature in Nature Chem Eng focuses on performing sustainability research at NREL and features two RASEI Fellows (Birdie Carpenter and Kat Knauer). Exploring their motivations, research objectives and advice for those interested in entering the area, this is a fascinating read: https://buff.ly/3Pnimue

Interested in learning what is at stake regarding the future of critical raw materials? ♻ Join us on the French Norwegian Day 2023 “towards a circular economy” !   Global consumption of strategic materials such metals and minerals is expected to double in the next forty years, while annual waste generation is projected to increase by 70% by 2050. A recent study estimates that applying circular economy principles across the EU economy has the potential to increase EU GDP by an additional 0.5% by 2030 creating around 700 000 new jobs.   On March 6, 2023, the European Commission adopted the proposed Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), an ambition also shared by the Norwegian government. This is a field of great interest to Norway, as a major producer and exporter of critical raw materials (graphite, titanium minerals, metals such as aluminium, silicon, …) and user of copper, lithium…   👉 Join us on October 12 in Oslo to listen and meet high level French and Norwegian experts: ◽ Alexander F. Christiansen | CEO of CircularNorway ◽ Stéphane Bourg | Director of OFREMI - Observatoire français des ressources minérales pour les filières industrielles -BRGM ◽ Vincent Dessale | COO of Nexans ◽ Pierre Brossollet | Founder and President of Lithium de France ◽ Stephane BASSENE | Vice president, Strategic Materials of TotalEnergies ◽ Bjørn Arild Thon | CEO RENAS AS   ♻ Program and registration: https://lnkd.in/eU4EDs3r 📍BI Norwegian Business School - Nydalsveien 37, 0484 Oslo 📅 Thursday 12th of October 2023 #rawmaterial #sustainability #resourcescarcity #CCFNcirculareconomy Ludovic Caubet - Eli Wærum Rognerud - Sigrun Daireaux - Elna Rosin - Claudine Smith - Henri de Berranger - Ellen Heggelund - Benoit Courtes

Hot on the heels of the paper outlining *Diverse values of nature for sustainability* linked to the key findings of the IPBES Values Assessment comes this great paper I was involved in led by Zuzana Harmáčková which digs into the role of values in future scenarios Centre for Sustainability Transitions Climate and Development Knowledge Network

⏳ With just two weeks to go for the Raw Materials Summit, here's a peek into some of the most highly anticipated sessions this year: 1️⃣ Critical Raw Materials Act – Policy Meets Industry Dive into the EU CRMA with policymakers, EU Parliament and EU Commission members, and industry leaders. This panel, organized under the EU Belgian Presidency, focuses on what it takes to implement strategic investments and reach Net Zero targets. Featuring:  🔹 Anna Michelle Asimakopoulou, Member of the European Parliament 🔹 Bernd Schäfer, EIT RawMaterials 🔹 Jan Moström, LKAB 🔹 Koen DOENS, DG International Partnerships INTPA, European Commission 🔹 Sinead Kaufman, Rio Tinto 2️⃣ Looking Beyond the EU's Existing Strategic Ties Discover fresh global partnerships in "Looking Beyond the EU's Existing Strategic Ties." Learn how diversification reduces supply risks and strengthens industry resilience. Explore new opportunities with experts from Canada, Turkey, and Africa with:  🔹 David Anderson, Saskatchewan Germany Office, Embassy of Canada to Germany  🔹 Han Ilhan, ALDRIDGE Mineral Madencilik A.S. 🔹 Joaquim Nunes de Almeida, DG Grow, European Commission 🔹 Jonathan D. Cordero, Eurasian Resources Group 🔹 Dr Kitila Mkumbo, Minister of Investment, Government of Tanzania  🔹 Tetiana Dzhumurat, EBRD 3️⃣ A Review of Recycling Strategies to Achieve the CRMA’s 15% Minimum Target: Recycling plays a crucial role in meeting the CRMA's ambitious goals. This session explores innovative recycling processes, traceability, and design for recyclability. Gain insights from leading industry experts on how to hit the 15% recycling target. Join us to hear from:  🔹 Frédéric Carencotte, CARESTER 🔹 Jan-Philipp Mai, JPM Silicon 🔹 Linn Andersson, Boliden 🔹 Ulf Arnesson, Stena Recycling AB Register now for the Raw Materials Summit to hear from some of the biggest names in the industry. Visit: https://eitrmsummit.com/ #RMSummit2024 #CRMA #InternationalPartnerships #Recycling #RawMaterials #Industry #Networking #Innovations #Economies

Delighted to share our recent paper co-authored with Shyama Ramani and George Papachristos! This study delves into diverse approaches, frameworks, and methodological tools in transition research, providing actionable insights to operationalize and guide policies for sustainable changes at a systems level.   Navigating the challenges and complexities of transition processes, we bridge the theory-policy gap through a three-phased framework:   ·       Baseline Assessment: Identify sustainability challenges, unravel drivers and barriers to change.  ·       Targets Visioning and Pathways Design: Create a vision for the socio-technical system state and design pathways to realise change.  ·       Implementation and Evaluation: Execute policy interventions and assess their direct and indirect impact on the system and beyond.   We're particularly excited to welcome empirical applications of this framework and case studies aimed at propelling impactful change in socio-technical systems, contributing to real-world solutions! You can read the open-access article here: https://lnkd.in/duBeVmHc

🌍🌱🌞 Is our future sustainable? 🤔 In a time marked by unprecedented environmental challenges and growing demand for materials, this panel brings speakers from diverse backgrounds to discuss innovative strategies, emerging technologies, and evolving policies shaping the path toward a sustainable future. 🌿🌎🌱

Are you looking for sector-specific guides to help your business transform its operations and value chains to contribute to halting and reversing #NatureLoss by 2030? 🐝 Developed by Business for Nature, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development & World Economic Forum these 12 sector actions are a guide to transform practices and help businesses contribute to a #NaturePositive future. 🌴 Read the guidance on how to: 🌱Assess and prioritize impacts and dependencies on nature 🌱Commit to setting transparent science-based targets 🌱Transform operations to reduce negative impacts and disclose nature-related information. Visit the website: 👉 https://bit.ly/3P5IWHw #nature #science #supplychain

As our customers look for innovative solutions to today's and tomorrow's most pressing sustainability problems, we at Ahlstrom are in the sweet spot to solve some of these problems with our natural fiber-based specialty materials and science. But the truth is, no single company can solve these challenges alone. I believe in the power of cooperation and co-innovation, and that by working together with our partners across the value chain, we can develop truly sustainable material solutions that meet the needs of people and the planet.     I'm excited to share that we've recently released a new white paper that delves into the best ways to drive sustainable co-innovation and how to overcome common barriers. What makes me especially proud is that this white paper is the result of research done by one of our employees who is finishing up her graduate studies – well done Tessa Kauppinen.     If you're curious to learn more about sustainable co-innovation and the positive impact we can achieve together, I encourage you to give the white paper a read. Together, we can create a brighter and more sustainable future for everyone. Let’s make a difference together.  #WePurifyandProtect #Ahlstrom #Sustainability #Coinnovation https://lnkd.in/egK7_PHX

We are excited to share Our latest publication in the prestigious "Energy Strategy Reviews" journal (Q1 ranked). This bibliometric study examines carbon transparency within global supply chains and explores the mediating roles of institutional and innovative capacities. Some key highlights: 💡 Unveils 3 developmental phases from 2001-2023 on sustainable manufacturing, eco-design, carbon transparency, and sustainability innovations. 🌐 Highlights growing interest in innovations, especially in developing countries, for sustainable development across economic and environmental dimensions. 🌳 Provides insights into developing countries' commitment to carbon transparency and sustainability, drawing examples from Brazil and Malaysia. 🔑 Key drivers include heightened climate change awareness, focus on SDGs & green economies, and increasing supply chain complexity. I'm grateful to my co-authors Dr Helen Onyeaka, FIFST, FHEA Dr. Phemelo Tamasiga Dr. Malebogo Bakwena for their invaluable contributions. This interdisciplinary work has important implications for policymakers, businesses, and researchers in sustainability and supply chain management. #Sustainable #SupplyChains #CarbonTransparency #GreenInnovation

Understanding and measuring footprints is key for countries striving to meet sustainable consumption targets. 📊 Trase - Intelligence for sustainable trade recently released an enhanced Global Environment Impacts of Consumption (GEIC) indicator to address the need for a comprehensive, trade-informed measure of progress. SEI’s Chris West and Simon Croft at the University of York have contributed to the development of the GEIC indicator. This launch is a collaboration between Trase, SEI York, JNCC, Defra Public Appointments and GCRF Trade, Development and the Environment Hub (TRADE Hub). 📖 Learn more: https://buff.ly/3Nbl1GD #GEIC #consumption #sustainability