Tag: Sustainability
Wonder why the meeting took forever – you’re in good company!
“Have you ever had one of those days where you go from one unclear meeting to another?” questions a new study published by a-kassen and the trade union Krifa with the help of Epinion. The survey reveals that one sixth of Danish workers spend between 11 and 20 hours each month working on tasks or […]
Unique Copenhagen tour with a focus on immigrant life
Tired of repeated city trips? Would you like to spice things up a bit? Well, Migrant trip this Thursday, May 11, have received the complete package. It takes you on an unconventional city walk along the lively streets of Nørrebro, one of Copenhagen’s most dynamic districts. On the tour, you will meet local and non-Western […]
Copenhagen voted among the best European cities for green lifestyle
Get jobs in sustainabilityOne of the detractors that depressed Copenhagen on the list was its apparently low number of jobs in sustainability – only Tallinn fared worse in the top 15. The city was also praised for generating an average of 233,805 tonnes of waste annually, which is the fourth-lowest of the 40 cities analysed. […]
The weakening of the population’s ability to work threatens economic and social sustainability
Chronic diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, mental health problems, obesity, poor nutrition, lack of exercise, smoking and substance abuse all contribute to a decline in work and functional capacity. The report emphasizes that social and economic sustainability depends on people’s physical, psychological and social well-being, as well as their ability to work and find meaning […]
FM Ingrid Orman has been appointed curator responsible for EMMA’s exhibitions
EMMA’s head curator responsible for exhibitions is responsible for the development and management of the museum’s exhibition projects. The chief curator leads the Exhibition Working Group and is a member of the steering group. Ingrid Orman’s merits include her accurate vision of the future development of EMMA’s exhibitions, as well as proven experience in project […]
Retro arcade games are at the center of the University of Vaasa’s science fair, promoting education and future learning
from electronics and biomechanics to game design and even space exploration. The games offer participants the opportunity to experience, learn and imagine through an interactive and immersive game. In addition to their educational potential, these retro games have a unique social learning value. They act as social magnets, attracting people of all ages and backgrounds […]
Copenhagen rises to the top of the world’s most sustainable cities
Mayor wants moreThe Danish capital also scored well on emissions, as it has one of the lowest greenhouse gas emissions per capita with 0.9 percent and one of the most efficient road networks in Europe. Prices for public transport were also very high for Copenhagen, as 67 percent of all trips have been made by […]
Globalization, sustainability and war in Ukraine – How does the science of sustainable development explain past and future developments?
In order to bring the views of the science of sustainable development into discussion, HELSUS organizes a panel discussion with sustainable development experts in Think Corner (Yliopistonkatu 4, Helsinki) June 3 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The panel will take part in the sounds of sustainable science to understand the history of events, global […]
No Russian gas? New problem for Denmark
Green transition blessingThe EU gas market is expected to continue to function, and Denmark currently receives most of its gas via northern Germany. In addition, Denmark’s entry into sustainability and the green transition means that it is less receptive to being affected by the cessation of fossil fuels from Russia. When the reconstruction of the […]
The Ministry of Transport and Communications publishes its first responsibility report
The role of the Ministry of Transport and Communications includes, in particular, the promotion of a socially, economically and environmentally sustainable transport system and a functioning and comprehensive digital infrastructure. Measures to promote accessibility and road safety are also important. Reducing emissions from transport, especially road transport, has a key role to play in slowing […]
EU transport ministers coordinate the EU’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the transport sector
Ministers will discuss a coordinated EU response to Russia’s military attack on Ukraine in the transport sector. The aim of the meeting is to create a common EU-level picture of national measures taken or planned in the transport sector following the war in Ukraine and to find ways to strengthen EU coordination of these measures. […]
Khashayar Farmanbar (S): That is why Sweden continues to buy Russian oil
Guest: Khashayar Farmanbar, Minister of Energy and DigitizationComment: Björn Sandénprofessor of innovation and sustainability at ChalmersHost: Mikael KulleProducer: Maja LagercrantzTechnician: Susanne Martinsson
Democracies invest more in health care than dictatorships: ifo Institute
This effect is also visible after the change of government within the country. “As the government shifts from dictatorship to democracy, government health care spending will increase by about 15-20 percent. On the contrary, health care costs are falling significantly, ”says Dorn. The change in public health spending will become apparent shortly after the change […]
Copenhagen named the world’s most sustainable city
Online education platform GetSmarter has identified Copenhagen as the world’s most sustainable city in a new report on green living entitled ‘Sustainability: The Meaning, Changing Perceptions, and Expanding Agendas’. A sustainable city is defined as “one that is able to conserve the supply of natural resources while achieving economic, physical and social progress, while remaining […]
NCC sells Fredriksberg’s D-office project in Finland
The transaction will be implemented as a sale of the company, based on approximately EUR 770 million. the value of the krona property. The transfer of the project and the payment of the purchase price are expected to have a positive impact on earnings in the third quarter of 2022. “We have developed a unique […]
The Danish University is among the world’s most sustainable
The Finns’ top in the Nordics SDU, which was the only Danish representative on the 954 university rankings, was in 12th place last year. SDU works strategically with sustainability and next year launches a climate center that will lay a foundation to help climate-related decision-makers. Interestingly, neither Norway, Sweden nor Iceland had one university on […]
New meat options are being developed using 3D printing and cocoa butter
From animal welfare to environmental sustainability, there are many reasons why people choose to avoid eating animal meat. Many current meat options are based on plant-based proteins, mostly soy and wheat, which can easily mimic the structure and nutritional value of a real product. Although 3D printing has already been tested for meat alternatives, none […]
The Swedish Embassy celebrates the 14th edition of the Sweden-India Nobel Memorial Week
New Delhi [India]December 3 (ANI): The Swedish Embassy here celebrates the 14th edition of Sweden-India Nobel Memorial Week (SINMW) even though the actual week is from December 6-10, events under the Nobel Umbrella have started in November and will continue until 15 December. SINMW is an annual event organized by the Swedish Embassy, the Swedish […]
Healthier Diets Associated with Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Research
Food production is a major source of greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for about a third of global emissions. Previous research suggests that an environmentally sustainable diet is also often less processed, less energy-rich, and more nutritious. However, most of the work had been done using sustainability measurements for a wide range of foods instead of […]
Green funding has only a limited contribution to climate protection
“The reason is that there is virtually no causal link between the use of green financial instruments and the use of funds for green purposes in companies or the state budget,” says Marcel Thum, Director of Ifo Dresden. Thus, green finance may not have the positive qualities that investors want. However, private investors can actively […]
Finns are interested in the origin of clothing
“Customers want more information about the sustainable origins of clothing. We work hard in the K-Group to ensure the sustainability of our products, and we want to tell our customers more thoroughly about all the things we consider, ”says Matti Kalervo, Vice President, Corporate Responsibility, Kesko. Customers and NGOs are particularly interested in where and […]
The loss of biodiversity is endangering humanity
This Global Biodiversity Framework provides a strategic vision and global roadmap for the conservation, protection, restoration and sustainable management of biodiversity and ecosystems over the next decade. Slow Food requires a roadmap that includes ambitious goals and takes into account the role of the people who have protected their local nature since ancient times. The […]
A beef steak will soon be as luxurious as champagne, predicts the head of Danish Crown
Jais Valeur, CEO of Danish Crown, predicts that steak will soon become champagne and caviar as a luxury food due to the extra climate-related costs needed to bring it to market, he tells Berlingske. While Danish Crown claims that it has taken huge steps with its efforts to reduce the carbon footprint of its pork […]
Minister Harakka to the MaaS Summit and the ITS World Congress in Hamburg
The MaaS Summit, to be held for the seventh time, is a high-level discussion event organized by the Ministry of Transport and Communications and the MaaS Alliance. It brings together nearly 80 transport experts from around the world. In addition to Minister Haraka, the speakers at the event will be the Transport Commissioner Adina Vălean […]
Denmark is very far from protecting the wild nature
– The result is that there is nowhere we are close to having effectively protected against the most important natural threats, says senior researcher Rasmus Ejrnæs from the Department of Bioscience at Aarhus University. As an example, he points to the country’s five existing national parks. – We can not find any kind of extra […]
Driverless bus makes its debut on public roads at Slagelse Hospital
The country’s first driverless bus ran its first trip in Aalborg, but it was a fixed route on a path system. Movia’s CEO Dorthe Nøhr Pedersen says in a written comment that Movia will promote the development of driverless technology. – We work to develop public transport, both in terms of sustainability and innovation. Therefore, […]
DSB gets a handshake on French electric trains after a complaint about a tender
On Thursday, DSB signed a contract for a delivery of 100 new electric trains from the French train manufacturer Alstom. This is stated by DSB in a press release. Thus, 100 new Coradia Stream electric trains can come on Danish rails. DSB expects to purchase a total of 150 train sets as well as full […]
Oulu named 2026 the European Capital of Culture
The city of Oulu has been designated European Capital of Culture for 2026. "This is a huge opportunity for Oulu and the whole of Northern Finland," Oulu2026 project manager Piia Rantala-Korhonen said after the announcement. "I hope that Northern Finland is now clearly visible on the map of Europe." The European panel of art and […]
Pandemic a good soil for garden books
The interest in taking on the lottery or growing on the balcony has increased during the pandemic – and this is also noticeable in the bookcases. One branch of literature that is really growing is books on self-sufficiency and sustainability. Kulturnytt’s Nina Asarnoj has stuck her green fingers among the titles on the top list […]
ETLA demands that the Finnish government exceed the tax framework
ETLA argued on Monday that the decision was not justified because, in light of the epidemiological situation, it would have been possible to return to the framework as early as next year. Vaccinations should help the country achieve herd integrity as early as next fall, boosting projected brisk economic growth. Read more: Finland will exceed […]
Finnish employees plan to work longer and retire later, according to the study
More and more employees in Finland plan to postpone retirement, and more than half say they will work until the age of 65. research Finnish Pension Center (ETK). In 2018, the average planned retirement age was 64 years and 7 months, which is almost a two-year increase from the 62-year and 8-month averages of the […]
Finnish employees plan to work longer and retire later, according to the study
More and more employees in Finland plan to postpone retirement, and more than half say they will work until the age of 65. research Finnish Pension Center (ETK). In 2018, the average planned retirement age was 64 years and 7 months, which is almost a two-year increase from the 62-year and 8-month averages of the […]
Green growth can become part of the purpose of universities
– There is a great desire for the green transition to be considered in our educations as an integral part. This is an important discussion, and the government is ready to discuss it. – For example, whether sustainability must be clearly stated as part of the purpose clause, says the Minister. She will call for […]
Varma invested EUR 200 million in BlackRock’s sustainable investment fund
The BlackRock US Carbon Transition Readiness ETF invests in large and medium-sized companies in the United States that may better benefit from the transition to a low-carbon economy. The ETF’s benchmark is the Russell 1000 Index, which represents the top 1,000 companies ranked by market value in the United States. In addition to reducing carbon […]
Svefneyjar Islands sold – seaweed will be used for fabric production
As reported by Morgunblaðið, the Svefneyjar Islands in Breiðafjörður Bay in West Iceland were recently sold. The new owner is the Austrian Sacha Tueni, the fiancée of the entrepreneur Áslaug Magnúsdóttir. They live in and around San Francisco. Sacha worked, among others for Facebook, and Áslaug is the founder of the Katla brand – custom-made […]
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Cementa’s quarry at Filehajdar is not affected by a new ruling in the European Court of Justice, the company writes to the Supreme Land and Environmental Court. The ruling applies to the protection of endangered species in the event of an appealed deforestation, but can be interpreted as a protected apollo butterfly and black-spotted bluewing […]
Following reports of unrest from Xinjiang: Stora Enso stops exporting
The conflict between Western companies and China continues – now the Finnish and Swedish forest industry group Stora Enso plans to stop exporting cellulose to Xinjiang Province in China. The decision comes after reports of China’s treatment of Uighurs. The company itself tells Ekot that they are now withdrawing due to financial and sustainability reasons.
Ikea’s solar cells may be linked to Xinjiang
Ikea is investing in becoming the largest in the world in solar cells for private customers. But Ikea can not rule out that the raw material comes from the Xinjiang region in China, where reports warn of forced labor within a government work program. “We need to continue working to ensure traceability”, says Ikea’s sustainability […]
Swedish solar cells are linked to suspected forced labor
Vattenfall’s best-selling solar cells include panels by the manufacturer Jinko – a Chinese company that has participated in China’s work program in the Xinjiang region. “In principle, all solar panels have connections to Xinjiang in one way or another. This is a problem for the entire industry, and really for the whole of Europe,” says […]
Important message to the public in Björklinge, Skuttunge, Läby in Uppsala municipality, Uppsala county.
The service life may need to be extended further for Swedish nuclear reactors to meet the electricity needs for the next 30 years. Demand for biofuels is expected to increase, so the Swedish Energy Agency wants to prioritize where they are used to meet the sustainability goals. Sweden’s energy use can become more efficient, especially […]
Ikea’s wind farm clashes with the reindeer herding industry
Ikea’s wind farm in Härjedalen has made it more difficult for the reindeer herding industry, according to new research from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. At the same time, a review of Vetenskapsradion Klotet shows shortcomings in the data for how the park received its permit. In 2010, a wind power developer submits a […]
Requirement that car parts last longer
Vehicle manufacturers are now placing ever higher demands on parts of the vehicles to last longer and not break. It is becoming more common for vehicle manufacturers to rent out the cars or trucks to customers and therefore manufacturers do not make as much money on spare parts. “When the private individual owned the car, […]
Swedish fuel dealer OKQ8 recognized for sustainability
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On average, you throw away 74 kilos of food per year
17 percent of all food produced for humans is thrown away, either in homes, restaurants or shops, according to a new report from the UN Environment Program. An old rotten eggplant, milk that has passed best before date, the leftovers from dinner that go straight down into the trash. Maybe it is recognizable? 74 kilos […]
From Iceland – IT IS NOW! Krot and Krass renovation chat, their new studio and old meets-new
Published February 26, 2021 When the flicker of light appeared at the end of the pandemic tunnel, we sat down with the next generation of Icelandic artists to discuss the future. Conversations were free – some focused on the coming years, others reflected the understanding of the last few months, others still looked with wide […]
Fossil-free industry in the north a challenge for Sweden’s electricity system
The company H2 Green steel today presented plans for carbon dioxide-free electricity-consuming steel production in the municipality of Boden. LKAB, Hybrit and Northvolt have previously announced investments in fossil-free production, and Lina Håkansdotter, head of sustainability at the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, says that this means major challenges for the electricity system when consumption increases […]
Increased interest in social bonds
Kommuninvest, which lends money to municipalities and regions, now aims to issue a first social bond, which investors can then buy. During the first quarter, what is called a “loan for social sustainability” is launched for all Kommuninvest members. “We see that there is, among investors, a clear interest in promoting sustainability in various ways,” […]
Strong criticism of the European Commission’s new sustainability rules
The European Commission’s criteria for sustainable investment, the so-called taxonomy, are criticized for delaying the rules. Ten countries are threatening to block the taxonomy because the Commission excludes natural gas as sustainable. In total, the Commission has received over 46,600 reactions to various parts of the criteria, also from Sweden.
Ekonomiekot Extra
Host:Hanna Malmodin Producer:Anders Diamant Participants and voices in the program:Henrik Mitelman, independent analyst and columnist for Dagens industriKristian Åström, Ekot’s financial commentatorJohanna Kull, sustainability manager AvanzaLarry Fink, CEO of Blackrock Patric Lindqvist, manager of Handelsbanken’s fund Sustainable Energy Lars Magnusson, Professor of Economic History Uppsala UniversityPer Strömberg, Professor of Financial Economics Stockholm School of Economics […]
Hong Kong is investigating the possibility of prosecuting Danes
This applies to, among others, the parliamentary politicians Uffe Elbæk from Frie Grønne and the Conservatives’ Katarina Ammitzbøll. It writes Politiken. John Lee is a member of the Hong Kong Government and Minister of Security. He says in a written response that his ministry and the Ministry of Justice in Hong Kong are investigating whether […]
Fill your home with furniture made from recycled materials
More than ever before, we are dedicated to sustainability, the environment and climate change, and thus we have also moved more and more away from the use and discard culture. We have started to think that the food we eat must not harm the environment, and when we shop, many of us have our own […]
TOMORROW means something! Copenhagen supports the new sustainability festival
TOMORROW needs funds today Aside from City Hall’s contribution, the festival hopes to attract investment from foundations, the private sector, sponsors and through ticket sales. The introductory 2021 edition of the festival will focus on four main themes: food, clothing consumption, housing and city life.
Swedish properties not sustainable according to the EU’s new proposal
The EU has developed a list proposal to make it easier to identify and compare sustainable investments. But several Swedish industries, including parts of the real estate industry, do not appear to be on the list. In Sweden, energy class A is much more difficult to achieve than in many other countries, and if Swedish […]
Hydropower is not considered a sustainable energy source
Hydropower is not considered a sustainable energy source according to a proposal from the EU Commission which has presented a list of green investments. The list of sustainable investments is a consequence of the EU’s green investment. With environmental adaptations such as the construction of salmon ladders, hydropower can be added to the list, says […]
Green light for green investments
The EU has given the go-ahead for the European Investment Bank EIB to pay out the equivalent of SEK 10,000 billion for various types of green investments over the next ten years. It reports Reuters. The money will, for example, go to projects that promote biodiversity and sustainability and that are in line with the […]
The government will introduce two meatless days in public canteens
Earlier today, the government unveiled a new green strategy aimed at making public sector procurement more sustainable. Among the initiatives are the public sector use of greener vehicles, a minimum of 60 percent organic food and two meat-free days a week in public canteens. “For the first time in history, the government has launched a […]
Volvo: We meet the EU’s new car requirements
The car manufacturer Volvo Cars will reach the EU’s stricter emission requirements for new cars this year, says now European CEO Björn Annwall to Ekot. As a result, Volvo does not have to pay large fines, but can instead make money by meeting the requirement. – We are confident that we will meet the requirement […]
Nordea: Swedish economy dependent on the outcome of the election
The US presidential election is less than a month away. The outcome of the election can have major consequences for the Swedish economy and business. – If things go well in world trade, then things will go well for Sweden. If not, we have major challenges, and that means it is important how the US […]
This is how we can reduce the loss of biodiversity
To prevent the loss of biological diversity, the whole society must change, according to a report from the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency. The proposals are about communication, instruments and the role of the state. Sweden does not meet a single of the global goals set for 2020 to reduce the loss of biodiversity. In the […]
Binero Group AB enters into an agreement with VoerEir AB
New Delhi [India]October 7 (ANI / NewsVoir): Binero Group AB (publ) (“Binero”), a Swedish provider of cloud services and digital infrastructure, has entered into a cooperation agreement with VoerEir AB (“VoerEir”). The collaboration concerns the further development of Binero’s general cloud service Binero.Cloud. Binero signs cooperation agreement with VoerEir to accelerate the development of its […]
Soon we can see which new construction is climate-smartest
The construction industry accounts for as much as a fifth of Sweden’s climate emissions. In just over a year, the industry may therefore have to start reporting more openly how much emissions each newly built house has caused, reports Vetenskapsradion Klotet. – This is a sector that accounts for a large part of society’s climate […]
Sky Lagoon may open as early as spring
The construction of the Sky Lagoon geothermal pools, which are being built in Kársnes in Kópavogur, south of Reykjavík, is faster than expected, said Dagný Hrönn Pétursdóttir, CEO of Sky Lagoon, in an interview with Morgunblaðið. Sky Lagoon project The first phase of the project, estimated at ISK 4 billion (US $ 28 million; EUR […]
New ambassador to Berlin replaces repatriated Ahrenkiel
Denmark has appointed a new ambassador in Berlin, who will receive the title in place of the now repatriated Thomas Ahrenkiel. From 1 September, Susanne Hyldelund will take up the position for a four-year period, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs informs. Thomas Ahrenkiel, head of department at the Ministry of Defense, was appointed ambassador to […]
Egon Olsen’s prison has been sold: To be converted into a residential area
The disused Vridsløselille Prison in Albertslund, which is known from the “Olsen Gang”, has been sold and will be transformed into a new district with housing. The pension fund PKA, together with the construction company A. Enggaard, has bought the plot of 160,000 squares that houses the prison. This is stated by PKA in a […]