Issue No.037
TL;DR // This edition is all about an European think tank, a social media for innovation, a carbon footprint platform for supply chains, an innovative learning platform and a next-gen water company
Hej, this is Sustainovation Tidbits.
As people remember from my previous newsletter Timo's Trend Thursday, this format is known for sharing bite-sized trend insights that pack a punch without going into epic detail. With over 950 trends and innovations featured across 190 episodes of Timo's Trend Thursday it’s time to kick off something new. But somehow similar.
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01. 21st Europe
21st Europe is a think tank that collaborates with Europe's leading intellectuals to create blueprints aimed at fostering discussions and inspiring optimism for the continent's future.
What’s differentiating?
21st Europe is a think tank that collaborates with leading intellectuals to develop blueprints for a more sustainable, integrated, and forward-thinking Europe. They tackle key challenges such as economic stagnation, societal polarization, and political inefficacy, which hinder long-term progress. By focusing on interconnected solutions in mobility, collective well-being, environmental sustainability, and economic innovation, they aim to inspire optimism and drive meaningful change. Their work aligns with SDG 17 by fostering strategic partnerships and promoting inclusive, long-term solutions for Europe's future.
21st Europe
02. INSPIRED
INSPIRED is a social media platform dedicated to innovation, providing innovators with global visibility to connect with investors, collaborators, and supporters.
What’s differentiating?
The platform addresses the challenge of connecting innovators with the necessary resources and networks to bring their ideas to fruition. INSPIRED facilitates collaborations that can lead to real-world solutions by offering a space where groundbreaking ideas are showcased. This approach aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 9, which emphasizes building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and fostering innovation. INSPIRED empowers users by providing tools to discover leading innovations, search for specific content, communicate privately with other users, and showcase projects to gain visibility and recognition.
03. Gravity Climate
Gravity Climate is a software platform designed to help industrial businesses and their supply chain partners manage their carbon footprint while driving cost-effective decarbonization and long-term profitability.
What’s differentiating?
The platform addresses the challenge of measuring and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in complex industrial operations, which are responsible for over 40% of global emissions. By automating data collection and reporting, Gravity Climate enables companies to identify emission hotspots and implement energy efficiency projects, leading to both cost savings and reduced environmental impact. This approach aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 9, which emphasizes building resilient infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and fostering innovation.
04. Jotit
Jotit is an innovative learning platform that integrates traditional handwriting with digital tools to create a student-centric educational environment. It offers features such as intuitive handwriting capabilities, distraction-free learning spaces, and seamless integration with leading learning management systems, aiming to simplify classroom management and enhance the learning experience.
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What’s differentiating?
The platform addresses the global challenge of providing quality education, which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. By blending traditional and digital learning methods, Jotit enhances creativity and knowledge retention through intuitive handwriting, emulating the paper experience in a digital space. This approach not only preserves the benefits of traditional note-taking but also leverages digital tools to improve accessibility and engagement. Furthermore, Jotit's seamless integration with existing learning management systems ensures that educators can efficiently manage and distribute learning materials, fostering a more organized and effective teaching environment.
05. VVater
VVater is a next-generation water technology company dedicated to solving the global water crisis by providing clean water for all humankind. They develop advanced water treatment and reuse solutions across various sectors, including municipal drinking water, industrial processes, and aquatics.
What’s differentiating?
The company addresses the critical issue of water scarcity, which affects over 40% of the global population. This challenge aligns with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 6, aiming to ensure the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. VVater's innovative approach utilizes advanced purification technology that operates without chemicals, biological agents, membranes, or filters, resulting in energy-efficient and sustainable water treatment solutions. Their Water-as-a-Service (WaaS) model further enhances accessibility by offering flexible, cost-effective options for diverse industries. By implementing these cutting-edge technologies and business models, VVater contributes significantly to global efforts in combating water scarcity and promoting sustainable water management practices.
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