Review of Forum ö: Pioneering work for a regenerative economy
In our latest blog post, we take a look back at Forum ö, a key event in the field of sustainability and the circular economy. We share our insights and experiences from the conference, which offered not only inspiring keynotes but also interactive workshops.
A new dialog space for sustainability
Every year, Forum ö brings together up to 300 experts and decision-makers from the fields of sustainability and innovation from leading Swiss companies. This platform acts as a central hub for the exchange of innovative ideas and the development of practical solutions in the field of sustainability.
The diverse program encouraged a fruitful exchange and stimulated discussions about innovative paths towards a regenerative economy. In this article, we take a look back at our experiences and insights from this year's Forum ö.
Why is the Forum ö important?
At a time of increasing environmental crises and resource scarcity, Forum ö raises a crucial question: How can we transform sustainability beyond mere buzzwords into real, measurable action? The event emphasizes the urgency of going beyond conservation and actively contributing to the regeneration of ecosystems.
What has taken place?
Prof. Dr. Stephan Hankammer opened the forum with a powerful keynote speech that called for a break with old patterns and the exploration of new paths towards a regenerative economy. His message: regenerative companies must be part of their environment and create positive impact.
A rich program of interactive breakout sessions and other inspiring presentations took place throughout the day. In these sessions, the opportunities of the regenerative economy and their significance for the challenges of sustainability management were discussed intensively.
Prof. Dr. Katrin Muff concluded the event with her keynote speech on "Positive Impact Leadership", which shed new light on leadership thinking and the strategic direction of companies.
Breakout Sessions: Paving the way for the circular economy
In the breakout sessions, especially the one by Tom Koch from Rytec Circular on circular economy, practical approaches for circular business models were presented. These sessions offered the opportunity to learn from experts and discuss strategic steps for implementing the circular economy. Participants exchanged views on necessary building blocks and examples, with a focus on creative solutions and the integration of sustainable practices into business models. The Wordcloud with the key factors of the circular economy, which was jointly created, was also exciting.
Eartheffect: A commitment to the circular economy
As an organization passionately committed to sustainability and the circular economy in particular, Eartheffect recognizes Forum ö as an important enabler. Our participation in this forum not only confirmed the importance of our current projects in the circular economy, but also underlined the need to consistently align our business models and approaches with the principles of the circular economy.
These platforms not only allow us to gain valuable insights, but also to forge partnerships that are crucial to driving our vision forward and making a tangible positive impact.
Our takeaways
- Courage for transformation: Innovative solutions must be explored beyond traditional sustainability approaches.
- Collaboration is key: Collaboration is essential for complex solutions in the renewable economy.
- Sharing knowledge is essential: the exchange of knowledge and experience drives joint progress.
- Practical insights are essential: experience from the field, such as from Rytec Circular, is fundamental to our strategy development.
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