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Impact Innovation in Europe – A New Competitiveness leading the way

Organised by: Sweden Innovationx - Impact Innovation
Digitalt Wed 5 Nov 2025 at 12:00-13:00

Join us for a lunch seminar exploring how Europe can take the lead in the global race, with pioneering Swedish examples in the spotlight.

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Europe is challenged by a new geopolitical landscape that questions established frameworks for competitiveness and global stability. At the same time the urgency for a life within planetary boundaries is increasing.

High time to make room for impact innovation, combining technological leadership and a new concept of competitiveness – one of sustainability, resilience, and systemic excellence.

Listen in to dynamic panel talks on – how the EU can accelerate the development of a new, strengthened competitiveness, what opportunities lie ahead for Europe? What insights can we gain from the industries leading the green transition? And could Sweden possibly, together with Impact Innovation, lead the way?

Speakers

  • Sylvia Schwaag Serger, President of the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences
  • Ola Hansén, Public Affairs Director, Stegra
  • Jonas Nyvang, CEO & Co-Founder, Stilfold
  • Åsa Persson – Chair of the Swedish Climate Policy Council, Strategic Advisor & Researcher, KTH
  • Piret Tõnurist, Senior Programme Manager, OECD
  • Jenny Engström, Coordinator Impact Innovation Accelerator

Moderator: Beata Wickbom

 

Practical information

The seminar will be held online. You can participate via Youtube.

The seminar is arranged by Sweden Innovationx and is held in English.

About Impact Innovation

Impact Innovation is Sweden's major innovation initiative to tackle the challenges of our time and the future. With groundbreaking solutions, we show what is possible. On the way to a sustainable and competitive Sweden, attractive to live in for everyone.

Impact Innovation is supported by the Swedish Energy Agency, Formas and Vinnova. The initiative is based on Agenda 2030, the EU's mission and social policy objective.

Impact Innovation's website


What is Sweden Innovationx?

Sweden Innovationx is a platform that will connect the Swedish innovation system with the outside world. The goal is to strengthen international partnerships that promote sustainable growth and competitiveness through innovation. Sweden Innovationx is run by Vinnova and is part of Team Sweden.

Sweden Innovationx website (English)

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Last updated 5 November 2025