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Innovation as a force for change – can we afford to think long-term?

Organised by: Impact Innovation
Klosterbrunnsgatan 5, Framtidens trädgård & digitalt Wed 24 Jun 2026 at 13:00-13:20

The major innovation initiatives are central to gathering all of Sweden's innovative power, strengthening society's capacity and abilities to cope with a competitive transition in the long term. But can we afford to be long-term in tough times, or will it cost us not to be?

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Innovation is the foundation of Sweden's development, for the future society and the competitiveness we want and need. Early results from the Impact Innovation innovation initiative shows how the five programs are now well on their way to both creating groundbreaking innovations and conditions for society to receive them.

At the seminar, program managers for Net Zero Industry, ShiftSweden, SustainGov, Swedish Metals and Minerals and Water Wise Societies discuss the strengths and weaknesses of this unique effort that leads the way and shows the way – how they work to enable an inclusive societal transformation and a sustainable and competitive Sverige? Hur are we building long-term sustainability here and now, and what will it cost? How can innovation make a difference as learning, a resource to be shared, scaled up and used by everyone? How do we build long-term sustainability here and now, and what will it cost?

Participating:

  • Magnus Arnell, Program Manager, Water Wise Societies
  • John Hultén, Program Manager, Shift Sweden
  • Mariell Juhlin, Program Manager, SustainGov
  • Maria Swartling, Program Manager, Metals and Minerals
  • Sofia Wieselfors, Program Manager, Net Zero Industry

Moderator: Jenny Engström, Vinnova

How do I participate?

Come to Framtidens trädgården, Klosterbrunnsgatan 5, Visby or follow the broadcast digitally.

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Last updated 18 June 2026