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| Posted September 25, 2024

Circular Economy: The Social Side of the Story

When you think about the Circular Economy, what comes to your mind first? Chances are, it is aspects such as recycling, reusing and repairing or maybe products that are designed to last longer. Oftentimes, it is overlooked how central human behaviour is to Circular Economy. We need those who design, produce, and most of all, […]

| Posted September 24, 2024

The Hort2theFuture Project Has Launched: Toward Peat Free Horticulture in Europe

Traditionally, peat has been used in gardening for mulching and soil improvement. However, since peat is a carbon sink, once dug up, it releases substantial amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. This is why numerous initiatives are looking into ways to break free from peat dependence and opt for more sustainable practices. In our […]

| Posted September 24, 2024

The CacauiCultura Project Has Launched: Boosting Sustainable Cacao Production in Brazil

Rondônia, a lush state located in west-central Brazil, has emerged as a key player in country’s cacao industry with a thriving production spread across small family farms in nearly 50 municipalities. Towns like Jaru, Ouro Preto, and Vale do Anari are at the heart of this effort, sending their rich cacao beans to fuel Brazil’s […]

| Posted September 24, 2024

Toward a Sustainable Food System: The CSCP Joins EIT Food as a Delivery Partner

The CSCP has launched a new partnership with EIT Food, a leading European initiative driving innovation in the food sector. This collaboration underscores our commitment to fostering sustainability in the food sector. As a community that brings people and places together to forge inclusive systems innovation, EIT Food offers a new opportunity to increasing our […]

| Posted September 24, 2024

“It Is Essential to Invest in Promoting Inclusive & Sustainable Thinking”

Britta Holzberg is an experienced leader in social transformations across Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. At CSCP, she is dedicated to driving inclusive sustainability initiatives by leveraging her expertise in stakeholder engagement and passion for creating sustainable solutions that benefit both people and the planet. You have years of experience in supporting sustainable […]

| Posted September 24, 2024

Revolutionising ESG Training: How AI is Shaping the Future of Sustainable Workforces

As sustainability becomes a critical priority, how can organisations efficiently train their workforce in essential environmental, social, and governance (ESG) skills? Through T-Systems’ X-Creation process, we are leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to revolutionise ESG training – making it more personalised, scalable, and effective. Learn how we’re driving this transformation with innovative, AI-powered solutions! T-Systems recently […]

| Posted September 23, 2024

The LIKE-A-PRO Publication Series Sheds Light on How to Run Successful Living Labs

As alternatives to animal-based proteins, innovative protein sources can help alleviate health and environmental challenges in the food system. Our LIKE-A-PRO project has established living labs in 11 European countries to engage with consumers and explore barriers and opportunities related to the uptake of alternative proteins. In a new publication series, the CSCP together with […]

| Posted September 23, 2024

Kick-off Meeting in Wuppertal Sets the Stage for CO₂ Performance Ladder Launch in Germany

When it comes to halting and mitigating the impacts of climate change, sustainable procurement practices can be a powerful lever in driving positive change. The CO2 Performance Ladder is an effective tool that drives decarbonisation and innovation in organisations by serving both as a procurement instrument as well as a management system. Developed by the […]

| Posted September 20, 2024

Enhancing Energy Security in Southern Africa: Check Out Our SteamBioAfrica Project Publications

Bush encroachment is a major environmental challenge in Southern Africa, especially in savanna and arid regions in countries like Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa. The expansion of dense woody vegetation disrupts ecosystems, reducing biodiversity, depleting groundwater reserves, and degrading soil. Moreover, its impact undermines food and water security for surrounding communities. For many landowners and […]

| Posted September 19, 2024

Enhancing Global Collaboration: Our FAB Region Project at the FabLab Conference & Fab City Summit in Mexico

Since its launch in early 2024, the project FAB Region Bergisch city-triangle has been supporting a co-creative and sustainable transformation in the cities of Wuppertal, Remscheid, and Solingen using circular economy approaches. In August 2024, we joined the annual FabLab Conference in Mexico City and the Fab City Summit in Yucatán to showcase how the […]

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