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This free of charge training will be given in Dutch!

Protect your ideas and strengthen your competitive advantage with the basic Intellectual Property Rights training.

What will you learn during the training?
- Introduction to different IP rights: get a clear understanding of the IP rights that protect you.
- Real-life examples of collaboration and ownership: Learn how IP rights work in collaborations.
- Freedom to operate: discover how to preserve room to innovate without legal risks.
- The value of technical details in patent publications: Understand how these details give you an advantage in the market.

When: Monday, 9 December 2024 15.30 - 18.00

Location: Ondernemersplein Almere (cityhal Almere), Stadhuisplein 1, 1315HR Almere

Op 12 december sluiten we met onze 26ste Kennis- en Demodag het jaar af bij LAB111! LAB111 is een cult cinema gevestigd in een monumentaal oud pathologisch anatomisch laboratorium in Amsterdam-West.

De Amsterdam Smart City Demodagen zijn regelmatig terugkerende middagen bedoeld om de voortgang van de verschillende innovatieprojecten aan elkaar te presenteren, hulpvragen op tafel te leggen, dilemma’s te delen en meer partners te betrekken bij een project en deze vraagstukken verder te brengen.

Deze editie is een speciale editie van de Kennis- en Demodag. Er zijn deze middag geen werksessies, maar is er meer tijd en aandacht voor de pitches, waarin we als netwerk onze learnings van 2024 met elkaar delen. We horen graag van jullie of je bij wilt dragen aan het programma door via een pitch meer te delen over jouw innovatieproject en learnings van het afgelopen jaar. Laat het ons weten via pelle@amsterdaminchange.com!

We sluiten deze middag af met een hapje en drankje waarbij er speciale aandacht is voor het afscheid van onze Programmadirecteur Francien.

Kennissessie

Kennissessie: Business In Transition | DRIFT
Bij DRIFT werken we aan systeemverandering naar een duurzame en rechtvaardige samenleving. Want hoewel onze huidige manier van doen ons veel heeft gebracht, lopen we inmiddels op allerlei plekken vast en volgt de ene crisis de andere op. Als we persistente problemen als klimaatverandering, biodiversiteitsverlies en toenemende ongelijkheid echt willen aanpakken zullen we op een heel andere manier naar onze maatschappij moeten gaan kijken. Daar hebben we iedereen bij nodig, en niet in de laatste plaats het bedrijfsleven!

Hoe werk je aan transities vanuit een bedrijfslogica? Hoe stel je de status quo ter discussie terwijl je er ook onderdeel van uitmaakt? En waar leent het bedrijfsleven zich misschien wel juist voor transitiegericht werken? Met deze en andere vragen gaan we aan de slag in een interactieve sessie. We gaan in op principes van transitiegericht werken en brengen samen met jullie in kaart waar de kansen en uitdagingen liggen voor bedrijven in transitie.

Pitches: Learnings uit het Amsterdam InChange netwerk

Amsterdam InChange is een lerend netwerk. Aan het einde van het jaar is het belangrijk om stil te staan bij de learnings van onze lopende of afgeronde innovatieprojecten. We bieden het podium aan onze partners en hun innovatieprojecten om te delen wat er goed ging in 2024, maar ook zeker; waar ze tegenaan liepen. Wil jij graag meer over jouw innovatieproject en learnings delen met het netwerk? Laat het ons weten via pelle@amsterdaminchange.com!

Hieroo Amsterdam & NPSNW: Community Wealth Building
Binnen het Nationaal Programma Samen Nieuw-West wordt er gewerkt met de Community Wealth Building aanpak: een economisch ontwikkelmodel om te komen tot een eerlijke, democratische lokale economie. De focus van deze aanpak is het creëren van meer eigenaarschap en zeggenschap, en het langer en vaker lokaal circuleren van geldstromen. Om dit te bereiken bouwen we aan het versterken van de lokale economische infrastructuur zodat vraag en aanbod elkaar beter kunnen vinden binnen het stadsdeel. Een concreet startpunt hiervan is het Koop Lokaal Platform Nieuw-West (www.kooplokaalnieuwwest.nl), waar zzp’ers en lokaal MKB gevonden kunnen worden. We onderzoeken de mogelijkheden om dit platform verder uit te breiden, bijvoorbeeld door bepaalde subsidies (bv. Buurtbudgetten) uit te keren aan/via de bedrijven op dit platform, door een lokale betaalrekening er aan te koppelen (naar voorbeeld van Santa Coloma).

Hogeschool van Amsterdam: ATELIER
Al vijf jaar werkt ATELIER in Buiksloterham aan een wijk die meer energie opwekt dan het verbruikt, met slimme energietoepassingen die in de praktijk worden gebracht. Het doel? Het realiseren van positieve energiedistricten (PED's) in Amsterdam en Bilbao om 1,7 kton CO2-uitstoot te besparen. Wat komt er allemaal kijken bij het opzetten van een energiegemeenschap, welke mogelijkheden en structuren er nodig zijn voor het actief delen van energie, hoe kunnen batterijen ingezet kunnen worden om netcongestie tegen te gaan, en hoe kan het concept data commons bijdragen aan een duurzame wijkontwikkeling? We blikken terug op de resultaten en bespreken de toekomstplannen.

Gemeente Amsterdam: Monitor circulaire Economie
Amsterdam heeft als plan om in 2050 volledig circulair te zijn. Het ontbreekt alleen nog aan een goed overzicht van hoe ver we daarmee gevorderd zijn. De Monitor Circulaire Economie verandert dit door nieuwe gegevensbronnen beschikbaar te stellen en methoden te ontwikkelen om die gegevens te analyseren.

Arcadis: De Gezonde Stad Index
Renée Schoonbeek vertelt ons meer over het tweejaarlijks onderzoek naar de bijdrage van de fysieke stedelijke inrichting aan de gezondheid van de bewoners. Een vergelijking van 25 Nederlandse steden.

Klinkt het programma interessant? Je bent welkom om aan te sluiten. Laat het ons weten en stuur een korte motivatie naar sophie@amsterdamsmartcity.com. De Kennis- en Demodag is van 13:30-16:00 met een borrel na afloop.

In the beginning of November, the Amsterdam InChange team and network visited the Smart City World Expo Congress (SCEWC) in Barcelona. The yearly event is the place where companies, entrepreneurs, start-ups, cities, and research institutions in the field of innovation and smart cities meet. Amsterdam InChange joined the Dutch delegation and collaborated on a broad programme together with various partners. Our days were filled with inspiration, international exchange and deeper connections. Curious to what we’ve been up in Barcelona? Read our recap below.

Alderman Charif El Idrissi Joins Amsterdam InChange and the Dutch Delegation

What made this year’s visit to Barcelona truly special is that Alderman Charif El Idrissi from the Municipality of Haarlemmermeer joined us not only as an ambassador for Amsterdam InChange but also as the mission leader for the Dutch delegation! Together with Alderwoman Eva Oosters from the Municipality of Utrecht, Charif led the group of Dutch participants and was the face of the Dutch delegation. On Sunday, Charif addressed the Dutch delegation with encouraging words at the kick-off, and on Tuesday, he officially opened the Dutch pavilion together with Eva Oosters and the Dutch Ambassador in Spain Roel Nieuwenkamp. Reflecting on the visit to SCEWC, Charif said: “It was an honor to lead Team NL and represent our nation on the global stage of digitalization and innovation. We’re excelling as a small country, and each year brings new connections and collaborative opportunities that only strengthen our position. And I look forward to bringing all insights and inspiration back to the municipality of Haarlemmermeer”

Connecting with Our Partners: Smart Ports Excursion with SPIE

On Monday, Amsterdam InChange co-organized an excursion to the Port of Barcelona with our partner SPIE. It brought back some nostalgic feelings, as it was here in Barcelona that we signed our partnership contract a year ago. The excursion focused primarily on knowledge exchange around smart energy, water, and infrastructure. The Port of Barcelona has set the goal of reducing CO₂ emissions by 50% by 2030 and becoming an emissions-neutral port by 2050. Carles Rúa Costa, Head of Innovation at the Port of Barcelona, gave an insightful presentation highlighting the critical role ports play in the energy transition. To conclude this inspiring morning, we took a boat tour through the port, where Carles told us more about the port and its operations.

International Next Level Changemakers Dinner

On Monday evening, we hosted our own International Next Level Changemakers dinner, where we connected our Amsterdam InChange partners with our international network. It was a night filled with deep conversations, valuable insights, and genuine connections with fellow changemakers committed to building better streets, neighborhoods and cities.

International Delegations: Sharing Knowledge Across Borders

Amsterdam InChange hosted several outgoing missions from the Dutch Pavilion in collaboration with the DMI-Ecosystem. The purpose of these missions was to provide participants of the Dutch delegation opportunities to connect with international colleagues and to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaboration. The programme consisted of guided visits about topics such as “The Future of Mobility”, “Digital Twins” and “Net Zero Cities” to the pavilions of EIT Urban Mobility, Forum Virium (Helsinki), the European Commission and Catalonia.

Collaborating Internationally on a Regional Challenge: Zero-Emission Zones

On Tuesday, Pelle and Chris organized a session on zero-emission city logistics, bringing together representatives from cities like Oslo, Helsinki, Stockholm, München and Amsterdam. The conversation sparked a lively exchange on how the different cities are tackling urban transport emissions, sharing challenges and solutions for cleaner, sustainable streets. Everyone was genuinely enthusiastic about continuing the conversation after the expo, and they agreed to stay in touch so that we can keep learning from one another.

Amsterdam InChange Takes the Stage

Amsterdam InChange was well represented on stage this year in Barcelona. Leonie had the opportunity to elaborate on the Amsterdam InChange approach in an inspiring keynote. She spoke about our dedication to creating livable cities, emphasizing our commitment to tackling the transition challenges of our time. Leonie highlighted the importance of collaboration, innovations that make a genuinely positive impact on people’s lives, and our people-centered approach.

On Thursday, Francien joined the stage at the Thematic Roundtable: 'Collectively Moving Cities Forward'. She contributed to an international panel on mobilizing citizens, with a particular focus on engaging young people.

We look back on a great week in Barcelona and came back with a mind full of fresh ideas, valuable insights, deeper connections, and a notebook packed with follow-up actions! Do you have any questions or input for us? Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our community manager Sophie via sophie@amsterdaminchange.com.

On October 10th, our network gathered for the 25th edition of our Demo Day. This time, the event took place at our partner AMS Institute, located right next to us at the Marineterrein! AMS is working on innovative solutions to make the metropolitan area livable, sustainable, resilient, and inclusive. They call this 'Reinventing the City.

In this article, we’ll give you a quick overview of the Knowledge Session, Work Sessions and Pitches. Interested in learning more? Read the full reports by our team members Pelle, Sophie, Christine and Jill (linked below).

About our Demodays

The Demodays are one of the tools we use to stimulate innovation and encourage connection between our partners and community. The purpose of the Demodays is to present the progress of various innovation projects, ask for help, share dilemmas and involve more partners to take these projects to the next level. More information about the Demodays can be found here.

Knowledge Session: Boundary Spanners

Together with Dr. Gertjan de Groot, we explored the world of 'Boundary Spanners' — the bridge-builders who tackle societal challenges with creative solutions. How do you connect different worlds, break down barriers, and foster collaboration where obstacles seem to dominate? In an era where collaboration is essential, the role of the boundary spanner is more important than ever. Read Jill’s full report here.

Worksessions

Mobility | Scenarios for Smart Mobility

Guus Kruijssen and Rombout Huisman (Province of North Holland) led a working session on their recent scenario studies – Smart Mobility North Holland 2050. What do we actually mean by future visions and scenarios? What are the different types, and how can they be used? Read Pelle’s full report here.

Circular | A Marketplace for Used Assets

Alliander hosted a session, diving into the challenges and opportunities of creating a marketplace for used assets. What happens to industrial materials like transformers and switchgear once they’ve served their purpose? Can these essential components get a second life? Read Christine’s full report here.

Energy | Safety in the energy transition

During this work session Johan de Vries (Safety Region Amsterdam-Amstelland) and Tommy Borger (Municipality of Amsterdam) introduced the participants to the topic of safety in the energy transition. Together, we explored how to effectively integrate safety measures into energy transition projects, without slowing down critical progress. Read Sophie’s full report here.

General | The LCA Game

What do you actually need to make a shoe? And how can this production process be as sustainable and cost-efficient as possible? Cenex Netherlands organized a workshop aimed at testing and improving their ‘Life Cycle Assessment’ (LCA) game. Read Jill’s full report here.

Pitches

And of course, we enjoyed some inspiring pitches. Below are the topics presented.

Coding the Curbs | Smart Zones | Jaap Tjebbes
Coding the Curbs is the pioneer in Europe in the field of digital management of public spaces. Our platform offers an easy way for people to reserve and flexibly use public spaces — from a logistics hub in the morning to a cozy terrace in the afternoon.

Alderli | A camera that detects falls using AI | Jacob Vermeule and Stijn Vos
Alderli is an IoT system that detects falls in elderly people using an infrared camera. The product recognizes a fall and alerts caregivers without infringing on the privacy of the person who has fallen.

Droppie | Cash for separated waste | Natascha Hermsen and Stef Traa
Droppie encourages consumers to separate recyclables at home and bring clean materials to the Droppie waste lab. In exchange, they receive a payment per kilogram of waste. This model ensures that waste processing becomes not only more environmentally friendly but also financially attractive for participants.

Our last Demoday of 2024 will take place on December 12.

The energy transition is well underway, integrating electric vehicles, solar panels, battery storage, and other innovations into our daily lives. However, this shift also introduces new and unfamiliar safety challenges. For example, electric vehicle fires require specialized extinguishing methods. Unfortunately, these safety risks are often overlooked within energy transition projects or addressed only in hindsight. To address this issue, Johan de Vries (Safety Region Amsterdam-Amstelland) and Tommy Borger (Municipality of Amsterdam) introduced the participants to the topic of safety in the energy transition during this work session on Demoday #25. Together, we explored how to effectively integrate safety measures into energy transition projects, without slowing down critical progress.

Introduction to safety in the energy transition

Johan opened the session by explaining why the fire department and safety region are directly involved in the energy transition. “When things go wrong, the fire department is called in,” he explained. Even with their preparedness for emerging dangers, the fire department faces growing challenges with electrification and batteries. For example, as the number of emission-free vehicles increases, so does the risk posed by (older) batteries, which can lead to fires in electric cars. Sustainable innovations, he emphasized, are not inherently safe innovations. Johan mentioned the Johan Cruijff ArenA as an example, home to Europe’s largest energy storage system using second-life electric vehicle batteries. While it is a sustainable solution, questions about its safety remain.

Collaboration and awareness is key!

The participants then engaged in discussions centered around two questions:

1. Can safety go hand in hand with speed in the energy transition?
2. Is collaboration in the energy transition a threat or an opportunity?

The group agreed that while speed is important when it comes to the energy transition, sometimes slowing down is necessary to avoid risks. Although not all dangers can be prevented, progress can be made by learning from experiences along the way. Although collaboration sometimes slows things down, it was seen as an important aspect when it comes to safety in the energy transition. Participants suggested that the fire department could work more closely with manufacturers, such as those producing electric vehicles, to make safety a shared responsibility. Additionally, the safety region could become a partner in regional innovation projects, such as ATELIER, to ensure safety is integrated from the start.

The session concluded with consensus on one pressing issue: there is a significant lack of awareness about safety in the energy transition. This blind spot often results in insufficient attention to safety risks in energy transition projects. One suggestion was to publish an article in a national newspaper to raise public awareness of these challenges. Through this session, we addressed the issue of safety in the energy transition in the Amsterdam InChange network. Johan gained valuable insights on collaborating with other parties in the Amsterdam Region and is looking into how the safety region can build on this session’s outcomes and give it a meaningful follow-up.

Would you like to learn more, or do you have any input for Johan? Leave a comment and I’ll connect you with Johan!

What happens to industrial materials like transformers and switchgear once they’ve served their purpose? Can these essential components get a second life? During the Demo Day on October 10th, Alliander hosted a session, diving into the challenges and opportunities of creating a marketplace for used assets. The workshop explored how these materials could not only be repurposed internally but also made available for new applications elsewhere.

Workshop Structure and Focus

The session used an interactive approach, inviting participants to explore key parts of a circular supply chain. The discussion was centred around three main questions:

1. What are examples of successful circular supply chains, and who might be interested in used assets?
2. What does an ideal circular supply chain look like?
3. What conditions must be met for such a chain to succeed?

This framework fostered a dynamic exchange of ideas, revealing both opportunities and obstacles for implementing a marketplace for used assets.

Key Challenges

The session highlighted several challenges that need to be addressed to create an effective marketplace:

• Material tracking and data management: How to effectively map available materials?
• IT systems: What systems are needed to support the marketplace?
• Guarantees and support: How to ensure the quality and reliability of reused materials?
• Predictability: How to forecast the availability of reusable materials?
• Value assessment: How to determine the market value of used assets?

Insights and Recommendations

Participants emphasized the importance of collaboration with other grid operators and external stakeholders to maximize reuse potential. Key recommendations included:

• Start with a single product category, such as transformers, and map the entire supply chain.
• Establish KPIs to measure success and use these to test hypotheses through experimentation.
• Develop standardized platforms for sharing information about available materials.
• Strengthen partnerships with suppliers and other grid operators.

Action Points

The following concrete next steps were outlined:
1. Map the circular supply chain for transformers and tools.
2. Engage with the procurement director to promote collaboration.
3. Create an inventory of available transformers.
4. Develop KPIs to track and measure progress.
5. Explore partnerships to advance circular procurement.

The session provided valuable insights and a clear roadmap for developing Alliander’s marketplace for used assets. By starting with a specific product group and gradually scaling efforts, Alliander aims to make an impact in advancing the circular economy.

Are you interested in the marketplace for used assets? Leave a comment below and we’ll connect you with Catharina Driesse from Alliander.

After seven years with Amsterdam InChange, our Programme Director, Francien Huizing, will be leaving the team as of December 1st. Francien has been more than just a Programme Director for us — she's been a driving force behind everything we’ve built together. She helped shape the unique vibrant and open space we created as a network, guided our young and talented team, brought in new partners, and led us through the transition from Amsterdam Smart City to Amsterdam InChange, making sure our new identity and vision resonated with our mission.

“With immense joy, I have worked alongside the team and a fantastic network to create better streets, neighbourhoods, and cities. The openness, cheerfulness, and incredible drive of everyone has always given me a lot of energy, and I am grateful for everything we have accomplished together.” - Francien Huizing

Francien’s passion and dedication for our network have left a lasting mark on Amsterdam InChange and all of us who worked alongside her. Francien, on behalf of the team and network, we thank you for the energy, vision, and support!

We are doing our utmost to find a replacement for Francien's role by January 1st. Until then, Jessica Peters-Hondelink (Director of Amsterdam Economic Board) will temporarily take on this role.

If you would like to leave a message for her or want to join her farewell drinks, feel free to email us at info@amsterdaminchange.com.

My name is Pınar Ebe-Güzgü, a PhD student at İzmir Katip Çelebi University, Turkey, currently conducting research at the University of Twente. My doctoral research focuses on social justice and disadvantaged groups in the context of smart city applications, with a particular emphasis on the mobility of elderly people (defined by WHO as people over the age of 65).

As part of my research, I conduct in-depth interviews with residents (aged 65+) of Amsterdam, caretakers of elderly individuals, and those working on (or with expertise in) smart city initiatives. The goal is to explore the mobility experiences of 65+ people in Amsterdam and develop policy recommendations to enhance social justice in urban management.

If you would like to share your experiences, your participation in this research would be invaluable. All interviews will be conducted at a time and format that suits you.

Thank you for your time and consideration. Your insights will greatly contribute to our understanding of how smart city applications impact the mobility and quality of life of older individuals.

If you are interested in participating, please reach out to me via the email address below:
p.ebe-guzgu@utwente.nl

Best regards,
Pınar Ebe-Güzgü

(Er zijn slechts 100 plekken beschikbaar, waarbij City Deal-partners voorrang krijgen) Aan alles komt een eind, dus ook aan zoiets leuks als de City Deal ‘Een slimme stad, zo doe je dat.’

We stoppen ermee
De City Deal ‘Een slimme stad, zo doe je dat’ loopt formeel af op 31 december en de stuurgroep heeft besloten de City Deal niet te verlengen. Dat is omdat we vinden dat de smartcitymarkt in een volgende fase is gekomen. Van innovatie naar opschaling . Het DMI-ecosysteem is daar het mooiste voorbeeld van. De City Deal stopt dus wegens succes.

Er zijn slechts 100 plekken beschikbaar, waarbij City Deal-partners voorrang krijgen. Meld je snel aan om verzekerd te zijn van een plek op dit inspirerende event. Meld je hier aan 

Slotevent City Deal ‘Een slimme stad, zo doe je dat’ – Vier samen met ons de toekomst van slimme steden

Kom naar het feestelijke slotevent van de City Deal ‘Een slimme stad, zo doe je dat’, waarin we in een talkshow-setting terugblikken op alles wat we samen hebben bereikt én een blik vooruit werpen op wat er nog in het verschiet ligt. Dit event markeert het einde van een bijzondere samenwerking, en biedt jou de kans om inspiratie op te doen en waardevolle inzichten te delen.

Wat kun je verwachten (concept)?
Lessen en Visies – Samen verkennen we wat we hebben geleerd: van de kracht van samenwerken in een ecosysteem tot het belang van visie en doorzettingsvermogen. We delen onze inzichten over de uitdagingen en successen die we tijdens corona hebben doorstaan en hoe die ons sterker hebben gemaakt.
Lancering van ons nieuwe boek – Dit boek wordt een onmisbare bron voor iedereen die zich inzet voor slimme steden. Ontdek hoe de City Deal ook jou kan inspireren en ondersteunen.

Initiatieven als ‘AI in de Stad’ en DMI – Samen met de zaal gaan we in gesprek over belangrijke nieuwe initiatieven zoals DMI en ‘AI in de Stad’. Waar liggen kansen en wie kunnen we nog verbinden om verder te groeien?
Resultaten en Toekomstige Thema’s – We delen enkele hoogtepunten en resultaten van onze City Deal en belichten thema’s die klaar zijn voor verdere verdieping en groei.

Let op: Beperkte plekken beschikbaar! – Er zijn slechts 100 plekken beschikbaar, waarbij City Deal-partners voorrang krijgen. Meld je snel aan om verzekerd te zijn van een plek op dit inspirerende event. Meld je hier aan 

Mis deze unieke gelegenheid niet om met gelijkgestemden te praten, jouw ideeën te delen en geïnspireerd te raken door de resultaten en toekomstvisies van slimme steden. Samen maken we van deze afsluiting een startpunt voor iets nieuws.
Dit jaar ronden we de City Deal af en borgen we de resultaten. Dat laten we zien in dit slotevenement. Zorg dat je erbij bent!
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Datum: 23 januari 2025
Tijd: 12:00 – 18:00
Locatie: Prodentfabriek Amersfoort
Meld je hier aan 

During our Knowledge and Demo Day on 10 October (2024), Guus Kruijssen and Rombout Huisman (Province of North Holland) led a working session on their recent scenario studies – Smart Mobility North Holland 2050. In this report, I will share the four ‘Context’ scenarios they developed, the process, and the discussions with the session participants.

Objectives of the Scenario Study

What do we actually mean by future visions and scenarios? What are the different types, and how can they be used? A discussion among the participants quickly highlighted the many different motivations, forms, and use cases. Rombout and Guus began by explaining their aim for this study.

The province of North Holland plays various roles in the field of mobility as a policymaker, road manager, and concession provider. Given the major challenges related to housing, CO2 emissions reduction, and road safety, their perspective on the future of mobility revolves around Reducing (travel), Improving (travel options), and Changing (travel behaviour). This perspective forms the basis for developing, operationalising, and maintaining their strategy – a cycle that spans approximately 50 years. However, digital developments and innovations are making the world change faster than ever, necessitating greater awareness of possible contextual changes. The key question is: how do the choices we make now relate to the different possible futures?

To explore this, a team of colleagues embarked on developing four challenging context scenarios. Working with internal and external experts, they moved from an environmental analysis and contextual factors to scenarios and strategic insights. The process and outcomes were kept administrative and had no political or policy-driven focus. The result is not a set of visions to choose from but rather a representation of various developments and challenges that may arise, to which you can assess your own projects and actions against.

The Four Scenarios

Four distinct context scenarios were developed. Here is a summary and a few key aspects of each:

1. Steady Traffic (Doorgaand verkeer) A slow shift towards a green economy, benefiting only the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area (MRA). The population grows to 3.7 million. Cars remain dominant, transitioning gradually to electric, but roads and trains stay congested. Digitalisation and innovation progress slowly, with limited impact on efficiency and accessibility.
2. Turbulent Weather (Rukwinden) Ongoing shocks and international instability, with the US leaving NATO and significant climate change. The population increases to 3.1 million. Fuel crises accelerate electrification, but investment focuses on priorities like the navy. Technological scepticism grows due to data breaches, impacting accessibility.
3. Our Own Path (Eigen weg) The Netherlands withdraws from international cooperation and leaves the EU, focusing on healthcare, circularity, and local production. The economy contracts due to trade restrictions and brain drain, and the population decreases to 2.6 million. Fewer traffic jams, but cars remain significant alongside increased regional public transport. Distrust in innovations and sustainability rises, with informal sharing preferred over commercial options.
4. Transition (Overstappen) Climate change accelerates transition and AI development. The population stabilises at 3.1 million. Non-sustainable sectors disappear, and reduced traffic results from digitalisation and virtualisation. Space is primarily used for energy infrastructure, and circular processes increase. The EU and the national government push for innovations like autonomous transport and shared mobility. Ownership is limited to the wealthiest, and digital infrastructure becomes a priority.

Outcomes and Follow-Up

Rombout and Guus guided the group through the process and results of these scenario studies. We discussed the developments and contextual factors used in the study, and considered if anything was missing. They openly shared their approach and how they plan to use these insights to assess their own policies and projects, and welcomed questions and suggestions from the group. There was also room for discussing the challenges. Because, while people can easily align on scenarios, opinions can still vary greatly on how we should act on them now.

Many of our partners are already working with future visions and scenarios. See, for instance, our report on a session with trendwatchers from the Municipality of Amsterdam. The purpose, process, and impact on policy, projects, and actions vary across organisations. However, there was agreement that sharing methods and scenarios is valued, particularly in a neutral setting like our innovation network. It fosters mutual understanding and offers valuable lessons from each other's research methods and practical applications. In the coming period, we will explore how we can contribute to this in our network on various transition themes.

Would you like to know more about this study from the Province of North Holland? Feel free to send me a message, and I will connect you. Interested in brainstorming about how we can approach this more frequently or systematically within the network? Let me know at pelle@amsterdaminchange.com.

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💡 Ze presenteren een nieuwe, innovatieve oplossing die recent in Dublin in gebruik is genomen en gaan in op ideeën en uitdagingen rond Actieve Mobiliteit – een thema dat natuurlijk past binnen de slimme stad.
🏙️✨ Zeker de moeite waard om bij te zijn!
ℹ️ Het webinar is in het Engels. Doe je mee? 👉 Meld u aan voor deze webinar via : https://kennislab.typeform.com/to/J8Ef0Vd8

What do you actually need to make a shoe? And how can this production process be as sustainable and cost-efficient as possible? During our 25th Knowledge and Demo Day, Cenex Netherlands organized a workshop aimed at testing and improving their ‘Life Cycle Assessment’ (LCA) game. During this session, we set out to design a black Converse shoe.

How does the game work?

The LCA game revolves around raising awareness of the raw materials, production steps, and environmental impacts involved in making a product. Each team represents a fictional country, with access to specific resources like oil and wind energy. Players roll dice to acquire budgets, select materials (such as cotton, rubber, wool, etc.), and negotiate to perform processes like spinning and stitching. Green energy use is rewarded, while fossil fuels incur extra costs. Through this, teams gain insight into the trade-offs of sustainable and affordable production.

Key Takeaways and feedback from the session

This interactive session provided valuable feedback:
• Complexity: New players may find the game overwhelming. A suggestion to clearly indicate necessary materials and steps right from the start would make it more accessible, ensuring all participants start with a shared understanding.
• Focus on the core message: The core message — making the production process understandable — should be central. Fewer cards and a simpler setup would make the game more effective.
• Solutions and improvements: The game aims to provide a realistic view of the production process. Achieving a balance between detail and simplicity is essential to keep the focus on product development and sustainability.

Why participate?

During the session, we learned not only about product design but also discovered the challenges involved in sustainable material use and production processes. The game encouraged discussion, negotiation, and, most importantly, reflection on our role in sustainability. Whether on the team that won through a sustainable approach or not, all participants gained a crucial insight: the journey to sustainable production chains begins with awareness.

Do you want to learn more about the LCA game? Leave a comment below and we’ll connect you with Sanne or Pablo from Cenex Netherlands!

Nog nooit was het zo makkelijk om je DNA te laten testen, op afkomst, verwantschap en op gezondheid. Je staat daarbij je meest persoonlijke data af, zonder controle te hebben over wat er met die gegevens gebeurd. Gelukkig kan het digitaliseren van DNA binnenkort ook anders - op zo’n manier dat we een bruikbare database voor de samenleving bouwen, terwijl jij controle over je eigen data behoudt. Tijdens Waag Open op donderdag 12 december duiken we in de waarde en in de risico’s van een digitale DNA databank. Maak kennis met de eerste testpersonen en ontwerp zelf mee!

Kijk voor meer informatie op waag.org.

Datum: Donderdag 12 december
Tijd: 19:30 - 22:00 uur
Locatie: Waag, Nieuwmarkt 4, Amsterdam

Waag Open

Elke eerste donderdagavond van de maand opent Waag haar deuren! Kom langs om te discussiëren en te doen. Want we gaan niet alleen in discussie over maatschappelijke thema's en de toekomst – je leert daarnaast ook altijd iets praktisch. Iets dat je altijd al hebt willen uitproberen, zoals de 3D-printer in het FabLab, of juist iets dat je nooit had verwacht, zoals uitpluizen hoe DNA in elkaar zit in ons biotech-lab. Waag Open vindt plaats in de maakplaatsen op de eerste en tweede verdieping van het historische Waaggebouw op de Nieuwmarkt.

Wist je dat Overhoeks het oudste stukje Amsterdam-Noord is? En dat vlak achter Eye het galgenveld van Amsterdam lag? Verhaalpaal Noord is een openluchttentoonstelling over de onbekende geschiedenis van Amsterdam-Noord die vanaf maart 2025 te zien is op Overhoeks in Amsterdam Noord.

Verhaalpaal Noord wordt ontwikkeld door creatief bureau Zeppa in samenwerking met schrijver Bas Kok. Het project is onderdeel van Amsterdam 750, maar we zijn nog op zoek naar laatste financiering en zijn daarom een crowdfunding gestart.

Wil jij helpen de onbekende geschiedenis van Noord zichtbaar te maken? Steun ons dan op voordekunst.

Hi,
I am a Master’s student at The Glasgow School of Art, specializing in Innovation Design and Circular Economy. Originally from Austria, I am very interested in gaining practical experience through a six-month internship in Amsterdam, a city known for its pioneering efforts in Circular Economy.

My goal is to build professional experience in this field and, ideally, to bring this knowledge back to Austria to help advance sustainable practices there.

For my Master’s thesis, I focused on the fashion industry, particularly on how the textile sector in Scotland can transition to a circular model, with a primary focus on my main stakeholder, <em>Johnston of Elgin</em>.

I would be very grateful to discuss any potential internship opportunities you might have. Please feel free to reach out to me!
Thank you very much for your time and consideration.
CV
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fVwynP1zffNoemot534el961H-whrosY/view?usp=sharing

Best regards,
Larissa

Jaarevent C-Creators 2024: Zet de Bouwketen in Beweging

<strong>Datum</strong>: 14 november 2024
<strong>Locatie</strong>: A Lab, Amsterdam
<strong>Tijd</strong>: 14.00 - 17.30 uur (inloop vanaf 13:30, met aansluitende borrel)
<strong>Thema</strong>: “Onderweg naar morgen – Transitie in beweging”

<strong>Beschrijving</strong>: Het Jaarevent 2024 van C-Creators brengt pioniers, beleidsmakers en ketenpartners samen om concrete stappen te zetten richting een circulaire toekomst in de bouw. Tijdens dit inspirerende evenement krijg je de kans om kennis op te doen, te netwerken en mee te denken over de toekomst van circulair bouwen.
Waarom deelnemen?

• Leer meer over de nieuwste innovaties in circulair bouwen.
• Netwerk met gelijkgestemden en ontdek nieuwe samenwerkingsmogelijkheden.
• Ontvang praktische handvatten en inzichten om direct toe te passen.

<strong>Hoogtepunten</strong>:

• 🎤 Keynote van Vincent Luyendijk over duurzame gebiedsontwikkeling.
• ☕️ Stakeholder Cafés over biobased bouwen, houtbouw en hergebruik.
• 🎮 Netwerkspel “Spaar ze allemaal” voor waardevolle connecties.
• 🌍 Interactieve Expo met inspirerende circulaire projecten.

<strong>Voor wie</strong>: Bouwprofessionals, woningcorporaties, architecten, ontwikkelaars, gemeenten, slopers en investeerders.
<strong>Aanmelden</strong>: Deelname is gratis, maar de plaatsen zijn beperkt!
🔗 Meld je nu aan en sluit je aan bij de koplopers in de circulaire bouwsector.

Op 21 november 2024 vindt de tweede editie van Just.City.Amsterdam plaats. Dit jaar richten we ons op een belangrijk thema: rechtvaardigheid in de praktijk brengen. Waar we tijdens de eerste editie verschillende perspectieven op rechtvaardigheid onderzochten, gaan we nu aan de slag met de vraag: Hoe doen we dat?

Wat kun je verwachten?

Vanuit het A Lab in Amsterdam Noord gaan we de wijk in om rechtvaardigheid van dichtbij te ervaren. Samen bezoeken we lokale initiatieven die actief werken aan meer rechtvaardigheid. We kijken naar wat er gebeurt, wat werkt, en wat misschien anders kan. Daarnaast denken we samen na over wat jij zelf kunt bijdragen aan een rechtvaardige stad.

Tijdens Just.City.Amsterdam.2024 ervaar je hoe rechtvaardigheid in de stad wordt toegepast. Sluit je aan bij één van de excursies waarin lokale gemeenschappen hun projecten en uitdagingen delen, en leer meer over hun inzet voor rechtvaardigheid en verandering. Of kies voor een workshop waarin je dieper ingaat op hoe creatieve en praktische methodes bijdragen aan een eerlijker Amsterdam.
Bekijk het aanbod hieronder, meld je aan en doe mee aan het gesprek over een rechtvaardige stad!
 
- Excursie: Inkijkjes in de Energietransitie - met Tessa Steenkamp
- Workshop: School voor Strijders - met Massih Hutak
- Excursie: Red Amsterdam Noord - met Eva Bollen en Esmee Barel
- Workshop: De maatschappelijke impact van documentaires - met Ester Gould
- Excursie: De Rechtvaardige Stad en Community Wealth Building - met Floris Bremen
- Excursie: Van wie en voor wie is de buurt - Met Bart Stuart

Calling all community engagement specialists shaping the future of our urban spaces! 📢

At Playground City🛝, we believe real impact happens when we build solutions together. The insights we’ve gained from incredible conversations at Placemaking Europe, World Summit AI, and soon at Smart City Expo World Congress are already shaping our roadmap—and now, we’re ready to bring in those who can help take it to the next level.

We’re building an ambassador community for dedicated community engagement professionals to join us in pioneering a platform created for (and with!) the people driving change in our cities.

As an ambassador, you’ll have early access to shape and use Playground City🛝 as it evolves, guiding its development with your insights. We’re also preparing exclusive perks just for you, like discounted pilot projects, early access to new features, and more exciting benefits (yes, also our amazing merch.. 😎).

If you’re a community engagement specialist, urban strategist, or resident leader ready to make an impact, comment “I’m in!” below, and we’ll follow up with details. We can't wait to meet you all!

Passionate about co-creation in urban spaces? Join Playground and make an impact! 🌍 

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A systems approach is key.

Climate transition plans that lack a systemic perspective can unintentionally shift risks, disrupt supply chains, harm human rights, or even contribute to biodiversity loss. For example, switching to a low-carbon product that requires three times more land may address your carbon goals, but jeopardize your biodiversity targets.

Without considering these interdependencies, your climate strategy may become inefficient and require reworking as new issues arise.

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By addressing root causes and considering the ripple effects of climate decision-making in other areas, a systems lens ensures your plan goes beyond regulatory box-ticking.

Together, we can co-create effective action plans with your stakeholders and develop customized decision-making frameworks, accounting for material impacts on climate, nature, and people across your operations and value chain.

How? Learn how our Systemic Transition Suite can unlock your business’s full potential ⬇️

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Werk je aan slimme mobiliteit of wil je er meer over weten? Kom dan 13 november naar de Tolhuistuin in Amsterdam-Noord. Daar vindt voor de 4e keer het MRA Smart Mobility Congres plaats van het MRA-platform Smart Mobility.

Samen met overheden, kennisinstituten, marktpartijen en andere aanwezigen brengt het platform die dag slimme mobiliteit een stukje verder. Ze delen kennis en ervaringen. En zoeken samen met anderen naar oplossingen voor een efficiënt mobiliteitssysteem waarbij stad en platteland duurzaam verbonden zijn. Daarbij staan mens en data altijd centraal.

Wat kun je verwachten?

✅ Dagvoorzitter Irene Rompa en programmamanager Daniël van Motman praten je bij over de status van smart mobility en de plannen van het platform voor de toekomst.

✅ Na de lunch is het tijd voor deelsessies. Je kunt meedenken over de toekomst van MaaS of over oplossingen voor duurzame mobiliteit tijdens SAIL 2025. Ook zijn er inspirerende voorbeelden van Smart Zones.

✅ Aan het eind van de dag is er een netwerkborrel waar je nieuwe contacten kunt leggen en nog meer ideeën kunt opdoen.

Het congres staat volledig in het teken van verbinding. Van mensen en organisaties, van regionale opgaves aan innovaties én van verbinding aan de praktijk. Samen leren, ontwikkelen en vooral samen doen!

Nieuwsgierig geworden? Meld je dan aan voor het MRA Smart Mobility Congres op woensdag 13 november!

• Woensdag 13 november 2024
• Van 10.30 – 17.30 uur
• Tolhuistuin in Amsterdam-Noord