Impact Innovation in Europe – A new competitiveness leading the way

Join us for a lunch seminar on November 5, exploring how Europe can take the lead in the global race, with pioneering Swedish examples in the spotlight.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CET

Online

Watch the seminar on YouTube

When: November 5, 12:00–13:00
Where: Online via YouTube

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, Vinnova

Moderator: Beata Wickbom

What is Impact Innovation?

Impact Innovation is Sweden’s national innovation initiative aimed at tackling the challenges of today and tomorrow through breakthrough innovation -leading the way towards a sustainable and competitive Sweden, rich in quality of life for all.