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♻️ Curious about the latest developments in waste management and recycling? We are thrilled to announce an opportunity for our clients to join AFRY and other international industry representatives from business, politics and science at the IFAT 2024 trade show in Munich on 13-17 May. At the event, the focus will be on the latest global trends in: 🌱  Environmental technologies 🚮  Waste & recycling 💧  Water & sewage To make the experience accessible to our followers, we are offering you the chance to receive free day tickets to IFAT 2024. 🎟️ Get your free ticket here: https://lnkd.in/dmKrVB9P For more information about the event and AFRY Management Consulting’s service offering for waste management and recycling, reach out to our experts Janne Logrén and Camilla Cederstrand. #makingfuture #bioindustry #sustainability

🔜 Moulded fibre products are ready to take over plastics in packaging The latest draft of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) promises a dynamic expansion in the market for moulded fibre packaging, as Christoffer Lindfors and Christoph Euringer from AFRY Management Consulting state in their latest article. Moulded fibre offers a reduced carbon footprint compared to plastics, can be recycled within existing waste streams, and stands as a sustainable substitute for numerous conventional plastic products. However, challenges remain in the form of potential legislative changes and technical issues. Innovations are required to make moulded fibre products that comply with upcoming regulations. It's not just a matter of meeting legal requirements but also responding to the sustainability call from major brands like: – Subway, – McDonald's’s and – Burger King. With the PPWR coming into effect in 2030, companies need to start choosing partners for scaling up production quickly and innovatively. However, to reach its potential and the forecasted market size of 1.5 Mt by 2030, it has to outshine other fibre-based packaging solutions. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/d7vwAdMu #makingfuture #bioindustry #sustainability #packaging

In the past year, industrial electricity prices were a key topic on the political agenda in Germany. Carlos Pérez Linkenheil, Senior Principal and Head of the German Market Analysis Team, delivered a speech on the recent challenges and developments of electricity prices for industries at HANNOVER MESSE. 🔍 Access the slide pack from the day here: https://lnkd.in/effcpWqi 📈 In Germany, the gas price crisis from 2019 to 2023 had a direct impact on electricity prices for industries leading to a significant price increase - whereas China, the US and some European countries were comparatively less impacted. ⚡ The key driver of industrial electricity prices in Germany in 2023 was a surge in procurement costs with limited hedging opportunities for companies. 💡 In the future, industrial electricity prices are expected to fall in Germany due to stabilising wholesale prices - while grid fees and levies are expected to rise amid the expansion of RES. The presented key insights are based on a study conducted for Agora Energiewende published in 2023. They were further taken into account in the Industrial Strategy of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). Many thanks to the Franco-German Office for the Energy Transition (DFBEW / OFATE) for the opportunity to speak at this insightful conference. If you want to learn more about this topic, reach out to Carlos Pérez Linkenheil or Jan-Jakob Bergmann. #makingfuture #energytransition #decarbonisation #electricityprices

📈 What does it mean to be data literate? It's more than just crunching numbers; it's about reading, working with, analysing, and communicating data effectively. Fostering a culture of data literacy within an organisation means empowering every employee, not just data scientists, to make informed decisions and share insights. It's about democratising data and making it accessible across all levels, ensuring that data-driven decision-making becomes a part of your company’s DNA. Here are our Top 5 tips for fostering a data literate people and culture: 1️⃣ Devise a comprehensive data and analytics strategy. This strategy should align with the business objectives, bolstering data infrastructure and promoting a data-driven decision-making culture. 2️⃣ Empower with analytical tools. Equip your teams with intuitive analytics tools like Qlik Sense or Power BI, democratising data by presenting it in an easily comprehensible format. 3️⃣ Democratise data. Ensure that every employee has access to relevant data, fostering transparency and utility across different business units, crucial for the development of data literacy. 4️⃣ Invest in training. Comprehensive training on data literacy and how to use analytics solutions is vital. This includes a thorough introduction to data and practical training on analytics tools, tailored to the varied expertise levels within an organisation. 5️⃣ Hire data literate employees. Bringing in data-literate talent can spearhead the shift towards a more data-centric operation model. Fostering data literacy is not solely about tool deployment and hiring practices. It involves cultivating an environment where data becomes a part of the organisational language. This requires practice, strategies, and the right leadership, ensuring that the integration of data solutions into daily operations is seamless and meaningful. 💡 Curious to unlock the full potential of data within your organisation and lead with insight? Dive deeper into developing a data-literate organisation and culture: https://lnkd.in/e7HxtZ4x or contact Ossi Erkkilä. #businessintelligence #dataliteracy #data #analytics

Last Thursday our Data Solutions’ office in Helsinki, Finland had the honour of being the venue of the latest #QlikMeetupHelsinki event. The evening was filled with analytics, insights, networking, and good pizzas. 📈🍕 A special thanks to Emma Camacho from Mail & Deploy - The Reporting Suite for Qlik for her deep-dive into Qlik enterprise reporting capabilities - truly enlightening! 💡 Hannu Ranta from Qlik navigated us through the latest Qlik trends, offering glimpses into the future of augmented intelligence (AI). And Daniel Clarke from Qlik client Sievo shared invaluable insights from a client perspective, reminding us of the real-world impact and strategic advantage that proficient data analytics can bestow upon organisations. 🚀 Many thanks also to Mika Ahtinen from Climber and Tuure Karppimaa from WiseDigi Oy for the excellent organisation as well as the amazing Qlik MeetUp community and Qlik. 💚 We look forward to future gatherings where we can continue to learn, share, and shape the future of data and analytics together. #QlikMeetup #QlikCommunity #data #analytics

We have 800+ consultants around the world working towards #makingfuture 🌍 At AFRY Management Consulting, employees can apply for internal office transfers to any of our locations. How does it feel to work in new surroundings?    Meet Johannes Rahm, a senior consultant, who’s expertise lies in market modelling for (paper) waste. 👋😊 Johannes wanted to strengthen his personal connections and get to know his team better, so he ended up relocated from Munich, Germany, to Vantaa, Finland. “During my time in Finland, I've not only experienced professional growth but also had the privilege of enjoying memorable non-work-related moments. These include midnight boat tours during Juhannus, Finnish Vappu celebrations, band practice with ‘Lost Komppi’ for the AFRY summer party, and unforgettable karaoke nights.” 🥳🎤🎶 What does Johannes think about his time in Finland and the Vantaa office? Read his experiences from the office transfer time: https://lnkd.in/e5grHy4J   #managementconsulting #globalcitizens #officetransferstories

📦 In today's corporate landscape, sustainability benchmarking plays a crucial role in navigating towards sustainable success, as highlighted by Katie Mencke at the SPC Impact 2024 conference in New Orleans. Sustainability benchmarking isn't just compliance but a strategic tool guiding companies through environmental responsibility, regulatory compliance and competition. A systematic approach boosts global sustainability impact and innovation. Anchoring business strategies in sustainability positions companies as leaders in creating a greener future. The process involves a comprehensive blend of quantitative and qualitative analyses. It tracks various metrics, including GHG emissions across Scopes 1, 2 and 3, renewable energy utilisation, and water and air emissions. This reveals a company's impact and uncovers areas for improvement. Benchmarking sustainability performance against predefined targets helps companies meet regulatory demands and enhance operational efficiency. Transparent sharing of successes through ESG ratings strengthens reputations. Reach out to Katie to learn more about how you could use partner benchmarking to navigate regulatory policies and achieve more sustainable operations. Read our full insights: https://lnkd.in/d-6GvPZB #makingfuture #packaging #sustainability

We are excited to announce our bronze partnership with Transport + Energy, including the sponsorship of their Forum and Awards show in November. Transport + Energy provide commentary on the energy and transport sectors, and the work necessary to ensure the UK’s transition to electric vehicles and decarbonised transport is successful. “AFRY Management Consulting is delighted to partner with Transport + Energy. As a lead adviser to the energy transition, our work is deeply rooted in sustainability and transport decarbonisation – across road, maritime and aviation. Whether it’s providing strategic and operational advice, helping our clients build EV charging networks, decarbonise their fleets, or venture into new markets, we’re always keen to collaborate and build new relationships”, said Gill Nowell, Principal at AFRY. 🌐 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eGhTQn2z #makingfuture #energytransition #electricvehicles #decarbonisation

📈🌐 In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, data literacy has emerged as a crucial new citizenship skill. With the ongoing digital transformation marked by automation, augmented intelligence (AI), and machine learning, the ability to interpret and use data is becoming as fundamental as reading and writing. The proliferation of data demands that everyone from individuals to entire organisations become adept at handling this valuable resource. What does it mean to be data literate? 🔍 Data literacy means the ability to read, work with, analyse, and communicate with data. This skill empowers employees at every level to make informed decisions and share insights. Despite its importance, according to a report by Qlik, only 24% of business decision makers are confident in their ability to use data effectively, and only 32% of C-level executives are classed as data literate. 🌱 When talking about data literacy, we often refer to an individual person, but it can also be seen to apply more broadly to an entire organisation. In this case, data literacy additionally includes the utilisation of data in decision-making and the availability of that data to employees across all organisational levels. It's about fostering an inclusive culture where data literacy paves the way for informed decision-making. 💡 What are our 5 tips in working towards more data literate people and culture? Read our article about data literacy and contact us if you think we can help you to build a more data literate company: https://lnkd.in/e7HxtZ4x #businessintelligence #dataliteracy #analytics

🌲 Substantial support for cross-industrial decarbonisation through forests and fibre-based products Commissioned by FAM AB, AFRY Management Consulting has unveiled a report that explores the "substitution effect" – a process where products made from wood fibre serve as environmentally friendlier replacements for fossil-based counterparts, significantly reducing emissions. By increasing recognition of the substitution effect, there is greater potential to meet EU emission reduction targets more feasibly. Additionally, our analysis showcases the important role of actively managed forests in absorbing more carbon from the atmosphere and how bioenergy can support the transition towards more sustainable energy systems across the EU. In the report, we identify an opportunity for enhancement in EU policies by fully acknowledging the climate benefits of forests. The attention has mainly been on carbon sinks, yet there's significant untapped potential in forests and wood-based products as sustainable alternatives that could be better leveraged. Key insights from the report include: ✅ Forest products currently provide a climate benefit akin to the emissions of 50 million EU citizens. ✅ There's an urgent need to recognise and leverage forests' substitution potential to address climate challenges effectively. ✅ By 2050, the substitution effect could amplify to offset as much as 561 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent, marking a substantial cut in EU emissions. ✅ Active and sustainable forest management significantly contributes to the growth of forests, enhancing carbon sinks that mitigate climate change. Currently, there is no one-size-fits-all model for active and sustainable forest management within the EU, which highlights the need for tailored approaches to fully realise the benefits of increased forest growth. In conclusion, adopting a new perspective on forests and their management plays a crucial role in effectively addressing the climate crisis. Understanding and capitalising on the substitution potential of forests can spur further innovation in forest-derived products. This approach is key to developing new solutions to tackle climate challenges, highlighting the interconnected roles of forestry management, bioenergy and innovation in achieving EU climate goals. For more details on the report, please contact Saara Söderberg, Sami Pastila, Salla-Mari Järvinen and Tiina Pajula. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/dnCxDPPf #makingfuture #sustainability #decarbonisation #bioindustry #forests