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Creating an interaction space between citizens and decision makers is key to reach climate neutrality in our cities
Collaborating with citizens is necessary to achieve climate-neutral cities. Interaction space is key in this regard, says Geiske Bouma. Read her reflection.

How policymakers can put general prosperity into practice
General prosperity bridges the gap between economic growth and well-being. How do you translate this into practice as a policymaker? Read it here.

Crises call for different transition policies
Transition science offers, when properly interpreted, many concrete policy recommendations. Read Rik Braams' reflection.

The future earning capacity of Dutch industry
The Dutch economy needs to innovate. Investing in R&D and innovation is therefore especially important. Why? Read Thijmen van Bree's reflection.

How to deploy Smart Industry field labs effectively
In Smart Industry fieldlabs, we collaborate with partners on new digital technology. Read more.

Dutch rate for district heating higher than elsewhere
Interest in energy prices, especially in heat networks, is growing. Recent TNO calculations show an increasing price difference in recent years.

Europe’s digital future: more control over technologies and data
In a new Vector study, the developments in the field of digital transformation in Europe have been mapped out. Read the conclusions.

Reflection: the European Critical Raw Materials Act and the road to strategic autonomy
Does the new EU raw materials law ensure Europe's strategic autonomy? Elmer Rietveld reflects on the strategy. Read his findings here.

First study into Dutch ecosystems in a European context
TNO Vector initiated research into Dutch ecosystems in Europe to promote vital innovation. Read the recommendations.

Acceleration Compass
Discover how TNO Vector's Compass methodology helps innovation orchestrators scale up the development of innovation processes faster.

The innovative power of good regulations
Are rules and laws obstacles to progress in innovations? Not according to Lotte de Groen. Read his 5 reason in his reflection.

Development of a data space: it starts with many cups of coffee
In a Data Space, you securely share your data with partners. But how do you set up such a collaboration? We researched it. Read the recommendations.

Reflection: Digitalisation as a transition requires a different way of looking at things
How would digitisation appear when considered as a transition, rather than a transformation? Read Anne Fleur van Veenstra's reflection.

Major systemic changes require transformative government
Civil servants may and wish to play a more active role in transition issues. How? Read the 4 recommendations for governments on transitions.

Dutch manufacturing chemistry needs new working practices to go green
Manufacturing chemistry must green up to continue to meet environmental & climate requirements. Read our exploration for emerging practices.
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Lotte de Groen
Functie:Acting market directorSpecialisatie niet bekendMy name is Lotte de Groen, business developer for Transitions in Industrial Systems at TNO Vector. In this role, I am involved in the sustainable transformation of production in the chemical sector and manufacturing industry, as well as forming the market for products and components that contribute to the sustainability of the industry.
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E-mail:E-mail Lotte
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LinkedIn:Lotte on LinkedIn
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Anne Fleur van Veenstra
Functie:Director of ScienceSpecialisatie niet bekendWhat drives me is to enable our researchers to apply their knowledge and realise societal innovation.
TNO Vector is a transdisciplinary research centre that develops and applies key enabling methodologies for societal challenges. As Director of Science, I am responsible for the development of our knowledge portfolio. I maintain relationships with other knowledge institutes.
I am also Professor by Special Appointment Governance of data and algorithm for urban policy at Leiden University. My research focuses on public sector digital innovation, such as the use of artificial intelligence, and on regulation of digital technology.
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E-mail:E-mail Anne Fleur
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LinkedIn:Anne Fleur on LinkedIn
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