Almost There AB

Educating about climate change from school age is very important, and it is equally important to do so in a constructive and empowering way. Clim@venture 1.5 was created precisely for this purpose: to bring climate education to high schools across Europe.

On the 17th of June from 19.00 to 20.00, Almost There will present Clim@venture 1.5 school program during an online meeting).

Clim@venture 1.5 is an innovative project dedicated to integrating climate education and action into high school curricula across Europe. This event aims to introduce educators to the comprehensive materials developed through this project and demonstrate their application in the classroom.

ALMOST THERE Almost There: Fueling semi-circular business models and innovative regional development since 1998. Led by Tom Løyche and Per Myrén, we catalyze change management, empower startups, and shape impactful educational initiatives. Join our journey towards meaningful change.

Almost There runs an Accelerator Program to support, coach and invest in ventures and entreprenuers. CEO Tom Løyche shares his why.

“Well, it is almost personal. We started from scratch ourselves. With just an idea and a big empty space to start from. We are now in a fortunate position 20 years later, where we have the possibility to support good entrepreneurs.”

Among recent investments are businesses like Noah - Lokal Mat, an ecosystem to increase sales of locally produced food and a support system to simplify trade for small-scale producers, as well as DIRI Safety Solutions, a tool designed to raise awareness of the risks workers face through RISK CARDS®. Almost There also operate Peetgården Säfvast, a 16th century farm and meeting place in Boden, as well as Foodmaker, a sustainable catering business in Boden aimed at increasing the local degree of self-sufficiency in the North of Sweden.

👉 Full interview and more information on our Accelerator program: https://almostthere.se/news/why-we-run-an-accelerator-program

💡 Wan't to get in touch? Don't hesitate to reach out to [email protected]

We are proud to present to first acts of Earth Oddity Festival in August: the musical geniouses Franska Trion and AstroAgronomist Tor Blomqvist.

From Space Oddity to Earth Oddity - we are almost there. Earth Oddity is a two day festival with music, talks and experiments at Peetgården, Boden. Exploring the Norrland of tomorrow on August 30 - 31.

Early bird tickets available until June 2nd at www.earthoddity.se

Noah Local Food makes it easy for the public to shop from local, small-scale food producers in their area. The company is based in Norrbotten and currently works with about 40 producers to help them reach the market with their products.

Almost There is proud to invest in Noah - Lokal Mat, sharing their vision of contributing to a vibrant countryside and increased self-sufficiency in Sweden.

“Our drive is about making it easier for small producers to reach the market. It’s fantastic to work with something so important to society,” says Malin Winsa, CEO at Noah.

This spring, Almost There is investing in Noah to continue supporting the business and its planned expansion outside Norrbotten. The investment is done through Almost There’s Accelerator Program.

“We invest in Noah because they share one of our core values, to create better business conditions for local food producers. Noah has created an empowering and fair system to support entrepreneurs. It’s a problem we also wanted to address. Therefore, it makes sense to now collaborate to increase local food production,” says Tom Løyche, CEO of Almost There.

🌱 Learn more about Noah here: https://almostthere.se/news/noah-creates-opportunities-for-local-food-producers

👉 Interested to know more about our Accelerator program? Look no further: https://almostthere.se/accelerator

”Spaning på framtidens gröna kunskap” - välkommen på omvärldsspaning!

Det pratas mer och mer om gröna jobb och gröna kompetenser; grön affärskompetens, grönt ledarskap och grön förändringsledare. Vad innebär det och vad är det?

Välkommen på 45 min digitalt öppet möte som arrangeras av Almost There i samarbete med CirEko. Det finns flera alternativa datum att välja på.

Ta del av vår omvärldsspaning och tillsammans reflektera vi över de kompetenser och yrkesroller som behövs för att möta morgondagens utmaningar.

Mötet är en del av ambitionen att få fram en yrkeshögskoleutbildning som möter dessa behov. Din expertis och perspektiv är värdefulla för att skapa nya insikter och möjligheter.

👉 24 maj kl 08:15-09:00: https://ui.ungpd.com/Events/dfa2b877-e9c5-4402-b7df-2125dfe14f6c

👉 28 maj kl 08:15-09.00: https://ui.ungpd.com/Events/ecbe660d-dbf8-4c01-83b1-968cd57c93cb

We are happy to share insights from our recent EU24 event on food sustainability! Together with the Nätet project, funded by Vinnova, Västmat, and Värt, we dove into the theme of "Local self-sufficiency - urban food production & logistics." Our goal? To spark mindful debate and craft actionable solutions for a more sustainable food future.

At three engaging stations, participants explored:

Producers/Sources: Strategies to strengthen local cultivation and processing, enhancing competitiveness while embracing self-sufficiency.

Distribution & Logistics: Overcoming challenges in getting products from farm to table, empowering local businesses with innovative solutions.

End Users/Consumers: Understanding consumer behavior and preferences, empowering individuals to support local, sustainable choices.

By fostering dialogue and collaboration, we're not just talking about change – we're making it happen. Together, we're building resilient food systems that benefit communities and the planet. Join us in shaping a more sustainable future!

We are delighted to introduce you to one of our speakers for our upcoming European Climate Action Day on May 24: Dr Volker Ludwig, a representative for international affairs at the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Abfallwirtschaft e.V. who takes part in various waste management and circular economy projects across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

Dr Volker Ludwig has a diploma in industrial engineering, specializing in mechanical engineering, and a doctorate in political science with public law.
Since 2002, he has been the managing Director of . Ludwig Intelligent Projects GmbH, an international scientific, economic and technical consulting company. The clientele approximately consists of 50% public or publicly funded projects and 50% contracts from the private sector.
He has had project experience in over 20 countries, focusing on Europe, North Africa and the Middle East, particularly in Egypt the Vice President of the German-Egyptian Society Bonn-Cairo e.V.
From 2009 to 2011, he was a member of the steering group of the Recycling and Efficiency Technology Initiative of the Federal Ministry for the Environment (ReTech).
He’s engaged in various waste management/circular economy projects as an expert for waste management in the Republic of Cyprus and as part of the European Union’s Green Deal.
He is in charge of the management of the German National Membership of ISWA.

Join us in crafting a greener tomorrow – circular economy and beyond. In this panel discussion, we will go beyond the boundaries of traditional economic discourse to explore the broader implications of circularity on our planet’s well-being. Our experts will delve into how embracing circular principles in all aspects of life, from waste management to art, can guide the way for a more resilient, equitable, and environmentally conscious future.

🗓️Date: May 24, 2024
⏰Time: 11:00 - 19:00
📍Location: Europäisches Haus Berlin
Unter den Linden 78, 10117 Berlin

🔗Register and participate here🔗
https://cloud.comparative.space/index.php/apps/forms/s/rQtT2RXCpiHmWJacWFgcxEjK





ALDA - European Association for Local Democracy Fundacja Otwarty Plan EGEA EGEA Alumni Weekend 2011 Almost There AB Kontaktstelle CERV Deutschland

PL/ANG

🌍 Zapraszamy na seminarium "Climate migration as a matter of justice” 🌍

📅Data 13-14 czerwca 2024 r.
🌐Lokalizacja: Kraków, Skład Solny

Czy wiesz, że coraz więcej ludzi na całym świecie zostaje zmuszonych do opuszczenia swoich domów z powodu zmian klimatycznych? Migracja spowodowana przez kryzys klimatyczny staje się coraz bardziej palącym problemem globalnym, który wymaga uwagi i wspólnych działań.

Dlatego też serdecznie zapraszamy Was na nasze nadchodzące seminarium: "Climate migration as a matter of justice”. To wyjątkowe wydarzenie poświęcone będzie zgłębieniu złożonych wyzwań i etycznych kwestii związanych z migracją spowodowaną zmianami klimatycznymi, przy szczególnym uwzględnieniu zasad sprawiedliwości i równości.

Dołączcie do nas i bądźcie częścią tej ważnej rozmowy o przyszłości naszego świata. Szczegóły dotyczące rejestracji znajdziecie na naszej stronie internetowej: https://otwartyplan.org/seminarium-climate-migration-as-a-matter-of-justice/

Seminarium jest zorganizowane dzięki Fundacja Współpracy Polsko-Niemieckiej

Partnerzy wydarzenia: ALDA - European Association for Local Democracy Comparative Research Network Almost There AB EAGEA Alumni Centrum Wielokulturowe w Krakowie
Jagiellońskie Centrum Studiów Migracyjnych

Zapraszamy!

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🌍 Welcome to the seminar “Climate migration as a matter of justice” 🌍

📅Date: June 13-14, 2024.
🌐Location: Krakow, Skład Solny

Did you know that more and more people around the world are being forced to leave their homes due to climate change? Migration caused by the climate crisis is becoming an increasingly urgent global problem that requires attention and concerted action.

Therefore, we cordially invite you to our upcoming seminar: “Climate migration as a matter of justice”. This unique event will explore the complex challenges and ethical issues of climate change-induced migration, with a special focus on the principles of justice and equity.

Join us and be part of this important conversation about the future of our world. Registration details can be found on our website: https://otwartyplan.org/seminarium-climate-migration-as-a-matter-of-justice/

Seminarium jest zorganizowane dzięki Fundacja Współpracy Polsko-Niemieckiej

Partnerzy wydarzenia: ALDA - European Association for Local Democracy Comparative Research Network Almost There AB EAGEA Alumni Centrum Wielokulturowe w Krakowie
Jagiellońskie Centrum Studiów Migracyjnych

If you are in Berlin on the 24th of May, don't miss the opportunity to join us!

We are delighted to introduce you to one of our Green cities panel’s speakers for our upcoming European Climate Action Day on May 24: Przemysław Piechocki, president of the Stowarzyszenie Na Rzecz Spółdzielni Socjalnych (Association for Social Cooperatives) in Poznań, involved in the field of social economy and engaged in the building of its sustainable growth.

Przemysław Piechocki has an educational background in management engineering and has a diploma of postgraduate studies in social economy management at the University of Warsaw.
Since 2003, he has been involved in the movement of building the social economy sector in Poland.
He is president of the Association for Social Cooperatives in Poznań - a non-governmental organization supporting social entrepreneurship, which sets itself the task of building a sustainable ecosystem for the social economy to grow, including social enterprises and cooperatives, throughout the country. The Association for Social Cooperatives is certified by the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Affairs as the Social Economy Support Centre in Poland which established more than 300 social enterprises.
Przemysław Piechocki is an author of publications, reports, expertise and innovative solutions in the field of social economy.
He is also the vice-chair of the National Committee for the Development of the Social Economy of the auxiliary body of the Ministry of Family and Social Policy in 2016-2022.

Come along for a panel discussion where our experts explore the power of green cities in shaping our future. From innovative urban planning to urban gardens, our panelists will examine how to mitigate environmental challenges in the cities. Together we will design the path towards vibrant, inclusive, and eco-friendly urban landscapes for ourselves and the next generations.

🗓️Date: May 24, 2024
⏰Time: 11:00 - 19:00
📍Location: Europäisches Haus Berlin
Unter den Linden 78, 10117 Berlin

🔗Register and participate here🔗
https://cloud.comparative.space/index.php/apps/forms/s/rQtT2RXCpiHmWJacWFgcxEjK





EGEA EGEA Alumni Weekend 2011 Almost There AB Kontaktstelle CERV Deutschland
Fundacja Otwarty Plan ALDA - European Association for Local Democracy

“This is an important education. A program that has been missing, especially in the expanding cultural sector in the north. An education designed to actively work in the midst of societal transformation.”

- Jan-Erik Lundström, curator, writer, and historian with a focus on contemporary art, visual culture, and photography. Jan-Erik has had the main responsibility for creating the content for the educational program.

This fall, the new Higher Vocational Education (YH), International Culture Producer, will start with a special focus on northern Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Sápmi. This is a professional role increasingly sought after in the growing cultural sector in the north, not least to ensure a sustainable cultural scene and to give art and culture a central place in the regional development.

👉 Read more and apply by May 5th: https://almostthere.se/news/why-more-cultural-producers-are-needed-in-the-north

Big questions, sure to stimulate interesting answers about the ever so important role of arts and culture in our society. Apply to our International Culture Producer program by May 5th!

Become the link between culture, arts, and the public – study for a leading role in cultural production and community development this fall.

The two year higher vocational education will start September 2, 2024, have English as main language and run remotely with selected meetups (2 each semester) at relevant cultural events in the North of Sweden, Norway and Finland. 20 weeks of internship, 13 weeks of culture production. Applications are open from February 5th 2024. Last day for application is May 5th.

👉 Read more and apply: https://almostthere.se/education

"We want to meet the major industrial transformation in the North with knowledge about how art and culture can play the role that it should." - Per Myren

Our new higher vocational education "International Culture Producer" is featured in NSD, highlighting the importance of a cultural education with a strong Northern context.

"Art and culture have gained a prominent role in the discussion about how we create attractive communities; writing the history of tomorrow." - Fredrika Johansson

👉 For full interview (in Swedish) visit: https://nsd.se/kultur/kultur-och-noje/artikel/ny-kulturutbildning-i-boden-viktigt-med-en-regional-kontext-/r1xo3n1j

🍎 To learn more about the program, and to apply (deadline May 5th), visit: https://almostthere.se/education

Ny kulturutbildning i Boden: "Viktigt med en regional kontext" Ny kulturutbildning i Boden med Norrbotten som spelplan. ”Vi vill möta den stora industriella omställningen med kunskap om hur konst och kultur får spela den roll den bör ha”, säger Per Myrén, utbildningsansvarig.

Within the construction and industrial sectors workplaces are filled with risks where people are injured every year due to inadequate safety information. DIRI Safety Solutions are planing to change that.

DIRI is a simple, digital risk management system that helps deliver customized safety information to everyone at the workplace. Founders Melinda Persson and Linda Morén view clear information and easily accessible mobile-based training as crucial keys to creating safer workplaces in Sweden, and eventually across Europe.

At Almost There, we are very proud to support DIRI by welcoming them to our Accelerator Program. We strongly believe that DIRI can help reshape how we think about workplace safety in the industry.

👉 Don't miss our interview with founder Melinda Persson: https://almostthere.se/news/diri-creates-safer-workplaces-in-the-construction-industry

During the SM week in Boden, we distributed 1000 seed packets of summer carrots to visitors of the winter sport festivities.

Imagine if 1000 people in Norrbotten would plant their own carrots this spring, and eat them this summer. Imagine if it wasn’t just about carrots, but also about other crops and food. Creating a local ecosystem for food that benefits both individuals and local food artisans.

Almost There runs Foodmaker in Boden. A company specializing in food experiences and catering. We believe in impact through food. That food is more than food; it is a means of sustainable change. Clean ingredients, following the seasons, locally produced as far as possible. Prepared with care by us in Boden. Good for the planet, and good for you.

🥕 Learn more at www.foodmaker.se

Become the link between culture, arts, and the public – study for a leading role in cultural production and community development as an international culture producer.

At Almost There we are happy to announce our new two-year higher vocational education International Culture Producer, starting in September 2024 and running remotely.

👉 Learn more and apply now:

ALMOST THERE Almost There: Fueling semi-circular business models and innovative regional development since 1998. Led by Tom Løyche and Per Myrén, we catalyze change management, empower startups, and shape impactful educational initiatives. Join our journey towards meaningful change.

Almost There set to create a sustainable food experience with Northern influences for the SM week in Boden this March!

“We see the SM week as a great opportunity to showcase the impact that the food we eat, produce, and grow can have on both people and the local community. We will take this opportunity to not only serve food of the highest quality to visitors during the SM week but also to spread knowledge and inspiration about how we can make a difference through food,” says Tom Løyche, CEO of Almost There.

As a proud partner to the Swedish Championships week (SM-veckan) in Boden, Almost There is preparing for an intense week of winter sports, community, and good food between March 20 - 26. Throughout the week, Almost There is responsible for providing food and drinks to over 3000 visitors, something that is planned with a great sense of responsibility for the environment, also with an aim of putting traditional food from the North on the map.

👉 Read full news update: https://almostthere.se/news/almost-there-to-create-sustainable-food-experience-with-northern-influences-for-the-sm-week-in-boden

🍻 Exciting News from the World of Microbreweries! 🌍
Attention beer enthusiasts, sustainability champions, and circular economy advocates! 📢
We're thrilled to announce the culmination of the SMILEce project on implementing circular economy practices in microbrewing! 🔄🍺
After months of hard work and dedication, we're proud to unveil the final results. 🌟
We organised 5 events to spread the word. At each event, industry experts, brewers, and sustainability pioneers converged to delve deep into the innovative strategies and educational materials we've developed to revolutionize microbrewing practices. From reducing waste and energy consumption to enhancing resource efficiency, our project highlights the immense potential for sustainability within the brewing industry. 🌿♻️
Now, it's time to spread the word far and wide! 📣
Join us as we share insights, success stories, and actionable steps towards a more sustainable future for microbreweries. Be part of the movement driving change and making a positive impact on both the environment and the craft beer community. 🌎🍻
Stay tuned for updates, highlights, and exclusive content from our events.
Let's raise a glass to sustainability, innovation, and the bright future of microbrewing! Cheers! 🍻🌟

https://www.smilecebrewing.eu/project-news

The organisations partnering in the Leadfarm 5.0 met at Almost There in Gothenburg.

We are shaping an impactful educational program tailored for the boards of cooperatives of farmers. The discussions covered pivotal themes, including:

🌾 Agri-Food of the Future: Exploring the intersection of Agriculture, Environment, and Climate Change.

🤖 Emerging Technologies: Navigating the realms of AI and Robotics in the agricultural landscape.

📈 Effective Management Strategies: Addressing the challenges and opportunities in cooperative management.

💡 Social and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding the human side of agricultural cooperation.

But that's not all! Alongside the curriculum, we huddled together to craft a roadmap for the Agri-Food cooperative of the future. 🚜✨

Enthusiastic about the potential impact of this initiative and grateful for the collaborative spirit of all partners in Leadfarm 5.0. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to sow the seeds of knowledge and innovation in the agricultural landscape! 🌱🤝

Rethinking regional development. Fueling circular business models. Accelerating impact startups. Attempting to solve world problems over dinner with friends and foes. We are almost there. Or are we just almost starting?

Founded in 1998 by Tom Løyche and Per Myrén, Almost there (formerly Changemaker) was born as a consultancy agency aimed to stir things up and facilitate change management. More than twenty-five years and hundreds of scribbled notebooks later, things have evolved. From Zero to One, we continue to seek situations where we can help people, organizations or societies take the first step from nothing to something. Learning is always at the center of the process; no one has all the answers, but we are smarter together.

We’ve established, run and sold the higher vocational educational schools Changemaker Educations and Futuregames. From this we bring with us the legacy of helping thousands of students enter and make a mark on the labour market. As well as helping companies grow with new ideas and talent. Several large European and EU-funded projects have been entered to make a sustainable impact on local societies. We continue to work with a strong focus on regional development in the North of Sweden and other remote locations around the world. We’ve also bought and reimagined a 17th century farm in Boden; now acting as a testbed for our circular methodology.

We are Almost There. We are consultants in regional development and change management. Project leaders and partners in collaborative global projects. And an Accelerator for impact startups; supporting people, organizations or societies with either big or small ambitions to make the world better.

Story in the making. Follow us in the process.

👉 Visit our new website: https://www.almostthere.se/

Mark your calendar for THE MOST important evening of November: where remarkable women will share their unique perspectives on dealing with the climate crisis. It's your opportunity to partake in dialogues with experts and kindred spirits. 🙌
📅 Don't forget to save the date: November 29, 2023
🕕 6:00 PM (Berlin Time)
🌐 Venue: Virtual Event
🌟 Event Name: "Urgency, Voices, Visions: Women's Impact and Resilience in the Face of the Climate Crisis" 🌟
Presented by the Comparative Research Network as a part of the "EU24 – engage for the planet" European initiative, this discussion seeks to illuminate the distinct challenges confronting women amidst the climate crisis and their remarkable contributions in addressing it.
Eager to participate? Secure your spot by registering here: https://cloud.comparative.space/.../DdxeJptHgiHNH2tyJmdbtA8M 📩
But that's not all – you can also be a catalyst for change! Help us amplify the message by sharing this invitation with your coworkers, acquaintances, and networks. 🔄
Let's collaboratively create a more comprehensive and inclusive conversation. 💪🌎

CIRCULAR ECONOMY at CANVAS FARM BREWERY Maurice Deasy of Canvas Farm and Brewery Talks to SmileCE about how shapes everything they do in and ...

On the 9th and 10th of March Changemaker participated in the Anna Lindh Foundation networking meeting at the World Culture Museum in Gothenburg. During the two-day long event, we had the possibility to meet other members and alumni of the Anna Lindh Foundation Swedish network and network coordinators from Denmark, Finland, Germany, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
Changemaker was represented by Anne Jordanov who gave a workshop about how to use the impact canvas tool for social projects.

Hej! Rebecka Larsson heter jag och det är mig du har kontakt med om du vill boka något hos oss. 🙋🏽‍♀️

Vi erbjuder unika och skräddarsydda konferenser och ser till att ert företag har det trevligt från start till slut.

Välkommen till en unik och mysig miljö för ditt styrelsemöte, affärsmöte eller kurs!

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