Internationalisation is often portrayed as an entrepreneurial act driven by individual firms. In reality, SMEs rarely expand internationally on their own. Research highlights the critical role of intermediary organisations — including business support institutions,...
On 23 January, Valmiera’s new Circularity HUB hosted a hands-on workshop, transforming how households view leather. Led by artist Magareta Svikule-Cigelniece, the event highlighted leather’s durability and potential for sustainable reuse, aligning with circular...
This study presents a novel magnetic photocatalyst designed to remove persistent pharmaceutical pollutants from water. The research focuses on the degradation of carbamazepine, an antiepileptic drug, and cyclophosphamide, a cytostatic compound frequently detected in...
Have you ever looked back at a successful outcome and realized it all hinged on one pivotal decision to say "yes" to collaboration? Early last spring Light in the Dark was moving into the live piloting phase, where we piloted some of the off-season...
Sustainable Business Hub Scandinavia prepared a material for Swedish stakeholders (in Swedish language) that highlights two major outputs: the transnational standard for green industrial areas, which provides guidance on how to identify and promote sustainable...
Yesterday, we were showcasing our Community Corner concept at the Welfare Technology Fair in Pori. The showcase included prototypes from several projects, for example a VR Nature Trail, Emoji Flashcards, and an Emoji Digital Game, and explored their potential to...
The exchange centered on two study visits: Mänttä-Vilppula visited Pori in February 2025, followed by Pori’s visit in May 2025. These visits enabled deep dives into community development, cultural services, and the reuse of vacant urban spaces, while also...
As part of Tartu’s shift from traditional infrastructure to climate-resilient planning, the pilot shows how old industrial areas can become vibrant landscapes that provide services like flood control, urban cooling, ecological connectivity, and recreational...
The dissemination report Result Dissemination beyond the Consortium serves as a comprehensive experience booklet, documenting the CITYAM project's outreach, communication, and lobbying efforts. Its core purpose is to provide a practical resource for European cities,...
Both cities have recently experienced increased migration, particularly following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. With many newcomers settling in local neighbourhoods and enrolling their children in schools, municipal officials faced an urgent need to...
