MNEXT (formerly the Center of Expertise – Biobased Economy (CoE BBE)) is researching about the link between Geopolymer, Alginate and Natural fibres treated using Alginate, more specifically about the potential usage of Sodium Alginate and Alginate-treated natural fibres as biological/sustainable binder/activator …

Background Refrigerated containers or 'reefers' are essential for transporting fresh fruit and vegetables in transnational supply chains. By refrigeration, they ensure that food quality is better preserved and food losses are reduced. Countries that produce fresh produce also unlock new markets for export …

Dit onderzoek richt zich op de motieven die invloed hebben op de keuze van alumni om zichzelf in te zetten als change agent voor de circulaire transitie in hun werkveld en is uitgevoerd in opdracht van Center of Expertise Sustainability & Circularity Transitions. In het vooronderzoek en het theoretisch …

Dit onderzoek richt zich op de motieven die invloed hebben op de keuze van alumni om zichzelf in te zetten als change agent voor de circulaire transitie in hun werkveld en is uitgevoerd in opdracht van Center of Expertise Sustainability & Circularity Transitions. In het vooronderzoek en het theoretisch …

The relevance of citizen participation in regeneration projects, particularly in shrinking cities, is widely acknowledged, and this topic has received a great deal of policy and academic attention. Although the many advantages of citizen participation in regeneration projects have been identified, its …

Keynote at Climate Existence conference 16-18 August, 2023, Sigtuna, Sweden.

The free market underpins our economy and our way of thinking around enterprise and value, but it is also a major factor in the sustainability problems that we now live with. Climate change, child labour and oil spills are just a few of the many problems associated with our economic activity and, although …

In Europe, green hydrogen and biogas/green gas are considered important renewable energy carriers, besides renewable electricity and heat. Still, incentives proceed slowly, and the feasibility of local green gas is questioned. A supply chain of decentralised green hydrogen production from locally generated …

In this report, the question “How can gamification elements be used in data visualizations that are aimed at children ages 6 – 12 in The Netherlands, to communicate the most current topics of sustainability within the household?” is answered through extensive desk research, surveys, and brainstorm workshops …