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Opinion Study TipsSMEs and CSRD: Unlocking Unexpected Benefits
Yes, Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) can gain real benefits by proactively assessing their impacts, risks, and opportunities under the...
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StudyWhat to Do or Not to Do with Your (Sustainability) Event: Unwrapping the Feedback of Impact Day 2023
Last October, in the heart of Tallinn, something remarkable happened. It was Impact Day 2023, the biggest sustainability festival in...
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Study Tips
Sustainability in Action: 30+ Examples How Impact Day Festival Walks the Talk
Impact Day is much more than a festival - it's the largest and sexiest sustainability event in the region. Our...
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Opinion
The True Value of Integrating Culture and Entrepreneurship
Manifesting the potential that exists between culture and entrepreneurship requires deeper mutual cooperation, writes Andrus Hiiepuu, the CEO of Elisa...
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The Wellness Impact of Indoor Plants
Indoor plants offer a wide range of benefits, making them a popular choice for home and office environments. Living in...
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Opinion Study
Embrace Tap Water for a More Sustainable Society
Despite tap water being a perfectly safe choice that is also good to the environment, the consumption of bottled water...
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NewsFrom vision to victory: Impact Day proves that sustainability is here to stay
On 5-6 October Impact Day, the largest sustainability festival in the Baltics took place in Tallinn. More than 150 speakers...
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BREAKING STIGMAS! The sexiest and biggest sustainability festival in the Baltics takes place this week
Impact Day will bring more than 150 well-known and inspiring speakers to Tallinn, Põhjala factory this Thursday and Friday. Approximately...
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Discovering Tallinn: A Cultural and Sustainable Exploration in Estonia
Welcome to Tallinn, the charming capital of Estonia, where history, culture, and sustainability converge to create a unique and enriching...
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InterviewTaavi Kotka stands for a better world
Taavi Kotka is an entrepreneur and angel investor who is rolling up his sleeves to make capitalism fairer. Sustainable values...
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Interview
Kristjan Maruste: the European automotive industry is facing its Nokia moment
Kristjan Maruste is the co-founder and CEO of Kõu Mobility Group. In addition, he was named the EY Estonian Entrepreneur...
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NewsGeothermal Energy: Adven’s Sustainable Expansion
In Finland and Sweden, the energy company Adven has produced dozens of environmentally sustainable solutions based on geothermal energy, or...
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Opinion
Is Sustainability in Money Management Even Possible?
No matter what your role is with money, in one way or another, it's always connected to the companies or individuals...
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NewsGreentech Week: Be Part of the Future City
In 2023 Tallinn holds the title of the European Green Capital and showcases its biodiversity, sustainability governance and eco-innovation. In...
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Interview
Tytti Nahi: one can’t fight human rights issues alone
Tytti Nahi has been working with the human rights issues for more than 20 years. Today, she works as Business...
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Tips
Maximize Your Impact Day Experience: A Guide to Getting the Most Out of the Festival
Impact Day is not just an event, it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of knowledge, inspiration, and...
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Opinion
The Work Culture Needs A Course Change Towards Work Well-Being!
"In Estonian work culture, the pursuit of results is overemphasized, without an agreement being reached regarding their meaning and content,"...
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Interview
Rolf Ladau: change is your friend, not your enemy
In the past 30 years Rolf Ladau has lived and worked in six different countries, carrying various marketing and commercial...
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News
What Is Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) And Who Is It Intended For?
The European Union's new strategy for economic growth is the Green Deal – its goal is to transform the EU...
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Tips
5 Ways to Make Your Business IT Infrastructure More Sustainable
Recognised as one of the world’s most sustainable IT services companies, Atea is increasingly taking steps to minimise its environmental...
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Opinion Study
How Will Greentech Innovations Impact Everyone’s Lives?
Bioeconomy is changing our economy and daily lives. It’s boosting industrial competitiveness via research & development along with the enhancement...
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From Trash to Plate: How to Tackle Food Loss at Home?
Some may wonder is food waste really such a big issue to talk about? Looking at a global level, it...
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Interview
Anders Wijkman: I fear things will get much worse before getting better
Anders Wijkman is a Swedish opinion leader, author and a former politician on both local and EU level. Currently, he...
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Opinion Tips
Helmes: Is Sustainable Software Engineering Part of Your Company’s Sustainability Strategy?
Today, sustainability is no longer optional and is increasingly becoming part of companies' core business. So far, we have been discussing...
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Interview
Birgit Vallmüür: shift your focus from purpose to legacy
Dr. Birgit Vallmüür is the creator of an impactful corporate legacy approach to sustainable and responsible leadership, and speaker on...
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Interview
Anneli Ohvril: today, no contribution is too small
Anneli Ohvril is one of the founders of the world's largest environmental organization, Let's Do It World. In addition, she...
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Tips
10 Fundamentals to Nurture Resilience in Your Company
Like many other countries in the EU, Estonia faces unique challenges in its labor market due to demographic shifts, specifically...
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Tips
Buying is so 2022: 3 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Silence
In a world filled with constant noise and distractions, silence provides a refuge for concentration and creativity. Whether you're brainstorming...
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Interview
Raul Potisepp: does everyone really need to own a personal car?
Raul Potisepp is the CEO and founder of Eleport, a company developing electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Thanks to Eleport, whose...
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Tips
Why is Your Office Waste Container Cheating on You?
Next time you pass a waste container, think twice – is it being honest with you? Luckily, it’s not that...
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News
A New Era for Festivals: Impact Day 2023 Leads with Carbon Neutrality
Impact Day 2023, delivering the largest sustainability celebration in the Baltics, is making history as the region's first carbon-neutral festival....
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InterviewAleksei Turovski: due to market economics, we behave like yeast
Aleksei Turovski is one of Estonia's most beloved zoologists, whose interests encompass parasitology, biology, and ethology. Aleksei is fascinated by...
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News Opinion Tips
How to Turn Collective Failure into Collective Success?
To become an inspiring speaker who can captivate large crowds, the most important factors are genuine interest and passion for...
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News
Pan-Baltic Contest Seeks the Next Influential Speaker
Impact Speaker Contest, one of the side events of the pan-Baltic sustainability festival Impact Day 2023, has opened its applications....
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InterviewKaido Kaare: in the next 50 years, we won’t start consuming insects as food
Over the past 20 years, Kaido Kaare has led various food companies in Estonia, such as Wõro, Atria, Kalev, and...
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Opinion Study
Greenwashing Backfires with Lawsuits
The truth is solid, the lie is falling down – that is the state of sustainability, as companies are increasingly...
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Opinion Tips
Why Do We Need Reusable Dishes?
It's widely understood that people who recognize the significance of environmental issues tend to adopt environmentally friendly behaviors more often...
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TipsReal Impact Comes from Changing the Way You Think
According to Kristi Tiido, the founder of Phére studio, real impact comes from changing the way you think. She believes...
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Opinion
Climate Crisis and Economic Crisis Go Hand in Hand
Existing business practices are being replaced by new, more sustainable approaches, driven by stronger environmental protection regulations, says Helen Tammemäe,...
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Interview
Peeter Pihel: we no longer have time, we must act today
Top chef Peeter Pihel is a co-founder of Fotografiska Tallinn and the architect of their zero-waste cooking concept. Previously, he...
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Interview
How Companies Adapt and Contribute to a More Sustainable Future?
According to Kaie Kriiska, Sustainability Advisor of the SEB Business Segment, when assessing the credit risk of corporate loans, the...
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Tips
Unlocking the Art of Public Speaking
Everyone has probably encountered the influence of a tedious speech as a listener: how time seems to stretch, attention gets...
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Interview
Sofia Breitholtz: youth teaches us curiosity
Like many other mission-driven people, Sofia Breitholtz is pitching in to try and help the planet to survive. Her weapon...
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Interview
Triin Hertmann: being green keeps you on the winners side
Triin Hertmann is one of the founders of Grünfin, a sustainable investment platform gaining lots of positive and future-looking momentum...
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StudyBuilding an Eco-Friendly Company: Strategies and Best Examples
Building an eco-friendly company is not only a responsible choice but also a strategic one in today's business landscape. With...
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Study
Environmental Impact in Business: Assessments, Issues, and Solutions
Environmental impact has become a critical consideration in the world of business. As society grows increasingly concerned about the state...
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Study
Best Business Events in Baltics 2023
Are you ready to unlock new opportunities, expand your network, and stay ahead in today's dynamic and competitive business landscape?...
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Interview
Martin Vares: soon everyone will be printing stuff at home using a 3D printer
Martin Vares is the co-founder and CEO of the metal fabrication platform Fractory. He is listed in the prestigious Forbes...
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InterviewPaul Hawken: we need to awaken our sense of connectedness
Paul Hawken is one of the leading voices of the environmental movement, he has authored nine best-selling books and is...
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Study
Top 15 Festivals and Conferences About Sustainability in Europe
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on our planet? Well, get ready to dive into a world of...
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Interview
Joseph Kim: the goal is not to win but to stay in the game
Joseph Kim is a Master Trainer at The Optimism Company founded by Simon Sinek. Joe's mission is to guide the...
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Study10 Sustainable Business Ideas & Practices in Baltics
Sustainable business ideas have gained prominence, with a great influence from Generation Z's strong commitment to sustainability. Their awareness has...
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News
Baltic Leaders Rally for Sustainability at the Largest Regional Festival
Over 100 globally recognized sustainability leaders from the Baltics and beyond, a team of 15 organizing bodies, and a diverse...
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Interview
Kai Realo: we’ll be fishing for plastic soon in the ocean, not fish
Kai Realo is one of Estonia's most esteemed leaders, having held top positions in several companies and organizations. Today, she...
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Interview
Merit Valdsalu: people may fight for survival 50 years from now
Merit Valdsalu is the co-founder and CEO of the greentech company Single.Earth. Together with an international team, she has undertaken...
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InterviewEerik Oja: soon everyone will charge their cars at home
Planet42 is a long-term car rental service company, founded and led by Eerik Oja, whose mission is to reduce transportation...
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Interview
Kadri Haljas: psychologist cannot drag a person through life 24/7
Kadri Haljas' mission began at the end of secondary school when she realized she wanted to become a psychologist. Today,...
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Interview
Stefan Larsson-Mastonstråle: we need to understand the why behind things
Stefan Larsson-Mastonstråle has founded and co-founded more than 30 companies throughout the years and worked with startups and incubator companies....
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Tips
How to Dress (More) Sustainably?
"But I have nothing to wear!" is a problem, and often an ill-conceived one, that almost everyone has faced at...
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Interview
Epp Kärsin: don’t live for others, live for yourself
Epp Kärsin, the expert of pleasure, is not influenced by dominant patterns in society or the opinions of others. She...
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Interview
Rasmus Rask: the planet will survive, but will humanity?
Rasmus Rask has been involved in several forward-looking ventures, of which the ice cream factory La Muu is perhaps the...
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InterviewGunter Pauli: we are sleeping with our eyes wide open
Gunter Pauli is an environmental thinker and visionary on a grand scale, he is behind the Blue Economy business model...
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Tips
16 Ways to Gain Knowledge and New Contacts While Attending a Festival
How to gain maximum amount of knowledge and new contacts while attending a festival/conference? Presented here is one way of...
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Tips
The One Main Idea Participants Got from Impact Day
We asked the Impact Day 2022 participants to write down one main thought/idea that they got from the event. So...
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Tips
TIPS & TRICKS | 25 Ways to Be More Sustainable
Sustainability - (im)possible? Well, you obviously already know what we think about that. So here are 25 small hacks on...
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Tips
How Can an Event Change the World for the Better? (Impact Day x SDG)
Event management is something that produces a large number of disposable items – whether it's disposable carpets, lots of tape...
