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12 forslag til at forebygge ensomhed : En opsamling på debatstafet på de nordiske- og baltiske demokratifestivaler 2024
No full textEnsomhed er en væsentlig udfordring i dagens samfund. I 2024 arrangerede Nordisk Ministerråd en debatserie med møder i Danmark, Sverige, Norge, Finland, Letland og Estland med et overordnet tema: Hvordan bekæmper vi ensomhedsudfordringen? Resultatet fra møderne præsenteres i denne rapport i form af 12 forslag til, hvordan man kan arbejde for at forebygge ensomhed
Et resilient Arktis Nordens Arktisk Program 2025-2027
No full textNordens Arktis Program 2025-2027 vil have et særligt fokus på at sikre sociale, økonomiske og klima resiliente lokalsamfund i Arktis. Med fokus på stærke civilsamfund, bæredygtig økonomisk vækst og stabile grønne energiløsninger, vil programmet støtte lokale initiativer og partnerskaber, der inspirerer til øget robusthed i Arktis. Via Nordens Arktis Program 2025-2027 støtter Nordisk Ministerråd innovative arktiske projekter i tråd med Vision 2030
Knowledge development post-COVID-19
No full textNew policy paper highlights lessons to be learnt from the emergence of post-Covid condition (PCC). The purpose of this policy paper is to summarise the key scientific findings on PCC and the relevant research needs that have been identified in the project “Knowledge development post-COVID” initiated by the Nordic Council of Ministers in accordance with the policy priorities of the Nordic Council
Tracking Nordic Clean Energy Progress 2025
No full textTracking Nordic Clean Energy Scenarios 2024 highlights the Nordic countries' shared commitment to achieving carbon neutrality through ambitious energy transitions. The report reflects on significant progress in renewable energy, electrification, and emissions reductions, while addressing challenges in areas such as industry, land use, and infrastructure. With 96% of electricity now fossil-free and pioneering projects in hydrogen and energy storage, the Nordics continue to lead in sustainable energy. However, swifter action and closer cooperation are essential to meet climate targets. This publication provides valuable insights and guidance for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders working towards a sustainable future
Known and unknown PFAS in Norwegian adults: Temporal Trends and Sources
No full textThe study investigated fluorinated chemicals in humans and their changes over 2–3 weeks (T1 vs T2). Samples were collected in Norway, from September 2016 to November 2017. Exposure sources to known per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) and unrecognized fluorinated chemicals were studied. Methods measured 64 PFASs and extractable organofluorine (EOF). Up to 81% of detected fluorinated chemicals were unrecognized, with a median of 38%. About 36% of participants showed EOF concentration changes >25%. Trifluoroacetic acid (TFA) comprised ~33% of EOF and was the most abundant PFAS. No link was found between unrecognized EOF and diet or personal care at T1, but T2 proportions correlated with vegetable/potato consumption. In a separate cohort, fluorinated medication users had higher TFA and EOF. Further research is needed to identify TFA sources and other fluorinated chemicals
Implementing missions in Nordic regions
No full textThis policy brief aims to shed some light on the mission's approach, specifically within innovation policy, and how it is interpreted and implemented at different territorial levels. First, the academic debate around the territorial dimensions of MOIPs is presented, followed by a brief discussion of how MOIPs have been adopted so far at the supra-national, national and sub-national levels. More specifically, a snapshot of the innovation policy landscape and the degree of penetration of mission and transformative approaches in Denmark, Finland and Sweden is presented. Furthermore, the interpretation and adoption of missions at the regional level are discussed based on the results of three Nordic case studies, including Northern Jutland (DK), Ostrobothnia (FI) and Västerbotten (SE). The final section discusses the implications of adopting MOIPs and provides a list of recommendations for Nordic regions
Sample collection – Local Actions for Biodiversity : Inspiring examples from the Nordic UNESCO Biosphere Reserves
No full textThe interaction between nature and humanity is a critical focus in today's world. As we have distanced ourselves from nature, it's crucial to understand that in the Earth's ecosystem, one cannot take without also giving back. Creating a better balance is imperative, necessitating a holistic approach to living, dwelling, and cultivating for the thriving of all species. Establishing an UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is one way to initiate local collaboration to strengthen the interactions with environments that sustainboth nature and people and support the UN Global Biodiversity Framework. In this sample collection you will be inpired to take action in your localhood
Nordisk råds årsberetning 2024
No full textNordiske råds årsrapport beskriver virksomheten i løpet av 2024, hvor den politiske diskusjonen har vært preget av diskusjoner om fred og sikkerhet i Arktis. I årsrapporten beskrives arbeidet til utskuddene og komiteene samt Nordiske råds internasjonale virksomhet
Policy Study on X-Nordic Tourism Innovation
No full textBased on a review of more than 40 national policy papers and reports and 26 interviews with experts and stakeholders in the field, this research paper finds a rich potential for cross-Nordic collaboration and relation-building within travel and tourism innovation. Not only is travel and tourism an industry on the move with considerable technological change and substantial expectations when it comes to future growth. It is also a sector characterised by significant negative impacts on the climate, the environment and the local communities where it takes place. Nevertheless, the paper finds that today’s travel tech community in the Nordics is rather fragmented, with weak relationships between the national clusters and programmes. In addition, the travel tech communities do not enjoy the same visibility and capitalisation as other tech communities in areas such as fintech, GreenTech or MedTech. In conclusion, the paper points to the need for long-term programming for Nordic collaboration in tourism innovation as a driver for growth and a more sustainable future of tourism in the Nordics
Growing food(ies): Youth participation and opportunities in the Nordic food sectors
No full textThis report draws on statistics on status and trends within food systems, gives an overview of research and analyses in previous and ongoing studies and presents a survey among young people in the Nordic countries about their preferences and motivations for education and careers in food systems. Input from a reference group composed of young professionals and experts helped ensured relevance and grounding of the results and recommendations. The investigation of the role of young people and opportunities in the Nordic food sectors focuses on the following main topics: (1) High expectations placed on young people as “agents of change”, (2) The rural-urban divide, (3) Education, family and (digital) peers, (4) The future of work: reimagining food systems. The key policy recommendations include suggestions for dissemination and take-up aimed at boosting youth participation in food systems. While the project primarily focuses on the Nordic countries, it also incorporates the Baltic perspective where possible, extending the discussion to the wider Nordic-Baltic region and highlighting both commonalities and differences