Innovation and entrepreneurship week

Innovation and entrepreneuship week: April 2024

The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Week Green Campus was organized by the University of Gävle (Sweden), the University of Évora (Portugal) and NMS (Bulgaria) with the local support of MG Sustainable Engineering. This event was an important part of the AIM project during which we received participants from all over Europe in an intense 4 day program. From April 3rd to 6th, 2024, 16 participants gathered at the University of Gävle in Sweden to delve into the realm of sustainable innovation and entrepreneurship.

Mission and Focus

With a mission to cultivate bright ideas into actionable concepts, the event seamlessly merged innovation and entrepreneurship, all with a steadfast focus on sustainability and renewable energy. Attendees were immersed in an environment that fostered creativity, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions to pressing global challenges.

Host Institutions

The University of Gävle, renowned for its commitment to human-centered education and technological advancement, served as the perfect venue for this forward-looking event. With a strong emphasis on sustainable living environments and leading-edge research in energy systems, the University provided a fertile ground for exploration and innovation.

MG Sustainable Engineering, with its wealth of experience in managing European Research Projects and pioneering renewable energy solutions, brought invaluable expertise to the table. Through R&D initiatives and solar consulting services, MG is actively shaping the future of sustainable energy.

The Challenge

In a world grappling with climate change, resource scarcity, and social inequality, innovation and entrepreneurship are not just desirable; they're imperative. This event was a testament to our collective commitment to tackling these challenges head-on while creating opportunities for economic growth and prosperity. By pushing the boundaries and aligning our efforts with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2030, we are paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future.

Webinars

Webinar 10 - World of Entrepreneur

Webinar 11 - Sustainable companies

Webinar 12 - Ideation: How to come up with a promising startup idea

Webinar 13 - How it feels to be an entrepreneur: a Nordic perspective 

Webinar 14 - Mechanism for green house effect, energy quality and renewable energy


Participants Testimonials

"I had the incredible opportunity to immerse myself in the world of innovation and entrepreneurship at the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Week" (Marìa Silva, Spain)

"I would like to conclude by thanking the organisation team, for their passion for teaching and guiding us through the whole process and for allowing us to build a family with all participants" (Sara Hidalgo, Spain)

"I gained a plethora of cross disciplinary knowledge whilst interacting with other participants at the event, all of whom were committed towards creating a more resilient, equitable, & environmentally conscious society"  (Satchi, Latvia)

"I had the incredible opportunity to immerse myself in the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Week"  (Mariana Hoyer, Portugal)

"You have guided me at the time of my life, where I was struggling to find a path next. Thank you very much."  (Sidharth Kandasamy, The Netherlands)