Veronika Hlinicanova – “A great problem solver has a well-set moral compass”

Solved’s Expert of the Week Veronika Hlinicanova is currently leading ‘Vivid Square’, a project of urban regeneration and placemaking in Bratislava. Veronika says that her motivation dwells in an awareness that one of the greatest challenges we are entering into is a new technological age. New landscapes of knowledge are introduced through digital and technological revolution and cities are becoming new … Continued

Ayeldeen Mohamed – exploring sustainable construction

Our Expert of the Week Ayeldeen Mohamed says that his passion is to find and test new green materials in the construction sector. “I’m interested in life-cycle assessment of materials, construction stages and machines used in construction sector and foundation engineering.” Ayeldeen is also interested in site investigation geotechnical reports about structural safety and contamination in both … Continued

Smart Up Thursdays are here – Solved launches new event series for sustainability and cleantech enthusiasts

Smart Up Thursdays accelerate sustainable development by activating discussion within the community of cleantech and sustainability professionals and enabling connections and knowledge-sharing. Solved is kicking off a monthly meetup to bring people together to learn, share their solutions and discuss about ways to play a more active part in achieving sustainable development. Smart Up Thursday will be … Continued

Hana Ovesna – leading and preparing construction development projects

Solved’s Expert of the Week Hana Ovesna is a passionate and experienced project manager leading and preparing construction development projects in the Slovak Republic in the sectors of the public spaces and urban areas. “Working for strong companies across Europe, like Tebodin in the Netherlands, HB Reavis in Slovakia and Unibail-Rodamco in France, I became a project leader with unique profile composition covering … Continued

Michael Hanf – finding the best solutions to sustainability, cleantech and circular economy challenges

Solved’s Expert of the Week Michael Hanf is an Executive Partner at Taival, an advisory focused on helping companies understand and utilize the disruptive trends that are all around us. Michael is working with companies to understand how their business and operating models will change through technological, environmental and societal influences. As a result, he helps them develop … Continued

The rise of the sustainable consumer – and the need for transparent business

A responsible way of living is the way where you assume responsibility for your decisions and your actions to produce waste, to throw away things, to buy and consume – or not consume. Today one thing is sure: everybody searches for more transparency in information about products and services, says Corina Radu, a founder of EchtGut. “Consumers … Continued

Aleksi Rastas – “Think BIG and LOCAL”

Solved’s Expert of the Week Aleksi Rastas is a founder and the managing partner of future-oriented design agency MUUAN. His passion is to design socially, ecologically and economically sustainable life from small-scale to large-scale projects. “I want to look into the future and understand the ‘change’ it brings. This enables possibilities to co-create with different people and work with … Continued

Pekka Riippi – creating value and sustainable growth

Our Expert of the Week Pekka Riippi says that his passion is to help Finnish companies to be more competitive in international markets. Pekka is creating more value, leading to sustainable growth, and developing great innovations for global successes. He is also interested in balancing digitalization, technology and human aspects. “I have an extensive operative and consultative … Continued

Elina Peltola – “There are always things to be improved”

Solved’s Expert of the Week Elina Peltola has over ten years of progressive experience within sales, supply chain and sourcing management and proven ability to lead international cross-functional teams, negotiate contracts, develop long-term sourcing strategies, manage working capital, complete cost analysis and source from low-cost countries. “I simply love helping people and organizations and using my professional … Continued

Andrew Eil – finding creative solutions and interacting with local partners

Solved’s Expert of the Week Andrew Eil is an independent consultant specializing in climate change and clean energy policy, impact investing, and international development. With nearly 15 years of international experience in public policy, diplomacy, sustainability initiatives, community development, and program design and implementation, Andrew brings versatility and interdisciplinary expertise to a broad portfolio spanning multilingual field work, strategic … Continued