Method: A design process to map and mobilize
Vinnova has identified a resource-efficient and circular economy as a priority area. Through a structured and exploratory design process, it was mapped which resource-efficient and circular efforts Vinnova should prioritize going forward to support development in the desired direction.
Why a design process?
A design process is about working from the outside in. To open up and listen to the perspectives of different actors, in order to understand the complexity of the challenges to be tackled. An important starting point is to act on the insights you get during the process and include a wide range of actors in creating the solutions. The challenges of the forest value chain require a starting point that is both receptive and mobilizing. Therefore, a design process provides the opportunity for efforts and solutions that have a great effect. Below we describe the central process steps.
1. Outlook on the circular research situation
To get a helicopter perspective on the current state and future of a resource-efficient and circular economy, our process started in reading research reports. Among other things, we have delved into reports on the planetary boundaries, the resource situation globally, circular gaps in Sweden and the EU's green grant and circular plans going forward. The purpose of it was to map key challenges, strategies, barriers and opportunities for a resource-efficient and circular economy.
2. Analysis of our circular project portfolio and prioritization
We mapped Vinnova's portfolio of circular project. It made it clear that since 2020, Vinnova has financed around 600 project with a resource-efficient and circular focus. We analyzed insights from the reports along with data about our portfolio.
The purpose of that analysis was to identify gaps, strengths and opportunities in Vinnova's circular project portfolio. It helped us to prioritize and target bio-based value chains, where we saw potential potential have the greatest impact.
3. In-depth interviews with actors within bio-based value chains
To understand how bio-based value chains can become more sustainable and circular, we have interviewed actors who operate in the system. We conducted 25 in-depth interviews, with representatives from different parts of the forest value chain.
In these interviews, many different issues and perspectives were touched upon.
4. System mapping, levers and action proposals
Insights from our interviews were compiled into a system map. This map helped us understand the complexity, circle the different perspectives and discern the most important levers for systemic change. With this as a starting point, Vinnova drew up action proposals, with the forest value chain in focus.
5. Mobilization of actors and implementation of efforts
During the autumn of 2024, the Vinnova team worked to mobilize and involve actors from different parts of the forest value chain and the value network.
The efforts that have been developed focus on the entire forest value chain. It consists of three parts with a focus on strategic foresight, control instruments and business models.
In order for the efforts to contribute to real change on a large scale, it is required that many actors in different parts of the system take ownership and be part of the journey. To create the right conditions, collaboration, research and innovation are required.
The transition journey offers an opportunity to develop a sustainable society and competitive business life within the planetary boundaries, with increased biodiversity and a balanced climate.
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Last updated 14 November 2024