#NLC3 Reija Viinasen esitys Northern Lights Corridor -seminaarissa 26.11.2014.
Läntinen kehityskäytävä yhdistää valtiot, yritykset ja ihmiset.
#NLC3 by Reija Viinanen at Northern Lights Corridor seminar at 26.11.2014 Olos Finland.
The document discusses how social collaboration tools can help local councils in England improve services and operations during a time of austerity through budget cuts. It outlines opportunities such as improving internal and external communication, enhancing democracy, building communities, and sharing knowledge. However, there are also challenges to adoption like ensuring relevance, managing risks to reputation, addressing digital inclusion and information security concerns, changing organizational culture, and navigating political issues. The author concludes that cost savings are possible but changes to processes are needed, and benefits can be realized by embedding tools in daily work while mitigating risks.
Presentation to Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra on the origin and nature of cultu...Alan Freeman
As a board member of the Symphony and a member of its Strategy Committee, I gave this presentation to a board awayday, to help us develop a wider understanding of the value of investment in culture
This document discusses urban infrastructure institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. It finds that while devolution of responsibility to local governments is constitutionally supported, in practice most large cities have little control over infrastructure due to dominant national and regional parastatals. Parastatals largely control key sectors like electricity, water and sanitation, and roads. Some cities like Cape Town, Addis Ababa have greater control through city-owned parastatals. Public-private partnerships have had mixed results. Overall cities are gaining more control but starting from a low base, and the powerful role of parastatals remains a structural challenge.
15. Mega-urban development projects in sub-Saharan Africa: what do cities gai...ACCUCT
This document discusses research on mega-urban development projects in sub-Saharan Africa. It analyzes case studies of projects like Eko Atlantic, Tatu Village, and Cite du Fleuve to understand what cities gain and lose from such large-scale undertakings. Mega-projects carry both risks and opportunities for public finance, planning, and local economic development. Their impacts depend on factors like the socioeconomic context, players involved, and infrastructure requirements. The research aims to adopt an analytical framework that considers the historical and institutional contexts in order to best understand the urban dynamics shaped by these large transformations of urban landscapes.
This document summarizes the economic and social changes in Dortmund, Germany over recent decades known as the "Dortmund Consensus". Key points:
- Dortmund transitioned from an economy dependent on coal, steel and beer production to a more diversified, technology-based service economy following major job losses from 1970-2000.
- Its population is now the only one growing in the Ruhr region, surpassing 1983 employment levels, with most workers now in services.
- Through cooperation between stakeholders in government, industry and labor, Dortmund created governance structures and a culture of collaboration that helped manage structural change.
13. The housing challenge in sub-Saharan Africa: approaches, challenges and o...ACCUCT
Rapid urbanization in Sub-Saharan Africa has led to a major housing challenge characterized by sustained poverty and informal housing. Past approaches to addressing the housing challenge included public housing and slum clearance in the 1950s-60s, sites and services projects partnering with local communities in the 1970s-80s, and enabling private sector housing starting in the 1980s. Current differentiated approaches involve both global support policies and local housing supply practices. Opportunities exist in recognizing the value created through housing investments and using land value capture and redistribution instruments to facilitate affordable, formal housing for low-income communities.
2013.10.23 malta, telecentres, m gonzalez sanchogonzamg
The document discusses the "Grand Coalition for Digital Jobs" initiative launched by the European Commission to address the shortage of ICT professionals in Europe and the skills gap. It provides an overview of the coalition's goals to increase the supply of ICT professionals through multi-stakeholder partnerships and concrete local actions. Examples of pledged commitments from companies, universities and other stakeholders are mentioned. National coalitions have also emerged in 9 countries. The document calls for continued support to prioritize digital skills training and access to European funding to strengthen the initiative.
The document discusses how social collaboration tools can help local councils in England improve services and operations during a time of austerity through budget cuts. It outlines opportunities such as improving internal and external communication, enhancing democracy, building communities, and sharing knowledge. However, there are also challenges to adoption like ensuring relevance, managing risks to reputation, addressing digital inclusion and information security concerns, changing organizational culture, and navigating political issues. The author concludes that cost savings are possible but changes to processes are needed, and benefits can be realized by embedding tools in daily work while mitigating risks.
Presentation to Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra on the origin and nature of cultu...Alan Freeman
As a board member of the Symphony and a member of its Strategy Committee, I gave this presentation to a board awayday, to help us develop a wider understanding of the value of investment in culture
This document discusses urban infrastructure institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. It finds that while devolution of responsibility to local governments is constitutionally supported, in practice most large cities have little control over infrastructure due to dominant national and regional parastatals. Parastatals largely control key sectors like electricity, water and sanitation, and roads. Some cities like Cape Town, Addis Ababa have greater control through city-owned parastatals. Public-private partnerships have had mixed results. Overall cities are gaining more control but starting from a low base, and the powerful role of parastatals remains a structural challenge.
15. Mega-urban development projects in sub-Saharan Africa: what do cities gai...ACCUCT
This document discusses research on mega-urban development projects in sub-Saharan Africa. It analyzes case studies of projects like Eko Atlantic, Tatu Village, and Cite du Fleuve to understand what cities gain and lose from such large-scale undertakings. Mega-projects carry both risks and opportunities for public finance, planning, and local economic development. Their impacts depend on factors like the socioeconomic context, players involved, and infrastructure requirements. The research aims to adopt an analytical framework that considers the historical and institutional contexts in order to best understand the urban dynamics shaped by these large transformations of urban landscapes.
This document summarizes the economic and social changes in Dortmund, Germany over recent decades known as the "Dortmund Consensus". Key points:
- Dortmund transitioned from an economy dependent on coal, steel and beer production to a more diversified, technology-based service economy following major job losses from 1970-2000.
- Its population is now the only one growing in the Ruhr region, surpassing 1983 employment levels, with most workers now in services.
- Through cooperation between stakeholders in government, industry and labor, Dortmund created governance structures and a culture of collaboration that helped manage structural change.
13. The housing challenge in sub-Saharan Africa: approaches, challenges and o...ACCUCT
Rapid urbanization in Sub-Saharan Africa has led to a major housing challenge characterized by sustained poverty and informal housing. Past approaches to addressing the housing challenge included public housing and slum clearance in the 1950s-60s, sites and services projects partnering with local communities in the 1970s-80s, and enabling private sector housing starting in the 1980s. Current differentiated approaches involve both global support policies and local housing supply practices. Opportunities exist in recognizing the value created through housing investments and using land value capture and redistribution instruments to facilitate affordable, formal housing for low-income communities.
2013.10.23 malta, telecentres, m gonzalez sanchogonzamg
The document discusses the "Grand Coalition for Digital Jobs" initiative launched by the European Commission to address the shortage of ICT professionals in Europe and the skills gap. It provides an overview of the coalition's goals to increase the supply of ICT professionals through multi-stakeholder partnerships and concrete local actions. Examples of pledged commitments from companies, universities and other stakeholders are mentioned. National coalitions have also emerged in 9 countries. The document calls for continued support to prioritize digital skills training and access to European funding to strengthen the initiative.
TE Summit 23-24.10.2013.-Miguel Gonzalez-Sancho -Grand Coalition for Digital ...TELECENTRE EUROPE
The document discusses the "Grand Coalition for Digital Jobs" initiative launched by the European Commission to address the shortage of ICT professionals in Europe. It notes that up to 900,000 jobs could go unfilled by 2015. The Grand Coalition has received 42 pledges from companies, universities and other stakeholders to increase the supply of ICT professionals and reduce skill mismatches. National Coalitions for Digital Jobs have also emerged in 9 countries. The Grand Coalition aims to deliver concrete local actions and commitments across five policy areas: ICT training, mobility, certification, raising awareness, and new approaches to learning.
This document discusses the rise of neoliberal policies and their impact on increasing social and spatial polarization in cities. Some key points:
- Neoliberal policies have shifted away from egalitarian public services and wealth redistribution towards policies that benefit elites and punish the poor.
- This has led to greater inequality globally and within countries. It has also polarized urban areas, with wealthier groups congregating in privatized enclaves while the poor live in insecure conditions.
- Cities have focused on marketing themselves to outsiders over local needs, and "revanchist" policies criminalize and exclude the poor from public spaces.
- The document argues this polarization has been exacerbated by the current
The role of government in infrastructure developmentAPPPA4251
This document discusses the role of government in infrastructure development. It notes that there is a $1 trillion proposal in the US to invest in crumbling infrastructure, while some see it as corporate welfare. Global infrastructure investment needs are estimated to be $78 trillion from 2014-2025. Infrastructure includes transportation, utilities, telecoms, public goods like schools and hospitals. The government must take a holistic view of economic, social and environmental needs in infrastructure spending. Identifying gaps and providing solutions requires considering what type of infrastructure is needed, the source of capital, and who the owner and driver will be. Financing infrastructure projects faces challenges around viability, business models, size and economics, ownership and funding sources. Striking the right
The document discusses smart cities and innovation in Helsinki, Finland. It provides background on Helsinki's economy and workforce growth from 1990-2007. It then outlines Helsinki's focus on becoming a leader in connected smart cities and innovation through initiatives like Culminatum, which supports nine industry clusters. Living labs are highlighted as a way to involve users in developing new digital services. Finally, it discusses Helsinki's designation as World Design Capital in 2012 and its goals of making design an integral part of everyday life and a driver of economic and social development.
Phil Turner Pam Moore The Asset Of The Project ECOVASTglobalvillagesinfo
The ASSET project aims to strengthen small towns in Europe. It was started by ECOVAST to address the policy gap around supporting small towns. ASSET seeks to promote cooperation between organizations helping small towns, exchange best practices, and influence European policies. The project defines small towns as having populations between 2,500-30,000 people, though definitions vary significantly between countries.
There are approximately 62,000 social enterprises in the UK with a combined turnover of £27 billion. Social enterprises account for 5% of all businesses with employees and contribute £8.4 billion per year to the UK economy. They work across sectors like healthcare, hospitality, retail, and recycling. Some well-known social enterprises include Fifteen, Divine Chocolate, and The Big Issue. Social enterprise is a smart choice for those wanting to change the world and make a profit.
The document discusses urban planning challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa. It notes that while master planning is seen as expensive and ineffective, critiquing planning alone is not helpful. The experience of three cities - Addis Ababa, Nairobi, and Harare - shows that the political economy of planning, infrastructure finance, and the relationship between land use regulation and land prices must be better understood. Ultimately, land-based financing instruments should be designed specifically for each city based on how planning is actually implemented and the unique governance and regulatory context, rather than just critiquing master plans alone.
Lapland is a region in northern Finland that is known for its cold climate and long winters. The Sami people are indigenous to Lapland and have traditionally engaged in reindeer herding and fishing. Tourism has also become an important industry in Lapland, attracting visitors who come to see the Northern Lights, snowy landscapes, and Santa Claus Village located near the Arctic Circle.
Norway is located in northern Europe and has a population of over 5 million people. The capital and largest city is Oslo. Norway has strong national symbols including its flag and traditional folk costumes. Typical Norwegian foods include brown cheese, breads, fish, and potatoes. During the Viking Age, many Norwegians emigrated to places like Iceland and Ireland and founded cities. The town of Otta is located north of Lillehammer and has historical significance from the Battle of Kringen in 1612 where a woman named Pillar-Guri helped signal an ambush of Scottish troops.
Lapland is located in northern Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Russia with a population of 2.32 million people. Visitors to Lapland can stay in a variety of accommodations including hotels, apartments, cottages, farms, and igloos. Popular activities in Lapland include visiting Santa Claus Village and SantaPark theme park, snow sports, seeing the Northern Lights, and spending a night in an igloo. The Northern Lights typically occur from 9-11:30pm in winter, though unpredictably. In midsummer, it never gets fully dark due to the Midnight Sun.
The last mystery from norway, geography and environmentEva Rekkedal
This natural area is located in Norway and spans four counties and ten municipalities, covering a total of 8,130 square kilometers. It is Northern Europe's largest mountain plateau and Norway's biggest wild reindeer area. The area has large unspoilt sections but also sees some motorized traffic and infrastructure like roads and a railway line that fragment it. It is known for its rich flora and fauna, including arctic species, and over 500 plant and 100 bird species have been recorded within.
#NLC3 HSEQ by Kari Poikela 26.11.2014 Olos Northern Lights CorridorKatri Rantakokko
The document discusses a pilot project to develop a standardized HSEQ (Health, Security, Environment, Quality) approach for quality management in industrial subcontracting networks in Lapland, Finland. The pilot will test an HSEQ concept with service suppliers and one or two mines. It aims to identify suppliers' management gaps, create improvement plans, and develop a toolkit to help suppliers meet various mine customers' qualifications. The expected results are improved cost-quality relationships, better value chain management, access to new customers and markets, and continuous quality improvement for suppliers. The region aims to demonstrate sustainable natural resource utilization as part of the EU's new cluster policy.
TE Summit 23-24.10.2013.-Miguel Gonzalez-Sancho -Grand Coalition for Digital ...TELECENTRE EUROPE
The document discusses the "Grand Coalition for Digital Jobs" initiative launched by the European Commission to address the shortage of ICT professionals in Europe. It notes that up to 900,000 jobs could go unfilled by 2015. The Grand Coalition has received 42 pledges from companies, universities and other stakeholders to increase the supply of ICT professionals and reduce skill mismatches. National Coalitions for Digital Jobs have also emerged in 9 countries. The Grand Coalition aims to deliver concrete local actions and commitments across five policy areas: ICT training, mobility, certification, raising awareness, and new approaches to learning.
This document discusses the rise of neoliberal policies and their impact on increasing social and spatial polarization in cities. Some key points:
- Neoliberal policies have shifted away from egalitarian public services and wealth redistribution towards policies that benefit elites and punish the poor.
- This has led to greater inequality globally and within countries. It has also polarized urban areas, with wealthier groups congregating in privatized enclaves while the poor live in insecure conditions.
- Cities have focused on marketing themselves to outsiders over local needs, and "revanchist" policies criminalize and exclude the poor from public spaces.
- The document argues this polarization has been exacerbated by the current
The role of government in infrastructure developmentAPPPA4251
This document discusses the role of government in infrastructure development. It notes that there is a $1 trillion proposal in the US to invest in crumbling infrastructure, while some see it as corporate welfare. Global infrastructure investment needs are estimated to be $78 trillion from 2014-2025. Infrastructure includes transportation, utilities, telecoms, public goods like schools and hospitals. The government must take a holistic view of economic, social and environmental needs in infrastructure spending. Identifying gaps and providing solutions requires considering what type of infrastructure is needed, the source of capital, and who the owner and driver will be. Financing infrastructure projects faces challenges around viability, business models, size and economics, ownership and funding sources. Striking the right
The document discusses smart cities and innovation in Helsinki, Finland. It provides background on Helsinki's economy and workforce growth from 1990-2007. It then outlines Helsinki's focus on becoming a leader in connected smart cities and innovation through initiatives like Culminatum, which supports nine industry clusters. Living labs are highlighted as a way to involve users in developing new digital services. Finally, it discusses Helsinki's designation as World Design Capital in 2012 and its goals of making design an integral part of everyday life and a driver of economic and social development.
Phil Turner Pam Moore The Asset Of The Project ECOVASTglobalvillagesinfo
The ASSET project aims to strengthen small towns in Europe. It was started by ECOVAST to address the policy gap around supporting small towns. ASSET seeks to promote cooperation between organizations helping small towns, exchange best practices, and influence European policies. The project defines small towns as having populations between 2,500-30,000 people, though definitions vary significantly between countries.
There are approximately 62,000 social enterprises in the UK with a combined turnover of £27 billion. Social enterprises account for 5% of all businesses with employees and contribute £8.4 billion per year to the UK economy. They work across sectors like healthcare, hospitality, retail, and recycling. Some well-known social enterprises include Fifteen, Divine Chocolate, and The Big Issue. Social enterprise is a smart choice for those wanting to change the world and make a profit.
The document discusses urban planning challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa. It notes that while master planning is seen as expensive and ineffective, critiquing planning alone is not helpful. The experience of three cities - Addis Ababa, Nairobi, and Harare - shows that the political economy of planning, infrastructure finance, and the relationship between land use regulation and land prices must be better understood. Ultimately, land-based financing instruments should be designed specifically for each city based on how planning is actually implemented and the unique governance and regulatory context, rather than just critiquing master plans alone.
Lapland is a region in northern Finland that is known for its cold climate and long winters. The Sami people are indigenous to Lapland and have traditionally engaged in reindeer herding and fishing. Tourism has also become an important industry in Lapland, attracting visitors who come to see the Northern Lights, snowy landscapes, and Santa Claus Village located near the Arctic Circle.
Norway is located in northern Europe and has a population of over 5 million people. The capital and largest city is Oslo. Norway has strong national symbols including its flag and traditional folk costumes. Typical Norwegian foods include brown cheese, breads, fish, and potatoes. During the Viking Age, many Norwegians emigrated to places like Iceland and Ireland and founded cities. The town of Otta is located north of Lillehammer and has historical significance from the Battle of Kringen in 1612 where a woman named Pillar-Guri helped signal an ambush of Scottish troops.
Lapland is located in northern Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Russia with a population of 2.32 million people. Visitors to Lapland can stay in a variety of accommodations including hotels, apartments, cottages, farms, and igloos. Popular activities in Lapland include visiting Santa Claus Village and SantaPark theme park, snow sports, seeing the Northern Lights, and spending a night in an igloo. The Northern Lights typically occur from 9-11:30pm in winter, though unpredictably. In midsummer, it never gets fully dark due to the Midnight Sun.
The last mystery from norway, geography and environmentEva Rekkedal
This natural area is located in Norway and spans four counties and ten municipalities, covering a total of 8,130 square kilometers. It is Northern Europe's largest mountain plateau and Norway's biggest wild reindeer area. The area has large unspoilt sections but also sees some motorized traffic and infrastructure like roads and a railway line that fragment it. It is known for its rich flora and fauna, including arctic species, and over 500 plant and 100 bird species have been recorded within.
#NLC3 HSEQ by Kari Poikela 26.11.2014 Olos Northern Lights CorridorKatri Rantakokko
The document discusses a pilot project to develop a standardized HSEQ (Health, Security, Environment, Quality) approach for quality management in industrial subcontracting networks in Lapland, Finland. The pilot will test an HSEQ concept with service suppliers and one or two mines. It aims to identify suppliers' management gaps, create improvement plans, and develop a toolkit to help suppliers meet various mine customers' qualifications. The expected results are improved cost-quality relationships, better value chain management, access to new customers and markets, and continuous quality improvement for suppliers. The region aims to demonstrate sustainable natural resource utilization as part of the EU's new cluster policy.
12. CONNECTING
COUNTRIES
CONNECTING
COMPANIES
CONNECTING
COMMUNITIES
• Linking regions
• International
contacts
• Investors
• Networks
• Studies, surveys
• Political will
• Infra
• Business and
networks
• Finding out the lack
of services
• Joint products and
services
• Jobs and
employees
• Actions in villages
• Youth exchange
• Study tours
• Supporting local
entrepreneurship