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Sustainability

From compliance to competitiveness: Sustainability’s strategic role in the Nordic capital goods sector

In a world of shifting regulations and market dynamics, Nordic industrial companies are uniquely positioned to turn sustainablility challenges into strategic advantages. Discover how embracing sustainability can drive innovation, resilience and long-term competitiveness in the consumer durables and capital goods sectors.

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Growing a sustainable food system – the role of agriculture

Discover how the Nordic agricultural sector is adapting to meet environmental challenges through regulations, cutting-edge technologies and shifting consumer trends. Senior ESG Analyst Torkild Dalgaard lays out the key drivers shaping the future of sustainable food production in the region and beyond.

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Top environmental trends in Nordic real estate: from green to green transition

Nordic real estate faces challenges and opportunities in transforming existing buildings into greener assets. Ebba Ramel and Mons Lunde, part of the ESG Sector Analysis Team at Nordea, outline how developing credible transition plans is not only reducing buildings’ environmental impact but also making them more attractive for investors and banks.

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Nordic forestry at a crossroads: Balancing growth and climate goals

The Nordic forestry sector plays a significant role in Europe’s green transition, but potentially faces complex sustainability challenges. Senior ESG Analyst Samuel Pendergraph explains how regulatory pressures within forestry are creating supply tensions for companies navigating within the EU and abroad.

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Charting a sustainable course: Key trends in global shipping

The global shipping industry is navigating significant change, driven by environmental regulations, technological advancements and geopolitical challenges. This article lays out the key trends shaping the future of the sector and its sustainable transition.

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Oceans under pressure: Balancing fisheries, aquaculture and environmental resilience

As oceans warm and marine ecosystems face unprecedented threats, the aquaculture and fishing industries navigate a complex landscape of environmental challenges and evolving regulations. This article lays out the key factors shaping the sector’s sustainable transition.

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Nordic retail sector's climate transition: Challenges and opportunities

As Nordic retailers navigate the complex landscape of climate transition, they face both challenges and opportunities. From waste reduction to supply chain transparency, this article explores how the sector is adapting to new regulations, embracing technological innovations and responding to shifting consumer demands in pursuit of a more sustainable future.

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