Electronic waste contains many valuable materials that can be recovered and reused to create renewable energy technologies. In this interview, Andy Maxant,…
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One of the most remarkable developments in the digital revolution is, without doubt, artificial intelligence (AI). Among the various technologies, self-service…
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Have you ever lost your phone and panicked? Does the mere thought of not having access to your phone release feelings of anxiousness and high stress? If your…
Local shopping reduces our carbon footprint and from an economic standpoint, it strengthens the local economy. But there are many other benefits. We spoke to…
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In terms of our environmental footprint, how do we compare with the rest of the world? STATEC’s Dr Olivier Thunus provides us with valuable information and…
In case you haven't noticed, it's cold outside! Out with the summer jackets and in with the scarves and overcoats! This is also usually the time when…
Sophie used to dream of a house with a big kitchen garden where she could grow vegetables and pretty rose bushes to her heart’s content. When she and Marc…
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Does a bad working atmosphere have an impact on a company and what can we do to improve employee satisfaction? We spoke to David Büchel, psychologist at the…
Do our savings impact climate change and how can we invest sustainably? Bryan Ferrari, Investment and Portfolio Manager at Spuerkeess’ Private Banking provides…
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It’s been a while since Sophie and Marc bought aunt Elise’s beautiful house. Finally, the works are almost finished and they’re getting ready to move in. The…
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What happens with our data, especially in the realm of banking? How can we keep our data from being misused? Sébastien Cuny, team manager and Thierry Conter,…
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What are the major workplace trends and how can we prepare for future jobs? How does Luxembourg compare to the rest of the world? Lieven Lambrecht, Head of HR…
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We spoke to Christophe Reuter, “Premier Conseiller de Gouvernement” at the Ministry of Mobility and Public Works, who provided insight as well as useful tips…
Phishing attacks are becoming more and more sophisticated. What are the pitfalls and how can we protect ourselves? We spoke to Bertrand Lathoud from the…
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Generation Z was born after 1996, and is therefore the first generation that has never known a world without the Internet. They are stereotyped as “social…
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Via natural language processing (NLP), speech recognition and machine learning, artificial intelligence (AI) can simulate human intelligence via machines and…
In order to facilitate the transition to sustainable, cleaner mobility, individuals benefit from a government bonus for the purchase of a self-propelled…
We spoke to Thomas Gibon, Researcher in the “Life cycle sustainability assessment” department at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) who…
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We live in a fast-paced digital world and, wherever we go, we are reachable 24/7 via our smartphones. Is it possible to be happy whilst constant stress ? We…
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We spoke to Nasir Zubairi from LhOFT who provided insight and gave five useful tips for CEOs of banks when it comes to FinTech adoption?
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The rapid ageing of the world's populations and the decline of the working age population are becoming a growing concern. We spoke to Kristell Leduc,…
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What impact does the current energy crisis have on Luxembourg and where is the nation headed in terms of solar energy? We spoke with Sarah Juchems, Head of…
The purpose of a so-called "smart city" is to use technology in order to increase operational efficiency and, thus, improve the welfare of citizens.…
The UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15) will be held in December 2022 in Montreal (Canada). With climate extremes manifesting themselves in increasingly intense…
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About one third of all food produced in the world goes unused or ends up in the bin. Not only does this release around 3,300 million tonnes of CO2 annually but…
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Can we make our IT consumption green again? Nathalie Thielemans, Managing Director at OXiane and Valérie Viatour, Expert Consultant & Trainer on Green IT…
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Our planet's resources are limited and the textile industry is a major contributor to environmental damage. Jeannette Müller, advisor to the Luxembourg…
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Employees who feel accepted and respected at work are more productive. Dr. Mareike Bönigk, Head of the Psychosocial Service of the Ministry for the Civil…
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Following the adoption of the Paris Agreement and the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in 2015, governments are making strides to transition to…
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Electric vehicles sharing schemes enable sustainable-minded drivers to rent electric cars for short periods of time. Jürgen Berg, CEO of FLEX, knows how…
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Ever since she first became a mum, Sophie has loved Mother’s Day. She always looks forward to the day, wondering what Lily will have made for her at nursery.…
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After a long discussion with her aunt Elise, the answer was staring Sophie in the face... If her aunt doesn't feel up to looking after her beautiful house…
Did you know that your old computer or TV doesn’t belong in the trash, but do you know how to discard your old electronic equipment? Andy Maxant, Director of…
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Greenhouse gas emissions decreased in 2020 due to the disruptions of economic activity, travel, and commerce brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. What can…
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The manufacturing process of the linear economy counts for half of the emissions around the world. The extraction of resources also leads to other problems…
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Artificial intelligence (AI) tries to mimic human thought and integrate it into computers. When will AI be truly human and how should we respond? To answer…
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Fintech has remodelled the financial ecosystem while banks are using technology to make their financial systems more efficient. What are the latest FinTech…
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In Luxembourg, temperatures have risen by 1.3 degrees since 1832. According to weather experts, drought and heavy rain will also increase in Luxembourg.…
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Enovos is installing numerous photovoltaic power plants in the country in response to a call for tenders issued by the State. In addition to the rooftop…
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Is your home a smart home? Welcome to the Internet of Things (IoT). All around the world, billions of physical devices are now connected to the internet. That…
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For Sophie and Marc, 2021 wasn’t exactly a typical year. The COVID-19 health crisis caused them to change their habits and made them more sensitive to…
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With "Energy Contracting", LuxEnergie offers tailor-made, turnkey energy solutions that include not only the construction and financing of energy…
According to the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2021, at least one more generation of women will have to wait for gender equality. Dr.…
The world has become digital and cybercrime is on the rise. Failure of companies’ technological defences entail both financial loss and damage to the…
Like every year at this time, the race for Christmas presents is on. In exactly three weeks, dozens of gifts will be piled up at the foot of Sophie and…
The word “FinTech” entered the dictionary in 2018 but what exactly is FinTech and how does it affect banking? We spoke to Dr. Zsofia Kräussl who is Research…
ESG topics pose new and complex challenges that were previously largely outside the remit of financial institutions. They require targeted scientific expertise…
How environmentally friendly is the electric car? Dr. Félix Urbain, senior innovation consultant at Nordic Innovators P/S, knows the answer.
On a global level, cities are heating up. This is due to the increasing mass of concrete, steel, asphalt and car exhaust, which adds to the effects of global…
Climate change is the biggest challenge we face. The younger generation will inherit environmental problems that we already know how to solve if we are…
Home sweet home. Julien Solvi, general manager of energieagence, tells us how we can make our households more energy-efficient and gives us his five…
From cans, coffee capsules and aluminium to plastic; supermarket shelves are piled with packaged products, while online retailers support a global packaging…
When Marc and Sophie chose to spend their summer holidays in Luxembourg, it was a joint decision. Sophie saw it as an opportunity to combine gardening, trips…
Every day, eight million pieces of plastic end up in the ocean. This not only kills fish, sea birds and marine mammals, but also affects humans on land. We…
Nathalie Roth is senior advisor for climate finance, environmental and international carbon markets, valuation of climate change impacts and sustainable…
Our role is to support you in your energy efficiency projects and make you aware of the available aid and grants. As Deputy Head of Business unit Facility…
Photovoltaic panels have been installed on the roof of a covered carport at the House of BioHealth in Esch. They are connected directly to the grid and thus…
From checking facts, documenting and optimising our environmental efforts to getting our sustainable message out to the world - our common goal is to advance…
For the past two years Spuerkeess has worked with a science and sustainability advisor who has helped us conduct our own research and develop tools that help…
Reducing the use of plastic, taking public transport, buying second hand, eating local...the list of small actions that can improve our consumption habits has…
On 12 September, as part of its commitment to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI), Spuerkeess Asset Management (Spuerkeess Asset…
Carlo Stronck, Director, and Loïc Chaulacel, Portfolio Manager specialising in responsible investment at BCEE Asset Management (now Spuerkeess Asset…
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