Welcome to a workshop where we gather representatives from science, industry and authorities across the Nordic countries to discuss how we together can accelerate the progress towards a fossil-free freight sector. This workshop is by invitation only and we look forward to getting your opinions.
During the workshop we aim to prioritize key research, innovation, and implementation areas where Nordic collaboration can accelerate the transition to a fossil-free freight transport system. Additionally, we will discuss how cooperation can be formed and financed, as well as gather your input on topics for Triple F's strategic project call in 2025.
Within Triple F* we have identified the need to use the strengths of the Nordic countries’ innovation capabilities in the transition to fossil free freight. In a recent SWOT analysis strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats have been described. During the workshop, we will present our findings and proposed priority areas, and we look forward to hearing your perspectives on these topics.
9.00 Welcome and presentation of Triple F
Sofia Löfstrand, Triple F
9.10 Presentation: SWOT analysis of fossil-free freight in the Nordics
Petra Stelling, VTI
9:30 Workshop session 1: What are the most important issues from a Nordic perspective to accelerate the transition?
From the SWOT analysis, Triple F has recognized two areas being of specific interest for Nordic collaboration:
Policy
How do the Nordic countries approach laws and regulations from the EU for the transition to a fossil-free freight transport system? How to ensure that harmonization of legislation happens when need exists?
Sustainable Energy
What opportunities are there for fossil-free energy production in the Nordic countries and how can we work together to stabilize the energy supply in the area? How can actors in the energy and transport sectors collaborate to develop solutions for fossil-free freight?
10:30 Coffee break
11:00 Workshop session 2: How can cooperation be formed?
11.30 Summarizing and next steps
12.00 Lunch
The event is targeted to people who work within this field and has an international perspective – and exclusive for invitees only. If you believe that you should be a part of the workshop, please contact sofia.lofstrand@lindholmen.se
The workshop will be held in Gothenburg on the 16th of October 2024 at 9.00-13.00 CET at Lindholmen Science Park.
On the day before the workshop, October 15, Triple F is arranging its Autumn Conference, which will also be held at Lindholmen Science Park. At the conference, project results from the program will be presented in the morning whereas the afternoon will focus policy and regulation from an EU perspective with speakers from the Nordic countries. The afternoon sessions will be held in English.
Read more and sign up here if You want to attend the Autumn Conference.
* Triple F is the Swedish Transport Administration's research and innovation initiative, which is hosted by Lindholmen Science Park in collaboration with VTI and RISE. Triple F has a triple helix approach and so far, the program has financed 60+ projects. Triple F’s purpose is to help cut the CO2 emissions produced by freight transport in Sweden by focusing on three challenges: “A more transport-efficient society”, “Switching to energy-efficient, fossil-free vehicles” and “Shift to renewable fuels”. Read more about that here.