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Healthy Cities Programme: An Urban Health Quick Scan with five pilot cities

In 2025, Healthy Cities launched the first edition of the Healthy Cities Programme, giving cities a unique opportunity to explore how urban environments impact people’s health. Using the Urban Health Quick Scan, cities can take concrete first steps into harnessing urban development as a tool for improving wellbeing. The programme’s pilot with five cities in […]

Bus Depots of the Future: From Parking Lots to Strategic Assets

Bus depots are no longer just places to park and refuel buses. The shift to electric fleets, driver shortages, and new mobility models are transforming depots into strategic assets that enable transport operators to improve their business models and scale their fleets.  In this insight, Bax Public Mobility Consultants Giel Mertens and Merlijn Zurek explore […]

Access economy: now is the time for retailers and manufacturers to care

Picture walking into a shop and asking for a drill. The salesperson replies, “Are you looking to rent or buy one?” Now imagine more than half of drill transactions being taken over by rentals. That’s a glimpse of how the access economy is set to transform the retail space. The access economy is reshaping how […]

Empowering urban action: key takeaways from the new EU Agenda for Cities

The flag of the European Union on a balcony

Europe’s cities are not only engines of economic growth, they are also critical frontrunners driving the green and digital transitions. In December 2025, the European Commission published their latest communication establishing an EU Agenda for Cities. This marks a welcome next step in the EU’s recognition of the central role cities play in tackling the […]

Tech-enabled homecare: a sustainable future for Europe’s ageing population

Europe’s ageing population is straining healthcare systems. David Chadima explores how tech-enabled homecare can empower professionals, support independent living, and build a more sustainable model, with lessons from the ACE project. An unprecedented demographic shift is testing the limits of European healthcare. Demand for care is growing substantially, with the proportion of people aged over […]

Implementing Digital Health solutions: why emotions matter as much as innovation

Healthcare Innovation Team Lead Núria Vàzquez Salat explores how pharmaceutical companies are approaching digital transformation and why understanding end-user emotions is essential for meaningful adoption. Reason cannot defeat emotion, an emotion can only be displaced or overcome by a stronger emotion. – Baruch Spinoza The global digital health market is expanding rapidly, and this growth […]

Sex, gender, and cardiovascular disease: empowering patients for better heart health

The European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations (EFPIA) and Vaccines Europe (VE) recently published a position paper supporting the development of a robust EU Cardiovascular Health Plan. Yet, across its 17 pages, the words “female” and “gender” appeared only once each. This highlights a broader issue: while cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause […]

Exoskeletons: Supporting Europe’s healthcare workforce by reducing injuries

Exoskeletons are emerging as a promising solution to support Europe’s healthcare workforce. Working with the EU-funded MSD-CARE project, Bax developed a sustainability roadmap and translated research results into practical outputs for healthcare teams and industry partners. These tools and insights demonstrate how wearable supports could protect staff, reduce strain and injuries, and help future-proof healthcare. […]

Why urban biowaste is the circular economy’s next big challenge

The HOOP project demonstrates how urban biowaste can drive the EU’s circular economy. Mafalda Di Palma reveals key policy and investment steps for real impact. According to the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre, every EU citizen produces around 300 kilograms of biowaste each year. A substantial amount, equivalent to four average-sized washing machines. It’s one […]

Unlocking digital health: a new path for Europe’s innovators

Europe’s digital health innovators face a maze of reimbursement barriers. David Chadima explores how to turn breakthroughs into patient impact. Imagine creating a piece of technology that could help a diabetic manage their insulin, allow a stroke patient to do their physiotherapy from home, or predict a life-threatening fall in an elderly person. Now, imagine […]

AI in Healthcare: Escaping the pilot trap for true adoption

AI promises to revolutionise healthcare, but adoption often stalls at the pilot stage. Núria Vàzquez explores the promises of AI for the sector, the barriers to real-world deployment, and how to unlock its full potential. As healthcare data shifts from more structured to increasingly complex and diverse formats, AI holds genuine promise to unlock the […]

New EU Batteries Regulation explained: what producers need to know about EPR

Yesterday, on 18 August 2025, the EU’s new Batteries Regulation officially replaced the former Batteries Directive. Bax consultant Melis Kucukoglu explains what this milestone means for battery producers, the challenges of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and due diligence, and why early preparation is key to staying ahead in a circular battery economy. From directive to […]

Young Leaders: Navigating Urban Futures in a Changing Climate

Authored by: Ruth Gow Mclenachan Being young in today’s world can be challenging. On one hand, we can feel hopeless when faced with the climate emergency, with three out of four people aged 16 to 25 globally agreeing that the “future is frightening” when asked about the threats of climate change in 2021. Many are […]

Verenigd voor nulemissie: Europa’s gezamenlijke impuls voor EV-innovatie

Originally published by JEC Composite Magazine De Europese Commissie (EC) heeft als doel gesteld dat alle nieuwe auto’s en bestelwagens die in Europa worden geregistreerd, in 2035 emissievrij moeten zijn. Dit heeft de auto-industrie onder grote druk gezet, omdat nieuwe CO²-normen ook een vermindering van 55% van de gemiddelde uitstoot tegen 2030 vereisen. Om te […]

Unis pour des émissions nulles : La collaboration européenne en matière d’innovation dans le domaine des véhicules électriques

Originally published by JEC Composite Magazine La Commission européenne (CE) a fixé comme objectif que toutes les nouvelles voitures et camionnettes immatriculées en Europe ne produisent aucune émission d’ici 2035. Cette mesure a exercé une pression considérable sur l’industrie automobile, car les nouvelles normes sur le CO² exigeront également une réduction de 55 % des […]

Vereint für Null-Emissionen: Europas gemeinsamer Vorstoß in die EV-Innovation

Originally published by JEC Composite Magazine Die Europäische Kommission (EK) hat sich zum Ziel gesetzt, dass alle in Europa neu zugelassenen Pkw und Transporter bis 2035 emissionsfrei sein sollen. Dies hat die Automobilindustrie unter erheblichen Druck gesetzt, da die neuen CO²-Normen auch eine Senkung der durchschnittlichen Emissionen um 55 % bis 2030 vorschreiben. Um die […]

Unidos por las emisiones cero: El impulso colaborativo de Europa en la innovación del VE

Originally published by JEC Composite Magazine La Comisión Europea (CE) ha fijado el objetivo de que todos los coches y furgonetas nuevos matriculados en Europa sean de emisiones cero para 2035. Esto ha supuesto una importante presión para la industria del automóvil, ya que las nuevas normas sobre emisiones de CO² también exigirán una reducción […]

Renewables are the future – now is not the time to slow down

Bax Circular Industry expert Johanna Reiland shares her perspective on why now is the time to double down on the energy transition – and how circular strategies can make it more resilient, efficient, and future-proof. The transition to clean energy is not only a climate imperative – it’s a strategic and economic one. – Johanna […]

One Health in cities: what we’ve learned (and what comes next)

Written by Sofia Aivalioti for URBACT One Health is not new, but its implementation in planning and designing cities is both innovative and necessary. Most cities promote health through some often-disconnected angles: by mitigating adverse impacts of climate change, tackling biodiversity loss, or designing public space for active and healthy mobility. However, coordinated actions that […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? With more than two-thirds of the global population projected to live in cities by 2050, the design of urban environments is increasingly recognised as a critical factor influencing public […]

Comment une approche circulaire des pales d’éoliennes peut rendre l’énergie verte réellement régénératrice

Les éoliennes sont des symboles d’énergie propre, mais le problème imminent des déchets de pales menace de saper leur réputation écologique. Une approche circulaire peut-elle rendre l’énergie éolienne véritablement régénératrice ? With more than two-thirds of the global population projected to live in cities by 2050, the design of urban environments is increasingly recognised as […]

Bax strengthens Dutch presence with senior hire and expanded services

Bax is strengthening its Dutch operations with the appointment of Tom Meijerink, who joins the Utrecht office in April 2025. In his new role, Tom will co-lead the management of Bax Netherlands alongside Kees Joosten, while continuing his position as chairman of Branchevereniging Bodemenergie. This expansion broadens Bax Netherlands’ expertise in innovation strategy, collaborative R&D, […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? In the face of climate change and urbanisation pressures, cities worldwide are rethinking their relationship with nature and wellbeing. However, this is no easy path, as they must tackle […]

Comment une approche circulaire des pales d’éoliennes peut rendre l’énergie verte réellement régénératrice

Les éoliennes sont des symboles d’énergie propre, mais le problème imminent des déchets de pales menace de saper leur réputation écologique. Une approche circulaire peut-elle rendre l’énergie éolienne véritablement régénératrice ? In the face of climate change and urbanisation pressures, cities worldwide are rethinking their relationship with nature and wellbeing. However, this is no easy […]

Cómo un enfoque circular de las palas de los aerogeneradores puede hacer que la energía verde sea realmente regenerativa

Los aerogeneradores son símbolos de la energía limpia, pero el inminente problema de los residuos de las palas amenaza con socavar su reputación ecológica. ¿Puede un enfoque circular hacer que la energía eólica sea realmente regenerativa? In the face of climate change and urbanisation pressures, cities worldwide are rethinking their relationship with nature and wellbeing. […]

Green axes: where urban greenery meets active mobility

Playground within the Poblenou Superblock, © Curro Palacios/barcelona.cat, licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Written by Dennis Martínez In the face of climate change and urbanisation pressures, cities worldwide are rethinking their relationship with nature and wellbeing. However, this is no easy path, as they must tackle the complex challenge of redistributing limited public space to prioritise nature and healthy lifestyles. One urban planning instrument gaining traction is the […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Playground within the Poblenou Superblock, © Curro Palacios/barcelona.cat, licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? Cities are at the forefront of the global sustainability challenge. Covering just 3% of the earth’s landmass, they generate 70% of global CO2 emissions and consume 75% of the […]

Comment une approche circulaire des pales d’éoliennes peut rendre l’énergie verte réellement régénératrice

Playground within the Poblenou Superblock, © Curro Palacios/barcelona.cat, licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Les éoliennes sont des symboles d’énergie propre, mais le problème imminent des déchets de pales menace de saper leur réputation écologique. Une approche circulaire peut-elle rendre l’énergie éolienne véritablement régénératrice ? Cities are at the forefront of the global sustainability challenge. Covering just 3% of the earth’s landmass, they generate 70% of global CO2 emissions […]

Cómo un enfoque circular de las palas de los aerogeneradores puede hacer que la energía verde sea realmente regenerativa

Playground within the Poblenou Superblock, © Curro Palacios/barcelona.cat, licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

Los aerogeneradores son símbolos de la energía limpia, pero el inminente problema de los residuos de las palas amenaza con socavar su reputación ecológica. ¿Puede un enfoque circular hacer que la energía eólica sea realmente regenerativa? Cities are at the forefront of the global sustainability challenge. Covering just 3% of the earth’s landmass, they generate […]

Turning Ambition into Action: Key Lessons from the EU Carbon Farming Summit

Originally published by Smart Carbon Farming “Authored by Gerard Don, Max Meijer, Caitlin Ball” Europe’s farmland holds immense potential – not just to store carbon, but to build healthier soils, more resilient farms, and a sustainable future for agriculture.  At this year’s EU Carbon Farming Summit – hosted by the CREDIBLE Project – policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and farmers came […]

The rise of the ‘sharing city’ model

Written by Nienke de Jong for the Progress Playbook Cities are at the forefront of the global sustainability challenge. Covering just 3% of the earth’s landmass, they generate 70% of global CO2 emissions and consume 75% of the world’s energy. With 84% of Europeans projected to live in cities by 2050, urban areas must rethink […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? With more than two-thirds of the global population projected to live in cities by 2050, the design of urban environments is increasingly recognised as a critical factor influencing public […]

Comment une approche circulaire des pales d’éoliennes peut rendre l’énergie verte réellement régénératrice

Les éoliennes sont des symboles d’énergie propre, mais le problème imminent des déchets de pales menace de saper leur réputation écologique. Une approche circulaire peut-elle rendre l’énergie éolienne véritablement régénératrice ? With more than two-thirds of the global population projected to live in cities by 2050, the design of urban environments is increasingly recognised as […]

The case for healthier cities: How urban design shapes wellbeing

Written by Amy McCready for the Progress Playbook With more than two-thirds of the global population projected to live in cities by 2050, the design of urban environments is increasingly recognised as a critical factor influencing public health. From the placement of parks to the layout of neighbourhoods, urban planning decisions have far-reaching implications for […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? With more than two-thirds of the global population projected to live in cities by 2050, the design of urban environments is increasingly recognised as a critical factor influencing public […]

Comment une approche circulaire des pales d’éoliennes peut rendre l’énergie verte réellement régénératrice

Les éoliennes sont des symboles d’énergie propre, mais le problème imminent des déchets de pales menace de saper leur réputation écologique. Une approche circulaire peut-elle rendre l’énergie éolienne véritablement régénératrice ? With more than two-thirds of the global population projected to live in cities by 2050, the design of urban environments is increasingly recognised as […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? Windenergie speelt een cruciale rol in de overgang naar een koolstofarme toekomst, ondersteund door wereldwijde verdragen zoals het Akkoord van Parijs. De levenscyclus van windturbines vormt echter een belangrijke […]

Comment une approche circulaire des pales d’éoliennes peut rendre l’énergie verte réellement régénératrice

Les éoliennes sont des symboles d’énergie propre, mais le problème imminent des déchets de pales menace de saper leur réputation écologique. Une approche circulaire peut-elle rendre l’énergie éolienne véritablement régénératrice ? L’énergie éolienne joue un rôle essentiel dans la transition vers un avenir à faible émission de carbone, soutenue par des traités mondiaux tels que […]

Wie ein kreisförmiger Ansatz für Windturbinenblätter grüne Energie wirklich regenerativ machen kann

Windkraftanlagen sind Symbole für saubere Energie, doch das drohende Problem des Blattabfalls droht ihren grünen Ruf zu untergraben. Kann ein zirkulärer Ansatz die Windenergie wirklich regenerativ machen? Die Windenergie spielt eine wichtige Rolle beim Übergang zu einer kohlenstoffarmen Zukunft, die durch globale Abkommen wie das Pariser Abkommen unterstützt wird. Der Lebenszyklus von Windturbinen stellt jedoch […]

Advancing Regenerative Agriculture: Insights from the EIT Food Workshop in Parma

Regenerative agriculture is more than a farming method—it’s a path toward restoring ecosystems, enhancing soil health, and building resilient food systems. As climate challenges intensify, adopting regenerative practices has become crucial for ensuring sustainable agriculture and thriving rural communities. Against this backdrop, stakeholders across Italy convened at a transformative workshop in Parma to chart a […]

Bax positioneert zichzelf in de voorhoede van uitdaging-gedreven stedelijke innovatie met DUT partnerschap

Bax bevestigde onlangs zijn betrokkenheid bij het bevorderen van de duurzame stedelijke toekomst van Europa met de lancering van een vierjarige samenwerking met het Driving Urban Transitions (DUT) Partnership. Het DUT Partnership is een intergouvernementeel onderzoeks- en innovatieprogramma ter ondersteuning van broodnodige stedelijke transformatieprocessen in heel Europa. Het is gericht op het versterken van capaciteiten […]

Bax se positionne à l’avant-garde de l’innovation urbaine axée sur les défis avec le partenariat DUT

Bax a récemment confirmé son engagement à faire progresser l’avenir urbain durable de l’Europe en lançant une collaboration de quatre ans avec le partenariat Driving Urban Transitions (DUT). Le partenariat DUT est un programme intergouvernemental de recherche et d’innovation qui soutient les processus de transformation urbaine indispensables dans toute l’Europe. Il vise à renforcer les […]

Bax positioniert sich mit der DUT-Partnerschaft an der Spitze der herausfordernden urbanen Innovation

Bax bekräftigte vor kurzem sein Engagement für eine nachhaltige urbane Zukunft in Europa mit dem Beginn einer vierjährigen Zusammenarbeit mit der Driving Urban Transitions (DUT) Partnership. Die DUT-Partnerschaft ist ein zwischenstaatliches Forschungs- und Innovationsprogramm, das dringend benötigte städtische Transformationsprozesse in ganz Europa unterstützt. Sie zielt darauf ab, die Kapazitäten und Instrumente zu stärken, um den […]

Beneath our feet: why soil deserves the spotlight

Soil is more than dirt—it’s the lifeblood of ecosystems, agriculture, and climate resilience. On this World Soil Day, we explore why protecting this vital resource is essential for a sustainable future. “Soil is home to more than one-quarter of our planet’s biodiversity. Yet, we know only 1% of this universe,” (FAO). Beneath our feet lies […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? Van afval naar vernieuwing Windenergie speelt een cruciale rol in de overgang naar een koolstofarme toekomst, ondersteund door wereldwijde verdragen zoals het Akkoord van Parijs. De levenscyclus van windturbines […]

Comment une approche circulaire des pales d’éoliennes peut rendre l’énergie verte réellement régénératrice

Les éoliennes sont des symboles d’énergie propre, mais le problème imminent des déchets de pales menace de saper leur réputation écologique. Une approche circulaire peut-elle rendre l’énergie éolienne véritablement régénératrice ? Des déchets au renouveau L’énergie éolienne joue un rôle essentiel dans la transition vers un avenir à faible émission de carbone, soutenue par des […]

Wie ein kreisförmiger Ansatz für Windturbinenblätter grüne Energie wirklich regenerativ machen kann

Windkraftanlagen sind Symbole für saubere Energie, doch das drohende Problem des Blattabfalls droht ihren grünen Ruf zu untergraben. Kann ein zirkulärer Ansatz die Windenergie wirklich regenerativ machen? Vom Abfall zur Erneuerung Die Windenergie spielt eine wichtige Rolle beim Übergang zu einer kohlenstoffarmen Zukunft, die durch globale Abkommen wie das Pariser Abkommen unterstützt wird. Der Lebenszyklus […]

How a circular approach to wind turbine blades can make green energy truly regenerative

Wind turbines are symbols of clean energy, yet the looming issue of blade waste threatens to undermine their green reputation. Can a circular approach make wind energy truly regenerative?  From waste to renewal Wind energy plays a vital role in the transition to a low-carbon future, supported by global treaties like the Paris Agreement. However, […]

Hoe een circulaire benadering van windturbinebladen groene energie echt regeneratief kan maken

Windturbines staan symbool voor schone energie, maar het dreigende probleem van bladafval dreigt hun groene reputatie te ondermijnen. Kan een circulaire aanpak windenergie echt regeneratief maken? Van afval naar vernieuwing Windenergie speelt een cruciale rol in de overgang naar een koolstofarme toekomst, ondersteund door wereldwijde verdragen zoals het Akkoord van Parijs. De levenscyclus van windturbines […]