New report: Emissions 20 times higher outside the factory
The manufacturing industry is reducing its emissions, but not at a pace sufficient to reach net zero by 2040. The largest share of climate impact also occurs outside companies’ own […]
Innovation that makes net zero a competitive advantage
The swedish manufacturing industry is in the midst of a major transformation. Net zero is not just a climate issue – it is a matter of competitiveness and resilience. In a rapidly changing world, the companies that transition fastest strengthen their position. Net Zero Industry brings together actors from across the system to accelerate the transition and make net zero a strategic competitive advantage.
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Polycotton in a new form: Fashion2House connects two industries
How can one of the textile industry’s most difficult-to-recycle materials become a resource in an entirely different sector? The Fashion2House project aims to demonstrate how post-consumer polycotton textiles can be […]
Diversity highlighted as key to industrial competitiveness
Gender equality and diversity are not side issues—they are central to the industry’s transition to net zero. This was one of the main messages when Net Zero Industry brought together […]
Initiatives & funding
Net Zero Industry plays a central role in accelerating the transition to net zero. Together with our funders, we create the conditions for and finance R&D projects that drive progress forward.
Our projects
We fund projects that strengthen the competitiveness of the Swedish manufacturing industry. Our project portfolio includes initiatives focused on resource efficiency and resilience, system innovation, and policy instruments.
Calendar
Swedish Manufacturing Conference 20-21 may
Welcome to Sweden’s largest meeting place for the manufacturing industry! Swedish Manufacturing Conference brings together industry, academia, and institutes to share experiences, explore new opportunities, and build collaborations that strengthen […]
Almedalen: How can we build competitiveness through net zero?
Swedish manufacturing plays a crucial role in national welfare and economic growth. While the sector’s direct emissions are decreasing, and Swedish green technologies are achieving global success, important questions remain. […]
Our mission
Ensure a competitive and resilient Swedish manufacturing industry with net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
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A part of Impact Innovation
Net Zero Industry is one of five strategic innovation programs within Impact Innovation. Impact Innovation is a stakeholder-driven, long-term initiative strengthening Sweden’s global competitiveness by advancing sustainable development.
The initiative is funded by the Swedish Energy Agency, Formas, and Vinnova.