We are in for two days of inspiration, networking, and knowledge-sharing at an unforgettable venue – Europe’s largest hub for tech and impact, Norrsken House Barcelona!

A conversation between Taavet Hinrikus, partner at plural, and Alex Bakir, GP at Norrsken Accelerator. Taavet shares insights from his journey, exploring how impact shapes his approach to entrepreneurship and investment.

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Rick Doblin has pursued legal pathways for psychedelic therapies since 1986, when he founded the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies. In this session, Rick shares his journey to globalize access to MDMA-assisted therapy, offering new possibilities in the treatment of PTSD and beyond.

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To stop and reverse nature loss, and to drive global prosperity for the long-term, a new asset class is needed: Nature equity. Join this talk by professor Martin Stuchtey, co-founder of the Landbanking Group, about putting nature on the balance sheet.

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Shafi and Ali will have a wide ranging conversation about the future of healthcare and how it has the potential to be made accessible and affordable for every person on earth. They will share their reflections on recent developments in technology and science, and examine some of the most relevant and exciting advances.

Georgi Ganev, CEO of Kinnevik, has pivoted one of northern Europe’s most renowned investors away from e-commerce and internet services, towards sustainability, healthcare and climate tech.

What gets measured gets done - but current sustainability frameworks are missing the target. The Stockholm Resilience Centre, known for its groundbreaking work on the planetary boundaries framework, is proud to present new science on doing business within the planetary boundaries.

Barcelona is home to a fast-growing ecosystem of impact-driven entrepreneurs. In this session, Rocio Alcocer, COO of Norrsken Barcelona, talks to two prominent startup CEOs about their experience of building scalable, tech-enabled companies in Catalonia.

How can we bridge the invention to commercialisation gap? Join Sara Kappelmark, co-CEO of Norrsken Foundation, and Seth Bannon, Founding Partner at Fifty Years, as they discuss bridging the gap between innovation and entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges in turning ideas into successful businesses, and nurturing the next generation of deep tech visionaries.

How can AI be deployed to benefit people and planet? Join this talk with Anna Koivuniemi, head of the Google DeepMind Impact Accelerator, an organization set up to accelerate the social impact of Google DeepMind's technologies and expertise to benefit humanity.

A fireside chat between Christian Kroll, founder Ecosia, and Daria Saharova, general partner at World Fund. Ecosia, a Berlin-based search engine, now has 100 employees and millions of users, enabling the company to plant a tree every second.

Stick around for after-event drinks with your fellow Impact/Week attendees. The Floor 4 bar is open!

The biggest challenges in the world = the biggest investment opportunities. Join co-hosts Norrsken VC, Seaya Andromeda and Obvious Ventures for an exclusive day of conversations and debate with the world's leading institutional LPs and top tier GPs.

Impact/Return is an invite-only event, open to Impact/Return ticket holders only.

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Dan and Alexis will discuss why investing in companies that regenerate the planet is an opportunity to deliver outlier returns alongside planetary scale impact. We will make the argument that regenerative technology companies will transform every sector of the economy and become the iconic companies of the next several generations.

What will it take to make logistics net zero and cost effective, so that green transport does not come at a premium? Join this conversation with Tristan Thomas, CEO and co-founder of Packfleet, and Matthew Blain, principal at Voyager VC.

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To build a society that thrives within the planetary boundaries, a massive re-allocation of capital is needed. Join this workshop, hosted by Alessa Berg of Top Tier Impact, on the challenges faced by capital allocators, and the obstacles and fears that must be adressed for funds to shift at scale.

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To combat climate change we need more circular business models, where the world and its resources are not depleted, but (re-)used in a circular way. But is the VC world ready to fund these models? This conversation, hosted by Fair Capital, explores how circular business models can become successful and outperform the competition.

A conversation between Josep Sanfeliu, co-founder Asabys Partners and Jose Garrido, vice director at Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology and co-founder of Inbrain Neuroelectronics, on how the application of graphene can drive breakthroughs in neuroelectronic therapy.

4.6 billion years ago a star was born. NATURE is now officially an artist on Spotify. Stellar artists including Ellie Goulding, David Bowie x Brian Eno and Louis VI (who will join this session) have created new or remixed tracks featuring sounds from nature. Hear more about this and other examples of leveraging storytelling for the planet.

While scaling Climate Hardware is incredibly challenging, the number of founder resources out there is thin. Hence, Planet A, Speedinvest and Norrsken VC teamed up to speak to founders, investors, scientists and experts to make sense of it all: The Climate Hardware Playbook!

The pressure of growing a business often leads to mental and physical strain. Yet the VC industry struggles to openly address this. Join this conversation on how to make building companies a healthier and happier experience.

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Africa is home to the world’s youngest population. By 2050, 1 in 4 people in the world will be in Africa. This conversation will explore how tail winds of increasing connectivity and innovative tech solutions are solving real problems on the continent. Hear directly from Tyme Bank, one of the fastest growing digital banks in the world, on how they are executing at scale.

As global conflicts escalate and trade barriers grow, Europe must strengthen its resilience and competitiveness. Climate technologies in energy, raw materials, industry and food are crucial. How can the political course be set and the right investments made?

Explore how generative AI technologies are driving innovation, improving efficiency, and enhancing impact. Join this session with Anthony Virapin and Sara Lammini Rodriguez from Microsoft and Riham Satti from MeVitae to learn about cutting-edge AI applications, programmes and services for founders to harness the power of generative AI for growth and impact.

A panel discussion/workshop that challenges the status quo of corporate ownership and governance. This session, hosted by Sabine Flechet of Masawa Fund, delves into groundbreaking alternatives to conventional models, emphasizing long-term purpose over short-term profits.

Join this conversation with three early-stage investment firms on how AI can be leveraged for environmental and social impact.

Here's an uncomfortable truth: Unless we act fast, antimicrobial resistance is on track to kill us all before climate change does. Join this conversation between Zoe Peden, partner at Ananda Impact Ventures, Dr Windi Muziasari, founder of Resistomap, and Adele James, co-founder of Phagos.

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What is the best way to scale deep tech impact startups? The panel has helped build some of Europe's leading deep tech impact companies, and some of it's newest champions. We will dive into strategies for financing, offtakes, partnerships and hyper growth.

An Oxford-style debate, moderated by Alessa Berg of Top Tier Impact, about how (if at all) the value of nature can be translated to a balance sheet.

Psychedelic therapy shows promise for a wide range of mental health disorders. What sets it apart from existing treatments, and can it be integrated into current healthcare systems? Join this conversation with psychiatrist Robert Schoevers, who leads the first EU-funded multi-site trial on psychedelic therapy.

Since 2014, nearly 1,000 patients in Switzerland have been treated with LSD, MDMA, or psilocybin under special authorizations granted by Swiss health authorities. Helena Aicher, a psychedelic therapist and researcher, explores learnings from this unique patient access model.

In 2023, Australia became the first country to down-schedule certain psychedelic substances for clinical use. Paul Liknaitzky, Head of Australia's first psychedelic lab at Monash University, uses this regulatory milestone as a springboard to highlight innovative approaches in research, regulation, access, and enterprise, towards fulfilling the potential of psychedelic treatments.

Join this panel discussion for a deep dive into insights presented in the previous Norrsken Mind sessions. You’ll have the chance to engage directly with three expert scholars on the clinical applications of psychedelic therapies, exploring their impact and potential.

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Join ImpactVC for a 'high impact' breakfast in Barcelona! Let's connect for an (optional) stand up paddle boarding session, followed by breakfast with fellow VCs interested in impact.

Space is limited so sign up early! Please note that this event is for investors only.

To kick off Impact/Week, come together with climate and impact enthusiasts from around the world. Watch the sunrise with us in front of Norrsken House Barcelona, swim in the sea and have a coffee before heading to the main conference together.

Space is limited so sign up early!

During Impact/Week, HearstLab is creating a space for women founders to get together, share opportunities and explore potential synergies.

This event will take place at Monday Barceloneta, right next to Norrsken House, where we will enjoy breakfast with fantastic views.

Our friends at the Ship2B Foundation will host once again their annual gathering of business, financial, and philanthropic leaders. This event takes place on November 6th and 7th.

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‍More information on the agenda & timeline coming soon. Note that this event may have multiple sessions in Spanish.

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A Barcelona highlight - don’t miss it!

An active, guided meditation that disrupts traditional fitness and meditation to provide an all-in-one immersive experience.

Space is limited - sign up in advance.

An interactive experience combining elements of rhythm, music, deep discussions, and meditation. Hosted by Johannes Weber and Felix Ferstl of Ananda Impact Ventures.

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**Registration closed**

Nordic Edge, Stockholm Business Region and Katapult VC invite you to unwind, relax, and expand your network in the best way possible—by connecting with people who care about making a real difference. Come mingle with fellow investors who share your vision for creating a greener future, and talk opportunities with companies that are making positive changes in the world. The vibe is relaxed, but the connections you’ll make? Priceless.