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Building the new economy together
We are part of a global network of 100+ Impact Hubs and 300,000 impact makers. Our mission? To accelerate inclusive and sustainable innovation on a large scale, ensuring that our global economy positively contributes to our planet. Together, we work towards positive change, tackling social, ecological, and societal challenges through meaningful connections. Are you in?
Now is the time, the way forward together
No one can tackle the challenges of today and tomorrow all alone. That’s why we join forces, working closely with organisations, governments, and entrepreneurs who think and act sustainably. For over 15 years, we’ve been helping the world innovate, become more sustainable, and accelerate progress, creating visible impact that contributes both here in the Netherlands and beyond.
Connect with a valuable network to solve global and local challenges
GORDANA GORIC | Senior Lecturer University Vernity
OUR VALUES
Impact first
Everything we do is focused on achieving sustainable and measurable impact. We always strive for positive change and concrete results.
Entrepreneurial
We seize opportunities and turn innovative ideas into action. Our entrepreneurial approach accelerates sustainable transitions.
Pragmatic
We deliver practical, results-driven solutions that are immediately applicable. Our support goes beyond advice; we assist with execution.
Diverse & Accessible
Inclusion and accessibility are at the core of what we do; anyone with a good idea is welcome. We value diverse perspectives and embrace learning from mistakes.
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to the team!
A multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to accelerating the transition to a sustainable society and economy. We are supported by a broad network of mentors, trainers, and advisors who specialise in everything involved in generating positive impact.
Latest updates
19 May
Looking to initiate or expand a circular innovation initiative? The Circular Innovation Collective (CIC) Program Guide offers key insights and strategies from a collaborative effort that united startups, policymakers, and partners to address complex urban challenges. It's a practical blueprint for building impactful, systems-level solutions in any city or organization.
12 May
The pressure on the construction sector to become more sustainable is increasing rapidly. Stricter regulations, ambitious climate targets, and rising societal expectations make one thing clear: the sector needs to change course. Yet in practice, integrating biobased innovations into building projects, supply chains, and procurement processes remains a significant challenge.
In this article, Impact Innovation Strategist, Christiaan Glerum shares his key learnings from the Built by Nature Prize project: about collaboration, recurring barriers, and what it really takes to bring biobased innovation into practice.
7 May
At Impact Hub Amsterdam, we are wrapping up an extensive deep-dive into the future of regenerative businesses.
In this article, we share our key findings with you. We will explain the origin of the regenerative mindset, its relation to sustainability and the circular economy model and the potential impact. We will discuss some main hurdles entrepreneurs face when looking to adopt regenerative practices, and possible solutions.
15 April
What makes mentorship truly meaningful in times of transition?
That is the simple, yet key question lying at the heart of the NatAlli project. As we developed our mentorship toolkit over the past year, we found ourselves returning to this question—not only to refine the content, but also to reflect on how mentorship can best support highly educated Ukrainian women navigating new beginnings in unfamiliar contexts.
10 April
From Nieuw-West to Noord, Amsterdam is buzzing with social innovators, community builders, and sustainability warriors. These are the people driving positive change in their neighborhoods—and Boost je Buurt 2025 is here to empower them to go even further. Ready to meet the changemakers that are shaping the future of Amsterdam's neighbourhoods?
