Welcome to the podcast 'Advancing Sustainable Solutions', produced by the IIIEE at Lund University. The International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE) is an interdisciplinary research and education institute located in Lund, Sweden with activities focusing on the transition to low-carbon and resource efficient economies.
In this podcast, we will share ongoing research and activities through engaging conversation that is relatable and applicable to our daily lives. In essence, we wish to support listeners in their journey towards sustainability. Look for a new episode at the end of each month!
E6: Dispelling myths about sustainable consumption
Which myths persist about sustainable consumption, where do they come from, and how can they be dispelled? These questions are explored in this latest podcast episode with researchers in the Mistra-funded project Sustainable Consumption – from Niche to Mainstream (https://www.soc.lu.se/forskning/forskningsprojekt/mistra-sustainable-consumption-niche-mainstream): Oksana Mont (https://www.linkedin.com/in/oksanamont/), Matthias Lehner (https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthias-lehner-a53b571a1/), Josefine Henman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/josefinehenman/), Jessika Richter (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessika-luth-richter-7ba09b2b/), Marianne Ekdahl (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-ekdahl-2bb52427/), and Mikael Klintman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikael-klintman-2aba5319/). Together with the host, Philipp Montenegro (https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipp-montenegro-12170912a/), they discuss a selection of myths drawn from the forthcoming book Dispelled: Myths about Sustainable Consumption (to be published in early 2026). The book, as well as a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC), addresses 12 myths about sustainable consumption, why they matter, and how to dispel them [Enroll here for free. (https://www.coursera.org/learn/dispelling-myths-about-sustainable-consumption/)] In addition, we also mention two books by Mikael Klintman: Framing (2025): The Social Art of Influence (https://www.soc.lu.se/mikael-klintman/publication/8f8ede75-aab4-4fe0-97bf-01838f3a0648) and Knowledge Resistance (2019): How We Avoid Insight from Others (https://www.soc.lu.se/mikael-klintman/publication/0466d947-aae5-4fd2-956f-8f38bd441368).
1 Aug 2025
E5: Women in Power
Why are women still underrepresented in Sweden’s energy sector, despite the country leading the EU in gender equality? This episode hosted by Philipp Montenegro explores Women in Power, a research project led by Daniela Lazoroska with Jenny Palm and Anna-Riikka Kojonsaari from the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics at Lund University’s. The project, running from 2023-2027, investigates how women’s professional networks and collective efforts are driving change, offering mentorship, and challenging industry norms. Backed by the Swedish Energy Agency, the research provides qualitative empirical insights into how social capital translates into career advancement and broader inclusion.
Find out more here: https://portal.research.lu.se/sv/projects/women-in-power-peer-networking-and-collectivization-towards-diver
and the publications that have so far come from the project:
1. A gender perspective on the circular economy: A literature review and research agenda. Access here : https://doi.org/10.1111/jiec.13554
2. Gender-based opportunity structure in the energy sector: a literature review on women’s networking and mentoring. Access here: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13705-024-00494-9
For transparency this was recorded in November 2023.
20 Jun 2025
E4: Voices from SCORAI- part 2: Interview with keynote speaker Manisha Anantharaman
Manisha Anantharaman discusses her sustainable consumption research, including her book, "Recycling Class," and her experience as a keynote speaker at the SCORAI conference in an interview with Ella Alfredsson Jofs and Lilly Diamant.
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