When Johan Rockström and Mattias Klum took the stage at Sara Kulturhus on Friday, there was a great deal of interest. Nearly 650 people gathered to attend a lecture where research, statistics, and powerful stories about nature were woven together into a message about the state of the planet – and the opportunity we still have to influence its future.
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During the final days of Society Expo, Skellefteå will host the first CITE (Cities in Transition Europe) conference. A new European network for medium-sized cities undergoing transition. On June 9–10, representatives from six countries will gather at Sara Kulturhus to share experiences regarding industrial transition, workforce development, and sustainable growth.
How can we create organizations where people can grow and contribute as both society and the workplace are changing rapidly? Issues related to skills, adaptability, and collaboration took center stage at Society Expo 2026.
The Society Expo 2026 event has concluded, but the questions live on. During Sustainability Week, Society Expo invites you to two events focused on Skellefteå’s continued development, ranging from discussions about social transformation at Kulturtrappan to an evening of art, sauna, and dialogue about the future of WasteLand.
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During Society Expo 2026, Trädgårdsgatan in downtown Skellefteå was temporarily transformed. Greenery, seating areas, and spaces for activities, culture, and relaxation took over the street. Now, a before-and-after assessment shows a clear change in how the space was experienced—and at the same time provides insights to guide the future development of Skellefteå.
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