Industry Accelerators for Sustainable Society Development: The Norrköping Model

As the world faces unprecedented challenges—climate change, resource scarcity, and the urgent need for sustainable economic growth—innovation ecosystems must step forward as drivers of transformative change. In Norrköping, Sweden, a local model for such an ecosystem has been built. One that not only accelerates technological advancement but does so with sustainability embedded at its core. It is not just about successful startups or cutting-edge research. It is a blueprint for how innovation spaces—when designed as true accelerators—can bridge academia, industry, and finance to foster reindustrialization aligned with the needs of a sustainable society. The Norrköping model demonstrates how collaborative environments can catalyze technology, nurture investment, and develop future-proof industries.