iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Christian Schneider on his successful PhD defence! 🎓 His research on innovation transfer & sustainable development in Africa, funded by UNIDO ITPO Germany, marks a major milestone. Grateful to have co-supervised with Prof. Moest at @tudresden.bsky.social.

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Excited to see my colleague @kavehmadani.bsky.social, Director of our sister institute @unuinweh.bsky.social, named the 2026 Stockholm Water Prize Laureate! Having worked with him at @unu-flores.bsky.social, I’ve seen his passion for water issues firsthand. Congrats on this well‑deserved honor!

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

We dove into Altenberg’s former tin mine, learning about the Ore Mountains history since the 14th century, as part of our team-building event. We had a wonderful time sharing dinner and swapping gifts during our circular gift exchange. Underground history sharpens how we connect the dots above. ⛏️

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Today, I join HaloFreeEtch's second webinar alongside Dr. Cédric Rolin (imec) & Dr. Gertrude Kignelman (Centexbel), sharing responsible electronics via @tudresden.bsky.social's REC². Rewiring tech for climate resilience. 🔗https://shorturl.at/PcqUr

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

In “Episode 5: Karriereentscheidungen” of Sachsen Digital – Menschen gefragt, I talk with @unu-flores.bsky.social’s Sonja Hahn-Tomer about leadership beyond titles, mentoring as dialogue & challenges worth embracing. Career decisions don’t happen in spreadsheets. 🎧https://shorturl.at/bZSaP

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

On this #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience, I’m thinking of GRK2250‑III, and the many perspectives that go into understanding mineral‑bonded composites and impact safety in buildings. Safer structures start with #EveryVoiceInScience. #WomenInScience #GRK2250 #ResourceNexus

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Following a successful presentation at the #GRK2250 Winter Workshop, I sat down with my doctoral researcher, Waseem Ashraf, to shape the next steps of his project on sustainable composite materials at @unu-flores.bsky.social & @tudresden.bsky.social in Oberbärenburg. #Sustainability #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Clean energy transitions need innovation. Our publication explores capacitor-based storage integrated in building envelopes – durable, lithium‑ and metal‑free, enabling smoother renewable energy use. 📝 shorturl.at/rxZQa #InternationalDayofCleanEnergy #ResourceNexus #Sustainability

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Why I shifted to #Sustainability, how @unu-flores.bsky.social landed in #Lausitz, & what the world learns from its transformation – my #WHY! Smalltalk Podcast episode "From numbers to nature" unpacks it. 🎧 darumwhy.de/why-smalltalk/ #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

At @unu-flores.bsky.social, @ununiversity.bsky.social's 5th Rector Prof. Dr. Konrad Osterwalder's support birthed our doctoral program – now flourishing as NEXtra, thriving with 35 researchers advancing #ResourceNexus #Sustainability. His legacy endures – education as a bridge to peace and justice.

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Innovation rarely begins in a lab — it often starts on a loom. 🧵 Saxony’s textile heritage shows how tradition and technology intertwine and perfectly reflects why “Circular Textiles” is now one of our five Focus Areas at @unu-flores.bsky.social. #Sustainability #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Can a mined-out land spark empowerment? At #COP30, just energy transitions are about redistributing power, rebuilding communities & inclusion. At @unu-flores.bsky.social , we see transition as a collective act rooted in justice & local wisdom. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

This “Amazon COP” reminded us why local voices and global ambition must align. @unu-flores.bsky.social works to strengthen resilience through research and innovation that connect people, nature, and policy. #COP30 #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus #Sustainability

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Today I honor a man whose work reshaped global responsibility and everyday courage. Dr. David Malone carried a compass of integrity and generosity, whose lessons guide me to this day. May we keep learning with the curiosity and kindness he embodied. Thank you, David.

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

@unu-flores.bsky.social & @ufz.de renewed their partnership, evolving since 2014 from water research into a broad #ResourceNexus collaboration connecting water, energy, land & more. This includes joint work in two TU Dresden-funded projects like KlimaKonform II. #UNUat50 #Sustainability

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Visiting PUC-Rio, we laid key foundations for the UNU Hub SURE – a new chapter in sustainable urban resilience rooted in collaboration and real impact. Excited for the future we’ll build together for cities that adapt, recover, and thrive. #UNUat50 #Sustainability

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Phosphorus: small but crucial for every bite and global food security. At #COP30, we discussed shifting from “waste” to circular resources. By 2029, German law demands phosphorus recovery from wastewater – redefining resilience & how we value what we discard. #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Buildings are more than structures; they’re where climate action can either falter or surge. At #COP30, with the support of #GlobalABC, we launched the Research Network for Priority Action led by @unu-flores.bsky.social to align global research & fast-track implementation. #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

At #COP30, @unu-flores.bsky.social & @un-habitat.bsky.social co-organized & explored how to power cities without draining the planet. Our #ResourceNexus lens links water, soil, waste, & other resources to build regenerative – not just net-zero – cities. Everyone has a role in this transformation.

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

At #COP30 in Belém, Brazil, science, community, and ambition meet to shape real change. Representing @unu-flores.bsky.social, I see how the #ResourceNexus helps pave the way to our shared future. Collaboration drives progress. #UNUat50 #Sustainability

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Life surprises us in beautiful ways – not with plans, but with serendipity. My 60th birthday was filled with laughter, dancing, Kaffee und Kuchen, and a tapestry of cultures. Grateful for everyone who made this an unforgettable milestone. #Serendipity #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

At Ostrale Dresden 2025, waste inspired new ways of thinking and living #Sustainably. This echoes our House of No Waste competition at @unu-flores.bsky.social, where waste sparks innovation and circular futures. How do you see waste? End or new beginning? #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Celebrating 15 years of #DRESDENconcept on the Elbe felt like pausing time to reflect on how science shapes real lives. Together with 42 partners, @unu-flores.bsky.social is shaping a better tomorrow. Let’s keep co-writing the next chapter. #UNUat50 #Sustainability #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Swapping handshakes for high-fives at Dresden Sports Day powered by Silicon Saxony – proof that stepping out of routine and getting active turns colleagues into teammates and ideas come alive. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus #Sustainability

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

80 years of the UN Charter – still guiding us to unite for change. Celebrate #UNDay2025 with us in Dresden: 24 Oct 2025, 18:00, Plenarsaal Rathaus. Entry FREE, registration required: shorturl.at/FCQYi #80YearsUN #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus #Sustainability

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Dresden’s streets became a vibrant hub of culture and connection at "Dresden is(s)t bunt" 2025. Over 200 organizations and thousands of voices showed me how our work at @unu-flores.bsky.social goes beyond resources – it’s about nurturing ties that bind us all. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

A call for bold ideas! The House of No Waste (HØW) competition by @unu-flores.bsky.social & partners invites young innovators to design resource-smart buildings and cities, where nothing valuable is lost and every choice counts. Learn more: houseofnowaste.org #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Welcomed Ms. Franziska Schubert, chairperson of Bündnis 90/Die Grünen in the Saxon State Parliament, to our @unu-flores.bsky.social office. Discussed Lusatia’s post-mining future as a space for innovation and resilience – change begins with bold partnerships. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

“Was man wirklich will, das schafft man auch!” My doctoral supervisor’s motto has shaped my path and echoes in my work and at home. Today, I honor Prof. Coenenberg’s legacy – a champion of connections enduring inspiration at @unu-flores.bsky.social . shorturl.at/jNEhM #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Ramoudane Orou Sannou’s PhD defense, co-supervised with Dr. Sabrina Kirschke, reminded us: agri-food #Sustainability isn’t just about crops, but about people – fair work, land rights, community & hope. More trees, less hunger. Congratulations! #ResourceNexus #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 31/07/2025

Dr. Anish Ghimire’s visit at @unu-flores.bsky.social sparked fresh thinking on environmental impact. His expertise in life cycle assessment – evaluating impacts from creation to disposal – and Nepal case studies brought theory to practice for local & global solutions. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

New perspectives from our Korean interns, made possible by our K-eco partnership, enriches @unu-flores.bsky.social' work. Together, we tackle challenges from plastic pollution to battery waste. Progress in #Sustainability is a shared journey. #WorldYouthSkillsDay #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

Cooperatives aren’t just economic entities but communities driving real change. Our research shows how shared effort and access to finance empower people – especially rural women – for lasting well-being. shorturl.at/EA9fB #UNUat50 #InternationalDayofCooperatives

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

Soil sustains our food, forests, and future – yet it’s often overlooked. @unu-flores.bsky.social connects soil, water, and climate to build resilience. Protecting soil means securing our shared future. #UNUat50 #InternationalSoilConservationDay #ResourceNexus #Sustainability

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

Welcomed the first cohort of International Masters in Water Security & Global Change at @unu-flores.bsky.social – an inspiring step in Global South-North collaboration via the ABCD-Centre. New ideas & connections, and a shared mission for a more sustainable future. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

At the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development in Sevilla, @unu-flores.bsky.social Vaibhav Aggarwal is amplifying smallholder voices – reminding us that bridging the $4 trillion gap takes courage, curiosity, and real solidarity in action. #UNUat50 #SDGs #FFD4

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises are the creative sparks that shape resilient communities. On #MSMEDay, let’s recognize their power to turn local challenges into global solutions. 📸: pre-matter is a startup turning waste into valuable materials #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

Exploring an online university for STEM at the United Nations in New York reminded me: real progress on #SDG4 means making education accessible everywhere. 📸 With Rabab Fatima #UNUat50 #Sustainability #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Even mined-out land can come back to life if we listen, collaborate, and dare to reimagine restoration. On #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, I’m reminded: renewal is possible, even in unexpected places. We can restore what's seemingly forgotten, together. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

011

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

What should learning at @ununiversity.bsky.social look like in a fast-changing world? At ‪@unu-flores.bsky.social, participants from different UNU‬ institutes came together to shape a UNU‬-wide vision for e-learning and make knowledge more accessible, together. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

New York’s steam and fog reveal the #ResourceNexus at work – water, energy, and air intertwined. True #Sustainability means seeing these connections – only then can we shape cities that are resilient and healthy for all. #WorldEnvironmentDay

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Plastic is everywhere – oceans, soils, even within us. On #WorldEnvironmentDay, let’s go beyond awareness. Together with K-Eco, @unu-flores.bsky.social seeks to #BeatPlasticPollution by turning this challenge from pollution to possibility. #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

On #WorldBicycleDay, I’m reminded how riding our tandem bike with my husband Thomas shows that real progress comes from moving forward together. Cycling is a simple but powerful way to support our planet and build healthier communities. Let’s keep pedaling forward! #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

On World Day for Cultural Diversity, our @unu-flores.bsky.social office turned into a global celebration – sharing food, dance, and stories from many cultures. Dialogue across cultures is essential for peace & sustainable development – our best ideas grow from many perspectives. #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

At @un.org HQ in NYC, I stood with Juwang Zhu & Johannes Cullmann in front of a #BerlinWall fragment – a powerful reminder that barriers can be overcome. @unu-flores.bsky.social’ #ResourceNexus approach links water, food, energy, waste, & other resources to drive real progress on the #SDGs. #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Excited to see @tudresden.bsky.social ‬ secure 5 Clusters of Excellence! Proud that @unuflores contributed to the cluster proposals of REC² & CARE – bringing the #ResourceNexus approach to responsible electronics & sustainable construction. Collaboration drives real progress! #UNUat50

010

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 21/05/2025

On #InternationalTeaDay, every cup connects us to communities like those in Tanzania. Our doctoral researcher Ally Mkumbukiy studies how tea growers face climate & economic challenges — and how supporting their resilience is key to a sustainable future. 🍵 #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

This year @unu-flores.bsky.social hosted the GlobalABC Annual Assembly in Dresden, gathering global experts to rethink how buildings shape our communities and climate future. Moving forward demands resilience and #Sustainability working hand in hand to transform how we live. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Celebrating research that drives change: At #DNC2025, Disha Gupta won the PRISMA Sustainability Assessment and Policy Award for work on irrigation and groundwater in Punjab, while the WEF Nexus Index team was recognized for advancing resource management. Congratulations! 📸 Victor Smolinski #UNUat50

000

edelguenther.bsky.social @edelguenther.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

At #DNC2025, I signed a Letter of Intent with @un-habitat.bsky.social Executive Director Anacláudia Rossbach to advance resilient, sustainable cities through integrated resource management, education, and innovation. #UNUat50 #ResourceNexus

000