“It would show guts if the government offered free public transport. Maybe we as Amsterdam region should take care of that ourselves. Imagine the impact on congestion and parking problems.”

“What we’re looking for when investing has now changed. We used to look at euros and employment opportunities. Now it’s the impact a company can make in the energy, food or raw material transition.”

“By focusing on societal tasks, a different conversation emerges. It is no longer about individual tasks, but about an interplay of solutions. Those require strong choices.”

“Meaningful choices take creativity, courage, and perhaps heroism. Also to face the consequences of one’s own choices. Often one’s own carbon footprint is much larger than that of others.”

“Companies are aware of their role. They no longer want to leave it all up to the government, and together we can make an impact. Inclusive prosperity is the basis for a prosperous metropolis.”

“Civic participation should be more broadly encouraged and organised. Actual inclusive prosperity takes people from diverse backgrounds, from all areas of the metropolis. For this, cooperation with civil society organisations is essential.”

“I hope for a concrete action programme, with innovative financing arrangements. I challenge the financial world to come up with win-win financing by multiple parties. That’d benefit all and projects could get started faster.”

“It is good to be involved in the Amsterdam Economic Board as a region. As organisations and businesses, we each have our own strategies. It’s important to think together about how we can help the region overcome major overarching transitions.”

“Living spaces require having an integral plan instead of everyone having a piece. Anyone can change their perspective and shine a light on the common interests. That literally creates more space in conversations.”