Introduction to Bornholm’s Greenmapper – Supporting Circular Initiatives
Circular economy is about using resources in ways that reduce waste and create new value again and again. It applies both to everyday life and to how we move around as travelers, guests, or locals. Every choice in transport, consumption, or accommodation is an opportunity to support a greener development on Bornholm.
This chart is part of Greenmapper, a tool that explores how both visitors and residents engage in living and traveling more sustainably. By marking the actions you already take – or would like to take – you help us understand and strengthen Bornholm’s work toward a green transition.
Greenmapper is a research platform run by the University of Groningen where people share their favorite nature and landscape spots and discuss how we can better protect them. In this way, participants help advance science, policy, and nature conservation. Read more here.
This poll builds on discussions from the recent TIPPING and RUDDER workshops with BOFA and Aalborg University.
Two circular initiatives were used as cases:
• The Material Bank, aiming to give construction and demolition (C&D) waste, such as bricks, wood, tiles, etc., a new life through creative and practical reuse;
• The REUSE-LAB, aiming to create youth jobs by repairing electrical and electronic goods, such as headphones, TVs, washing machines, etc., for reuse.
Yet, we are exploring how people, including tourists, can contribute to the two initiatives. Together, we can make Bornholm a place where circular thinking becomes a natural part of both daily life and the experience of the island – all year round.
Think along with us — and win a prize!
Take part in the discussion and you could win an unforgettable stay.
Participate who complete the voting and submit their own statements before [xx] will be entered into a voucher for an overnight stay for two at Melsted Badehotel, equivalent to one night for two.
What is Bornholm-Greenmapper Friends?
GreenMapper Friends is a scientific experiment with geographics in focus. It provides insights on how people cherish nature and what is the best for nature. In the case of Bornholm, we invite people as “citizen scientists” to explore how to effectively achieve Zero Waste 2032 through an interactive polling experiment to hear opinions and find consensus and divergence.
How can I participate in the project?
Step 1: Create an account
Press the button below this page. Register and participate in the project with a GreenMapper “friend/fan” account!
To start participating, you first mark on a map where you live. For privacy, you don’t mark your exact address, but approximately where you live. You can watch the short animation video to explain how this works.
>> Click and see how to place a home marker <<
Step 2: Participate in the survey of circular economy initiatives
After registering, you will be redirected to a voting page. The topic is how to actively engage in circular economy. You can vote “Agree,” “Disagree,” and “Unsure/Pass” on various statements. Perhaps you have a completely different opinion. Give your opinion and submit it so that others can vote on your idea.
You will remain anonymous and will see a visualization of opinion groups. The votes will be used to analyze consensus and differences of opinion. The topics and measures that receive the most votes will be analysed and discussed during the later meeting with local organisations.
Step 3: Win the prize and receive our report briefing
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Disclaimer!
We feel we should give a warning! Yes, Greenmapper is a user-friendly web app designed for the general public. Still, it remains scientific software, with very limited funding and a very small technical support team. When compared to a simple written survey, Greenmapper stands out as a visually appealing and interactive tool. When compared to big tech applications, you may still find it far less fluent and user-friendly. Bear with us and our small team. Our means are limited, but our efforts, and yours (!), are noble.
Greenmapper is made possible with support from:
