Dami Day 2026
Welcome to a Day on Resilience, 20 October 2026 – Building Strength for the Future
In a world characterised by rapid change, uncertainty and increasing complexity, the ability to adapt, develop and recover is becoming ever more important. Resilience is not only about coping with setbacks; it is about creating the conditions for long-term sustainability, innovation and competitiveness.
The DAMI Research Centre at Karlstad University therefore invites businesses, organisations and public sector stakeholders to an inspiring day focused on resilience. Together, we will explore how individuals, organisations and societies can strengthen their capacity to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Throughout the day, you will gain insights from current research, practical examples and inspiring discussions between academia and industry. You will also have the opportunity to make new connections, exchange experiences and discuss how resilience can be translated into concrete action within your own organisation.
Time and Venue
Date: 20 October 2026
Time: 08:15–12:00
Venue: Transformum, Karlstad University
We warmly welcome you to a day of knowledge sharing, dialogue and optimism for the future, where together we will explore pathways towards a more resilient society and business community.
Registration
Programme
8:00-08:30 Coffee
08:30-08:45 Anna Ericson Öberg opens Dami Day
08:45-09:05 From the Diesel Trap to the Electric Trap - How can we build resilient mines? Peter Wallin, Boliden
09:05-09:25 Resilient Industry Through On-Demand Manufacturing, Paul Nemes, Sustainable Steel Region, Espen Sivertsen, Ivaldi
09:25-10:00 Research Showcase
10:00-10:30 Break
10:30-10:50 Resilience Through Flexible Energy Systems, Erik Hallin, Ferroman
10:50-11:10 Mission-Driven Approaches, Lotta Braunerhielm, Karlstad University, and Carolin Maule, Compare
11:10-11:50 Workshop
11:50-12:00 Closing Remarks
From the Diesel Trap to the Electric Trap
Peter Wallin, Manager of the Boliden Mines Electrification Programme, will explain how resilient mines can be built.
Resilient Industry Through On-Demand Manufacturing
Paul Nemes, Sustainable Steel Region, and Espen Sivertsen, Ivaldi, will discuss on-demand manufacturing and how the system needs to evolve to support it.
Resilience Through Flexible Energy Systems
Erik Hallin of Ferroman will discuss how a robust and adaptable society can be achieved through flexible energy systems.
Mission-Driven Approaches - From Silos to Campfire
Lotta Braunerhielm, Karlstad University, and Carolin Maule, Compare, will talk about a mission-driven and place-based approach to achieving systemic transformation and collaboration around societal challenges.