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Karel J. Golta

CEO

INDEED Innovation

Hamburg, Germany

14 profile visitsSustainable/circular solution provider

INDEED is the global design & innovation firm for a circular economy. We design & deliver circular products, experiences and systems.

My organisation

INDEED Innovation

INDEED Innovation

Consulting

Hamburg, Germany

Who we are INDEED is the global design & innovation firm for a circular economy. What we do We partner with forward acting organizations to design & deliver products, experiences and systems that eliminate waste, regenerate natural resources, keep materials & products in loops and help humans to adopt circular business models. How we do it With our unique Circular-Transformation-Framework we apply a multi-disciplinary, systems-level approach in realizing any partner solution, combining contributions form AI, behavioral science, materials science and engineering. Why we do it The climate crisis and finite resources are very real. Circularity is the only path to decouple our economy from linear material use, and systemically reduce GHG emissions. Circular Opportunity Identification: We conduct extensive research to identify specific circular opportunities tailored to your business. By analyzing market trends, consumer insights, and industry best practices, we help you uncover untapped potential for circular innovation. Our expert team assists in shaping your circular strategy, aligning it with your sustainability and business strategy. Circular Product, Packaging and Service Design: Drawing upon our expertise in design, engineering and sustainable business models, we collaborate with you to design, build, and deliver circular products, packaging and services. By integrating circular principles into every stage of the development process, we create solutions that minimize waste, maximize resource utilization, and enhance the overall environmental and social impact of your offerings. Circular Business Eco-System Scaling: Through robust measurement, evaluation, and optimization, we help you maximize the performance and efficiency of your circular initiatives to become eco-systems. Additionally, we facilitate the creation of cross-company eco-systems, fostering collaborations and partnerships that amplify the circularity of your industry and beyond. Embed Circular Thinking: We assist in embedding circular thinking & doing within your organization. Through tailored programs, we inspire and educate your global staff on the principles and benefits of circularity. We redesign your innovation culture, encouraging a mindset shift towards sustainable practices and fostering an environment that nurtures circular innovation. Furthermore, we help you create a compelling vision and roadmap towards circularity, ensuring a clear direction for your organization's circular transformation.
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About me

Amidst the urgent call of our planet's distress and a world shaped by rapid advancement in AI & technology, Karel champions a mission that tugs at the heartstrings — to recode innovation for a planet-centric future.

My dedication is to reverse humanity's ecological impact by reshaping design and innovation for regeneration & circularity. I envision a future where our actions not only benefit humanity but nurture the global ecosystem, leading to a more livable planet for all life forms and for generations.

As the founder of INDEED Innovation I thrive on challenging conventional thinking and exploring untapped potentials. I'm an innovation rebel, entrepreneur, advisor, investor, international speaker, and visionary—committed to transforming any business towards sustainable circularity and humane innovation.

I believe in turning bold ideas into reality, emphasizing that true innovation lies in tangible, successful outcomes aligned with the planetary boundaries. My work focuses on reshaping business practices, that eliminate the concept of waste, regenerate natural resources, keep materials & products in loops and foster the adoption of circular business models.

To build a more beautiful future, we have to recode innovation. It's not just about ideas; it's about real-world impact. My latest project, “10 moral Questions, How to design tech & AI responsibly” co-authored with Eva Simone Lihotzky, Shannon Mullen O’Keefe, Adriana Nugter, and Winnie So urges a shift towards innovations that prioritize the well-being of our entire ecosystem. It emphasizes inclusive decision-making, advocating for collaborative dialogue and moral considerations that encompass diverse perspectives and values. It ultimately aims to inspire readers to engage in meaningful discussions, shaping a more inclusive and morally conscious future for everyone.

Other work in clude 'The AI Toolbook,' co-authored with Michael Leitl and Alessandro Brandolisio, it aims to democratize AI literacy, empowering individuals to leverage technology for climate action and sustainability goals.

Join me in reshaping the future through actionable innovation and genuine impact.

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Skills

  • Circular Opportunity Identification:
  • Circular Product, Packaging and Service Design
  • Circular Business Eco-System Scaling
  • Embed Circular Thinking

Interests

  • circular innovation
  • circular economy
  • r-strategies
  • re-commerce
  • refurbish
  • Repair
  • furniture
  • circular procurement
  • electronics
  • Med-Tech
  • Consumer products
  • FMCG
  • R&D

Marketplace (3)

  • Service

    Implement Circular Innovation

    Develop and deliver circular products, packaging, and experiences that maximize product life cycle and close loops.

    • Consulting
    • Development
    • Manufacturing
    • ICT/Electronics
    • Circular Economy
    • Agriculture & Food
    • Aviation And Space
    • Plastics/Chemicals
    • Creative Industries
    • Construction & Mining
    • Ecodesign and packaging
    • Engineering & Technology
    • Life Science, Healthcare & Cosmetics
    • Technical Services/Technical Advisory
    • Automotive, Batteries, Transport & Logistics
    Author

    Karel J. Golta

    CEO at INDEED Innovation

    Hamburg, Germany

  • Service

    Drive Circular Impact

    Define a circular vision, strategy and roadmap that empower circular value creation across industries.

    • Consulting
    • Waste Cycle
    • ICT/Electronics
    • Circular Economy
    • Agriculture & Food
    • Aviation And Space
    • Plastics/Chemicals
    • Textiles And Fashion
    • Construction & Mining
    • Ecodesign and packaging
    • Life Science, Healthcare & Cosmetics
    • Technical Services/Technical Advisory
    • Automotive, Batteries, Transport & Logistics
    Author

    Karel J. Golta

    CEO at INDEED Innovation

    Hamburg, Germany

  • Service

    Advise Circular Transformation

    Offer strategic advice and expert guidance to enable and lead organizational transformation towards circularity.

    • Energy
    • Maritime
    • Services
    • Consulting
    • Waste Cycle
    • Water Cycle
    • ICT/Electronics
    • Circular Economy
    • Agriculture & Food
    • Aviation And Space
    • Plastics/Chemicals
    • Creative Industries
    • Textiles And Fashion
    • Construction & Mining
    • Ecodesign and packaging
    • Engineering & Technology
    • Tourism And Cultural Heritage
    • Life Science, Healthcare & Cosmetics
    • Automotive, Batteries, Transport & Logistics
    Author

    Karel J. Golta

    CEO at INDEED Innovation

    Hamburg, Germany