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Multi-disciplinary consulting, innovation and development organization working on advanced sustainability projects around the globe.

Future Visions

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Except Integrated Sustainability

Michiel van der Vight
Senior Associate

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“Except is a group of inspired people that works in a very innovative way. With Except's integrated approach they work on highly relevant issues, because they also take health and happiness into account, next to economy and ecology.”
-- Peter Oei
Program director, SIGN / InnovationNetwork
“They always give us new perspectives and insights that accelerate our projects.”
-- Jaap Bosch
Project Developer, Eneco Wind

What would your city look like if it used the best ideas available today? What would your organization look like? What effect would a policy change bring in the lives of everyone around you?

An inspiring vision brings energy, commitment and dedication. Except has over 10 years of experience in developing inspiring visions of a sustainable, equitable and viable future, and we love doing it! 

New directions

Developing a future vision is the first step in discovering new directions for the issues we deal with today. Our team of experts on the built environment, industry, business, trends and policy work with you to create viable visions that are carried by stakeholders and inspires for years to come. 

Inspire people

Choosing the right way to express a vision is an important part of achieving positive results. Visions can be developed in the form of documents, imagery, movies, websites and stories, and we work together with you to choose the right medium.

Realistic futures

A vision can only truly inspire if it has a chance of becoming reality, otherwise it's just a pipe dream. That's why we think a vision is not something you develop simply by fantasizing, but by using selections of the best new developments that are currently taking place, combining them with expert knowledge and a critical eye, and extrapolating them to future scenario's. 

Realizing your vision

A vision is the first step, after which various options can be explored to realize it. Part of our visioning process is developing a pathway from where we are now, so that future visions can become tomorrow's reality. This can include business modeling, strategy, stakeholder involvement, engineering, design and custom research.

 For business

The world is changing rapidly. What could your business look like in 10, 20 or 50 years when you optimally adapt to the revolutions of today?

Explore the pathways to resilient and profitable business, while contributing to a sustainable society.

 For cities & communities

Our communities are alive, adapting to changes in society rapidly, making new living environments possible. What would your city or community look like if it would use the best ideas available?

Explore smart and sustainable communities and create an inspiring vision for people to believe in.

 For industry

The world of stuff is changing: closed loops, supply chain interactions, new technologies, restrictions on facilities and new market opportunities.

How will your industry change to adapt to the challenges that await us? And how can you adapt to take the lead?

 For policy

In times of need, people look to government and institutions for answers. The world of policy is increasinly complex, while in need of new ideas and new directions on how to move forward for long term benefit.

Developing a future vision for policy development creates clarity, understanding and support for strong policy ideas.

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