Building a Strong Digital Identity: Key Collaborators and Strategic Growth

To build and improve my digital identity, I rely on key collaborators who can offer invaluable support. Universities and professors play a pivotal role by providing academic guidance, references, and access to research or career opportunities. Their expertise helps ensure my digital presence is informed and grounded in credible academic foundations. Mentors and industry professionals further refine my profile by offering feedback on its optimization, endorsing my skills, and keeping me updated on the latest industry trends. Their insights are crucial for adapting my identity to the evolving demands of the field. Additionally, peers and alumni networks are instrumental in expanding my professional connections, facilitating opportunities to connect with recruiters, collaborators, and others in my industry. By building relationships with these individuals, I can gain access to new opportunities and advice that drive the continuous growth of my digital identity.

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About NAUFAL AFIF PRAHASTHO

Innovative Sustainability Expert | MSc Candidate in Advanced Materials: Innovative Recycling Erasmus Mundus Program | Experienced Analyst in Renewable Energy & Environmental Sustainability Solutions

Going through “The Week” was an eye-opening journey that took me through a mix of intense emotions. That first video hit hard—I felt a deep sense of agony and disgust realizing how severe the climate crisis is. The problem seemed so overwhelming that hopelessness set in, making me wonder if anything we do can really make a difference.

But as the week progressed, things changed. The discussions with Naufal, Jerome, and Laki were especially valuable. Talking with them helped me process these heavy emotions and learn to express them openly. Those conversations turned the experience from being just informative to being deeply personal and reflective, helping me move from despair to a place of hope. The sessions showed that there are real, tangible ways to tackle the crisis, and that we aren’t powerless. By the end of the week, I felt motivated and more responsible—not just as an individual but as an upcoming engineer who will have a role in shaping a sustainable future.

Learning about climate change isn’t just about facts; it’s about facing the emotional impact head-on. It starts with shock and sadness, then anger at the failures that led us here, and finally, hope—sparked by seeing that solutions exist and that collective action can bring change.

Being a parent to my 8-month-old daughter makes all of this hit even closer to home. Her future weighs heavily on my mind, and that worry pushes me to act. As an engineer in training, I know that my choices and actions contribute to the kind of world she will grow up in. “The Week” reinforced that while fear can be overwhelming, it can also fuel action. Thanks to those meaningful discussions with my peers, I’m more committed than ever to playing my part for her future—and for all of ours.

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About OSCAR LINDBERG AUGESTAD

Innovative Sustainability Expert | MSc Candidate in Advanced Materials: Innovative Recycling Erasmus Mundus Program | Experienced Analyst in Renewable Energy & Environmental Sustainability Solutions

Professional Introduction: Naufal Afif Prahastho

Background

I am a dedicated sustainability expert and MSc candidate specializing in advanced materials and innovative recycling through the Erasmus Mundus program. I bring over 3 years of hands-on experience in material science, project management, and environmental sustainability. My career spans roles in management consulting, renewable energy market analysis, and product lifecycle management. I excel at designing and implementing sustainable solutions that enhance business operations and reduce environmental footprints.

Contribution & Interest

In previous positions, I’ve contributed to sustainable policy development, renewable energy management, and operational transformations. Passionate about emerging technologies in the sustainability field, I’m particularly driven to optimize supply chains with eco-friendly solutions.

With a focus on environmental sustainability, I’m committed to pushing the boundaries of material science and circular economy strategies. My goal is to leverage my skills in project management, data-driven analysis, and sustainability to drive meaningful change in the industries I serve.

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About NAUFAL AFIF PRAHASTHO

Innovative Sustainability Expert | MSc Candidate in Advanced Materials: Innovative Recycling Erasmus Mundus Program | Experienced Analyst in Renewable Energy & Environmental Sustainability Solutions

Julia Álvarez del Cuadro


Hello!

I am Julia Álvarez del Cuadro, an Industrial Engineer coming from the North of Spain. Currently, I am following a Master in Circular Economy with a focus on Minerals and Construction Products. I am also working in a Technological Center of the Polytechnic University of Madrid, the Official Laboratory José María Madariaga.
My first contact with Circular Economy was during my bachelor thesis, and since then I new that I wanted to continue my studies around that topic.
I hope that my professional future will allow me to work on envirnonmental projects, specialy energy related where I can apply my best skills and knowledge.

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