Welcome to the REWIRE Project! 

At the heart of the Netherlands’ ambitious journey towards sustainability lies the critical transformation of its agricultural system into one that is circular, resource-efficient, climate-neutral, socially equitable, and economically sound. This transformation represents one of the most complex challenges under the Dutch mission-oriented policy approach, due to the urgency of sustainability issues and the innovative yet underexploited potential within Dutch agriculture. Traditional collaborations often perpetuate the unsustainable status quo, hindered by the prevailing dominance of established players and the struggle to scale up alternative, sustainable solutions.

The Mission of REWIRE 

The REWIRE project is designed to confront these collaboration challenges head-on, fostering alignment across organizational, ecosystemic, and policy levels to promote sustainable innovation in agriculture. Our comprehensive analysis spans the entire national agricultural system, focusing on innovation networks and governance frameworks. We zero in on two contrasting case studies: the Circular Metropolis mission in the Western region and the Circular Agrifood mission in the Eastern region, to uncover unique insights and solutions.

Our Transdisciplinary Approach 

As a transdisciplinary initiative, REWIRE is where researchers and societal stakeholders come together to co-create practical tools for fostering new collaborations. These tools include a collaboration recommender system, a governance feasibility assessment, and strategies tailored to support both emerging and mature ecosystems. By adhering to a multilevel approach, we aim to facilitate cross-level collaborations and enable systematic learning from practical experiences. 

Empowering Through the Collective Learning Platform 

Our Collective Learning Platform stands as a testament to our commitment to systemic co-design methodologies. It serves as a dynamic space for sharing insights and methodologies across different levels of action, from local to national, and across various ecosystems and missions. Additionally, we are dedicated to empowering professionals and students with the knowledge and tools needed to implement project outcomes in their own fields, thereby contributing to a broader, systemic change.