About SMILE Advisory
SMILE Advisory is a forward-thinking consulting firm inspired by the interdisciplinary work of Václav Smil. We combine sustainability expertise with innovative strategies to create actionable solutions that address the interconnected challenges of energy, materials, food, and climate resilience.
"Organizations today face complex, interwoven challenges. The SMILE Framework integrates Smil's interdisciplinary insights to create holistic, pragmatic solutions that drive real change."
Václav Smil, whose interdisciplinary research inspired the SMILE Framework
What is the SMILE Framework?
The SMILE Framework (Sustainable Management, Innovation, Leadership, and Efficiency) unites key principles from energy resilience, material circularity, sustainable food systems, and climate adaptation into a single strategy. It provides customized, actionable plans to help organizations transition toward sustainability while building long-term resilience against climate and resource challenges.
Decentralized grids, renewable energy integration, and energy optimization
Waste reduction, closed-loop systems, and dematerialization
Energy-efficient agriculture, waste reduction, and localized food networks
Net-zero strategies, resilient infrastructure, and disaster preparedness
Education and tools to enable informed decision-making
Key Benefits
The SMILE Framework offers numerous advantages for organizations seeking to enhance their sustainability and resilience.
A single framework addressing energy, materials, food, and climate systems holistically.
Recommendations grounded in empirical research for realistic and scalable outcomes.
Clear, practical steps tailored to each client's unique needs.
Solutions designed for long-term viability and adaptability.
Whether for local projects or global initiatives, SMILE delivers results at any scale.
Applications
The SMILE Framework can be applied across various sectors and industries.
Optimize energy use, reduce emissions, and cut costs with energy and material efficiency strategies.
Design decentralized energy systems, resilient infrastructure, and sustainable urban food systems.
Build adaptive systems to ensure energy, water, and food security during natural disasters.
Develop waste reduction programs, introduce alternative protein solutions, and improve energy efficiency in agriculture.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Contact Us
Ready to transform your organization with the SMILE Framework? Get in touch with us today.
Or email us at contact@smileadvisory.com