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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2024-07-02</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/v%C3%A4ljarbarometer-april-2024</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/graphics/Verian-valjarbarometer_april-2024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Verian-valjarbarometer_april-2024</image:caption><image:title>Verian-valjarbarometer_april-2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. 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Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Aaron_Heinz.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Aaron Heinz.</image:caption><image:title>Aaron_Heinz</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_480137578_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist im Vordergrund eine Person zu sehen, die alleine auf einer Bank sitzt. Sie scheint auf eine große Stadt zu blicken, die verschwommen im Hintergrund zu sehen ist.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_480137578_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Other/sophia.png</image:loc><image:caption>sophia</image:caption><image:title>sophia</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-04-27</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/es/certifications</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized triangle shape. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-06-03</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/fr/news-and-insights/barom%C3%A8tre-politique-verian-pour-le-figaro-magazine-2025-mai</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. The people are dressed in casual outdoor clothing.</image:caption><image:title>UK_aerial-people-walking</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-04-30</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/der-reykjavik-index-for-leadership</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/graphs%20and%20graphics/Wahrnehmung%20von%20F%C3%BChrungspers%C3%B6nlichkeiten%20in%20Deutschland.png</image:loc><image:caption>Ein Diagramm bei dem dargestellt wird wie wohl sich Leute dabei fühlen würden, eine Frau als "Regierungsoberhaupt in Deutschland" oder als "CEO einer großen Unternehmens" zu haben. Die Antworten sind dabei "Sehr wohl", "ziemlich wohl", "Nicht sehr wohl", "überhaupt nicht wohl" und "Weiß nicht".</image:caption><image:title>Wahrnehmung von Führungspersönlichkeiten in Deutschland</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/graphs%20and%20graphics/Eignung%20f%C3%BCr%20F%C3%BChrungspositionen%20nach%20Branche.png</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Reihe von 10 Kreis Diagrammen bei denen die Antworten nach der Eignung von Frauen und Männern für Führungspositionen nach Branche dargestellt werden. Die Antworten sind "Frauen", "Männer" und "Beide gleichermaßen geeignet".</image:caption><image:title>Eignung für Führungspositionen nach Branche</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/graphs%20and%20graphics/Der%20Reykjavik%20Index%20f%C3%BCr%20die%20G7%20von%202018%20bis%202024.png</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Übersicht zu dem Reykjavik Index für die G7 von 2018 bis 2024 bei der die G7 insgesamt und dann noch Kanada, Frankreich, Deutschland, Italien, Japan, das Vereinigte Königreich und die USA als Graphen abgebildet sind.</image:caption><image:title>Der Reykjavik Index für die G7 von 2018 bis 2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Other/sophia.png</image:loc><image:caption>sophia</image:caption><image:title>sophia</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1166085425_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man sieht auf dem Bild eine Gruppe von verschiedenen Leuten. Mittig sehen wir eine Frau mittleren Alters, welche lächelt und wohl gerade mit einer anderen Person im Gespräch ist, welche uns aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1166085425_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/graphs%20and%20graphics/Reykjav%C3%ADk%20Index%20in%20Deutschland%20nach%20Geschlecht%20und%20Alter.png</image:loc><image:caption>Ein Balkendiagram des Reykjavik Index in Deutschland aufgeteilt nach Geschlecht und Alter.</image:caption><image:title>Reykjavík Index in Deutschland nach Geschlecht und Alter</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-21</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/case-studies/tegengaan-van-files-en-volle-treinen-op-dinsdag-en-donderdag</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/coworkers-laptop.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Three young professionals—two women and one man—sitting closely together in a modern office and looking intently at a laptop screen. The woman in the center is holding the laptop and pointing at something on the screen while her colleagues observe.</image:caption><image:title>coworkers-laptop</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_P_823458196_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_823458196_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_823458196_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine junge Frau abgebildet die auf eine andere Person schaut, welche dem Betrachter aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL/images/sport.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>sport</image:caption><image:title>sport</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL_P_1344939968_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-06-25</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-gb/news-and-insights/uk-polling-march-2021-childcare-lockdown</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. The people are dressed in casual outdoor clothing.</image:caption><image:title>UK_aerial-people-walking</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Richard%20Crawshaw.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Richard Crawshaw Headshot</image:caption><image:title>Richard Crawshaw</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_wind-turbines-landscape.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A row of wind turbines stands against a vibrant sunset and twilight sky in a grassy field. 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Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. Sie besteht aus mehreren Metallkugeln die miteinander mit Metallstangen verbunden sind. Im Hintergrund ist nur ein blauer Himmel.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 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(63)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/BE/graphics/EES_2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>A Verian graphic with the European Evaluation Society and Verian's logo side by side.</image:caption><image:title>EES_2026</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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Socialdemokraterna (29,2 %), Sverigedemokraterna (18,9 %), Moderaterna (16,4 %), Vänsterpartiet (8,1 %), Miljöpartiet (8,0 %), Centerpartiet (7,4 %), Kristdemokraterna (6,3 %) och Liberalerna (3,0 %).</image:caption><image:title>Verian-väljarbarometer_september-2026-grafik</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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The individual is wearing a gray shirt, and the focus is mainly on their hands and the phone. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/Triangle_PaleGreyBackground.png</image:loc><image:caption>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:caption><image:title>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/graphics/Verian-valjarbarometer_Augusti-2024.png</image:loc><image:caption>Verian-valjarbarometer_Augusti-2024</image:caption><image:title>Verian-valjarbarometer_Augusti-2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SE_E_519758473_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SE_E_519758473_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SE_E_519758473_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-09-25</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/no/case-studies</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/UK_P_vuxen-laser-med-barn.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Vuxen sitter med barn och läser bok i klassrum.</image:caption><image:title>UK_P_vuxen-laser-med-barn</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Norway/NO_P_1153438484_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NO_P_1153438484_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>NO_P_1153438484_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Finland/FI_E_1365435417_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FI_E_1365435417_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>FI_E_1365435417_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/barn%20hopper%20i%20dam.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>barn hopper i dam</image:caption><image:title>barn hopper i 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notater.</image:caption><image:title>SP_P_samtal-äldre-yngre</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NO/images/NO_P_1294458651_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NO_P_1294458651_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>NO_P_1294458651_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_P_1344939968_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_1344939968_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_1344939968_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/J%C3%B8diske%20menn-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jødiske menn-1</image:caption><image:title>Jødiske menn-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NO/images/NO_P_Mor-og-barn-pa-tur.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Mor og barn på tur, tidlig vår.</image:caption><image:title>NO_P_Mor-og-barn-pa-tur</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Troms%C3%B8%20politi-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Tromsø politi-1</image:caption><image:title>Tromsø politi-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose 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CF5A8953</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Bart.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bart</image:caption><image:title>Bart</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-03</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/news-and-insights/steeds-meer-nederlanders-consumeren-gezondere-voeding</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_P_1427371382_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_1427371382_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_1427371382_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/BE_P_1190955273_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>BE_P_1190955273_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>BE_P_1190955273_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL_P_1344939968_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL%20team/Marsha%20Hilhorst-CF5A8980.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Marsha 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purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-03</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/valjarbarometer-december-2025</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/FR_E_Granskog-vinterskrud-ovanifr%C3%A5n.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Fågelperspektiv av granskog i vinterskrud.</image:caption><image:title>FR_E_Granskog-vinterskrud-ovanifrån</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/SE-V%C3%A4ljarbarometer_December-2025-resultat.png</image:loc><image:caption>Verians väljarbarometer tillsammans med SVT för december 2024: Socialdemokraterna (34,7 %), Sverigedemokraterna (20,4 %), Moderaterna (17,3 %), Vänsterpartiet (6,8 %), Miljöpartiet (6,1 %), Kristdemokraterna (5,0 %), Centerpartiet (4,7 %), Liberalerna (2,3 %).</image:caption><image:title>SE-Väljarbarometer_December-2025-resultat</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Centres%20of%20Excellence/Ben_Toombs_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating 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Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. 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Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Germany%20team/G%C3%BCnter_Steinacker_Circle.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Günter_Steinacker_Circle</image:caption><image:title>Günter_Steinacker_Circle</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-22</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/kiz</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Reykjavik-Index/RI%20Visuals/GXL_Visual%20Placeholder_RI.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/BMBFSFJ_Logo_transparent.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das Logo des BMBFSFJ (Bundesministerium für Bildung, Familie, Senioren, Frauen und Jugend)</image:caption><image:title>BMBFSFJ_Logo_transparent</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-14</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-be/news-and-insights/gender-equality-2024-downward-trend</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Michelle_Harrison_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Michelle_Harrison_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Michelle_Harrison_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/Reykjavik-aerial.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A sweeping aerial view of a densely populated city coastline at dusk or night. Lights illuminate the buildings, streets, and the industrial docks surrounding a large, dark body of water (likely a bay or harbor).</image:caption><image:title>Reykjavik-aerial</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/LinkedIn-Icon-Light.svg</image:loc><image:caption>linkedin icon light grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Global/Images/Global_MichelleHarrison_ReykjavikGlobalForum2023.png</image:loc><image:caption>Photo of Michelle Harrison speaking at Reykjavik Global Forum in front of a screen showing a slide that reads "Young men lead the way, but young women are also more prejudiced than their parents".</image:caption><image:title>Global_MichelleHarrison_ReykjavikGlobalForum2023</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/GXL_Gender_RI24.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Gender_RI24</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Gender_RI24</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The-Reykjav%C3%ADk-Index_three-women-collaborating.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Three women with laptops working collaboratively and engaged in conversation</image:caption><image:title>The-Reykjavík-Index_three-women-collaborating</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Global/Graphics%20and%20graphs/GXL_Young%20people_RI24.png</image:loc><image:caption>A line graph illustrating the levels of prejudice among different age groups over several years. The title states that "Young people are more prejudiced than their parents."</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Young people_RI24</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Global/Graphics%20and%20graphs/GXL_G7%20Average%20Index_RI24.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_G7 Average Index_RI24</image:caption><image:title>GXL_G7 Average Index_RI24</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-29</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case-studies/dnb-accessibility-monitor</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine junge Frau abgebildet die auf eine andere Person schaut, welche dem Betrachter aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL_P_1344939968_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_P_904518764_1920x1080v23.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A woman in a wheelchair and a man enjoy coffee while looking at a tablet outdoors.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_904518764_1920x1080v23</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/coworkers-laptop.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Three young professionals—two women and one man—sitting closely together in a modern office and looking intently at a laptop screen. The woman in the center is holding the laptop and pointing at something on the screen while her colleagues observe.</image:caption><image:title>coworkers-laptop</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/The%20Netherlands/Marsha_Hilhorst_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Marsha_Hilhorst_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Marsha_Hilhorst_500x500</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/politiska-skandalernas-2024</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Sweden%20Employee%20Cropped/U_Lochow_500x500.png</image:loc><image:caption>U_Lochow_500x500</image:caption><image:title>U_Lochow_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Sweden/U_Lochow_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>U_Lochow_500x500</image:caption><image:title>U_Lochow_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_75455489_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_75455489_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_75455489_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/graphics/Verian-Mediemataren_skandaleffekt.png</image:loc><image:caption>Verian-Mediemataren_skandaleffekt</image:caption><image:title>Verian-Mediemataren_skandaleffekt</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/graphics/Verian-Mediemataren_skandaler.png</image:loc><image:caption>Verian-Mediemataren_skandaler</image:caption><image:title>Verian-Mediemataren_skandaler</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/Sverige_Stockholm-nattetid-med-norrsken.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sverige_Stockholm-nattetid-med-norrsken</image:caption><image:title>Sverige_Stockholm-nattetid-med-norrsken</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-01</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/smoke-free-environments-as-a-catalyst-for-change</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized square or cube. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized pentagon. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Careers%20headshots/Stefan_Elbers_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Stefan_Elbers_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Stefan_Elbers_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Careers%20headshots/Stefan_Elbers_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Stefan_Elbers_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Stefan_Elbers_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized triangle shape. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-03-28</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/democratic-resilience-in-uncertain-times</loc><lastmod>2025-11-11</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/edl-02</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Reykjavik-Index/RI%20Visuals/GXL_Visual%20Placeholder_RI.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/EDL%20Landing%20Page%20-%20Logos.png</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Bild mit fünf Logos. Die Logos gehören zum "Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle", zur "Bundesstelle für Energieeffizienz", zu "prognos", zu "Verian" und zum "Institut für Energie- und Umweltforschung Heidelberg".</image:caption><image:title>EDL Landing Page - Logos</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-03-19</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-sg/news-and-insights/strategic-senior-appointments-across-apac-2025</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Sandra%20&amp;%20Shaun.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sandra &amp; Shaun</image:caption><image:title>Sandra &amp; Shaun</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Australia%20People/GB_500x500.png</image:loc><image:caption>GB_500x500</image:caption><image:title>GB_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SG_P_1319639437_HiRes-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SG_P_1319639437_HiRes-1</image:caption><image:title>SG_P_1319639437_HiRes-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/VERIAN_GROUP_PTE_LTD_3.png</image:loc><image:caption>VERIAN_GROUP_PTE_LTD_3</image:caption><image:title>VERIAN_GROUP_PTE_LTD_3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized square or cube. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Singapore/ipad-writing.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>ipad-writing</image:caption><image:title>ipad-writing</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-09-18</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/expertise</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/Triangle_PaleGreyBackground.png</image:loc><image:caption>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:caption><image:title>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-03-06</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/fr/news-and-insights/les-fran%C3%A7ais-et-la-visite-du-pape</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Seine%20and%20Notre%20Dame%20de%20Paris%2c%20Paris%2c%20France.jpeg</image:loc><image:caption>Seine and Notre Dame de Paris, Paris, France</image:caption><image:title>Seine and Notre Dame de Paris, Paris, France</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/LinkedIn-Icon-Light.svg</image:loc><image:caption>linkedin icon light grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_671712029_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_671712029_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_671712029_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/www.veriangroup.comhubfsMedia%20FilesGetty%20ImagesBritain%20BarometerUK_E_1320297892_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>www.veriangroup.comhubfsMedia FilesGetty ImagesBritain BarometerUK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>www.veriangroup.comhubfsMedia FilesGetty ImagesBritain BarometerUK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-25</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-au/news-and-insights/verian-appoints-melanie-wiese-as-managing-director-australia</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Seldom%20Heard_Webpage%20image%20(1).png</image:loc><image:caption>An aerial view of a scattered group of people standing on a pavement with a tree on the left and grass on the right. There is also a Verian triangle overlaying the right-hand side.</image:caption><image:title>Seldom Heard_Webpage image (1)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Australia%20team/melanie-wiese.png</image:loc><image:caption>A headshot of Managing Director for Verian Australia, Melanie Wiese.</image:caption><image:title>melanie-wiese</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202024%20-%20Icon%20(General).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-20</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-gb/case-studies/understanding-the-experiences-of-children-and-young-people-during-the-covid-19-pandemic</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/GettyImages-1486654662.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>GettyImages-1486654662</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-1486654662</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/GettyImages-2198971765.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Mother holding her son, both laughing and enjoying a sunny day in the square near the Tower of London, showing family love and connection</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-2198971765</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized pentagon. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202025%20-%20Icon%20(United%20Kingdom).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2025 - Icon (United Kingdom)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2025 - Icon (United Kingdom)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-10-17</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/why-do-young-people-skip-political-questions-in-surveys</loc><lastmod>2025-11-11</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case-studies/voice-of-ukraine</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Webpage%20Resolution%20Getty%20Library/UK_P_1282860791_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_P_1282860791_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>UK_P_1282860791_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/France%20Team/Yves_FRADIER_Circle.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Yves_FRADIER_Circle</image:caption><image:title>Yves_FRADIER_Circle</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/J%C3%B8diske%20menn.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jødiske menn</image:caption><image:title>Jødiske menn</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Troms%C3%B8%20politi.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Tromsø politi</image:caption><image:title>Tromsø politi</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-07-22</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/expertise/data-solutions</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_1432356596_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine Großstadt abgebildet, bei der man zahlreiche Lichter von Gebäuden und Straßenbeleuchtungen sieht. 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Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. 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Es scheint sich um eine Bibliothek zu handeln. Die Frau greift nach oben zu einem Buch und ist dabei es aus dem Regal zu holen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1200909950_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. 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email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose 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odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2024-10-14</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/da/accessibility</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized pentagon. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-10-27</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/zusammenhang-zwischen-lebenszufriedenheit-sorgen-mediennutzung</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Johannes_Huxoll.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Johannes Huxoll.</image:caption><image:title>Johannes_Huxoll</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1319962961_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine Hand zu sehen die eine aus Papier ausgeschnittene Sonne an ein Fenster hält. 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Inga ansikten är tydliga, endast händerna som sträcks upp.</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_P_Ensamt-barn-hatt-lutar-huvudet-basketboll-korsade-ben.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ensamt barn sitter med huvudet lutat mot basketboll</image:caption><image:title>AUS_P_Ensamt-barn-hatt-lutar-huvudet-basketboll-korsade-ben</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/DE_P_ung-kvinna-bibliotek-ryggsack.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_P_ung-kvinna-bibliotek-ryggsack</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_ung-kvinna-bibliotek-ryggsack</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_barn-vuxna-returstation-atervinning.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Barn och vuxna vid returstationens gröna behållare, återvinner papper och plast. Solen lyser, det är sommar.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_barn-vuxna-returstation-atervinning</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 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logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Laure_Salvaing_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Laure_Salvaing_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Laure_Salvaing_500x500</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-09</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/Triangle_PaleGreyBackground.png</image:loc><image:caption>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:caption><image:title>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. Sie besteht aus mehreren Metallkugeln die miteinander mit Metallstangen verbunden sind. Im Hintergrund ist nur ein blauer Himmel.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_shape_triangle_grey_rgb_smartObject-large.png</image:loc><image:caption>vrn_shape_triangle_grey_rgb_smartObject-large</image:caption><image:title>vrn_shape_triangle_grey_rgb_smartObject-large</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_1282535555_Hero_2205x1240.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Es ist ein Bild zu sehen, welches in zwei Teile geteilt ist. Auf der linken Seite sieht man eine Wasseroberfläche und auf der rechten Seite einen Wald durch den eine Straße führt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_1282535555_Hero_2205x1240</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/FR_P_651953563_HiRes-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_651953563_HiRes-1</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_651953563_HiRes-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/skid-logo-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das SKiD 2026 Logo.</image:caption><image:title>skid-logo-small</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-14</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/ubastudie-berlin</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Reykjavik-Index/RI%20Visuals/GXL_Visual%20Placeholder_RI.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DEU_Umweltbundesamt_Logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das Logo des Umwelt Bundesamts.</image:caption><image:title>DEU_Umweltbundesamt_Logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-06-17</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/vanliga-fragor-anseende</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_P_m%C3%A4nniskor-g%C3%A5r-%C3%B6verg%C3%A5ngsst%C3%A4lle.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Många människor går över gata. 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Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_1440792969_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist ein sehr großes Feld mit sehr vielen Solarmodulen dargestellt. 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Liberalerna (2,4%) under spärren. 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The background appears blurred, suggesting the person is in a casual setting, possibly seated.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_Person holding smartphone_1438443954_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Guillaume-Caline-headshot.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Guillaume-Caline-headshot</image:caption><image:title>Guillaume-Caline-headshot</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail-Icon-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>small icon in black outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>Mail-Icon-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-03-11</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/expertise</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine junge Frau abgebildet die auf eine andere Person schaut, welche dem Betrachter aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/Triangle_PaleGreyBackground.png</image:loc><image:caption>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:caption><image:title>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/coworkers-laptop.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Three young professionals—two women and one man—sitting closely together in a modern office and looking intently at a laptop screen. 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Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/DE_P_2170273841.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Image of a blurred background of lights with a person's silhouette in front.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_2170273841</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-12-16</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/edl-03</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/EDL%20Landing%20Page%20-%20Logos.png</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Bild mit fünf Logos. Die Logos gehören zum "Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle", zur "Bundesstelle für Energieeffizienz", zu "prognos", zu "Verian" und zum "Institut für Energie- und Umweltforschung Heidelberg".</image:caption><image:title>EDL Landing Page - Logos</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Reykjavik-Index/RI%20Visuals/GXL_Visual%20Placeholder_RI.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-05-05</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-nz/news-and-insights/reykjavik-index-for-new-zealand</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The-Reykjav%C3%ADk-Index_three-women-collaborating.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Three women with laptops working collaboratively and engaged in conversation</image:caption><image:title>The-Reykjavík-Index_three-women-collaborating</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/graphs%20and%20graphics/New%20Zealand_%20Gender%20equality%20has%20gone%20too%20far_Slide6-2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bar chart gender equality in NZ across age groups. Left represents percentage who believe gender equality has not gone far enough, while the right side, represents the percentage who believe gender equality has gone too far. Age on vertical axis, and % horizontal axis.  NZ Average 25% left 26% right</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_ Gender equality has gone too far_Slide6-2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL/team/Kathryn_Robinson_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Kathryn_Robinson_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Kathryn_Robinson_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/graphs%20and%20graphics/New%20Zealand_Reykjavik%20index%20score%20by%20age%20and%20gender_Slide5-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bar chart compares index scores of different ages and gender groups against the NZ average score of 80 Men 18 to 34 is 74 Men 35 to 54 is 77 Men 55 to 65 is 80 Women 18 to 34 82 Women 35 to 54 is 81 Women 55 to 65 is 85</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_Reykjavik index score by age and gender_Slide5-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/New%20Zealand/Rachel-Pita.png</image:loc><image:caption>A headshot of Rachel Pita</image:caption><image:title>Rachel-Pita</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/ranz_event_hr-92_55535523930_o.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>ranz_event_hr-92_55535523930_o</image:caption><image:title>ranz_event_hr-92_55535523930_o</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/graphs%20and%20graphics/New%20Zealand_Having%20more%20women%20in%20political%20leadership%20positions%20in%20NZ%20would%20make%20decisions_Slide4-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>New Zealand_Having more women in political leadership positions in NZ would make decisions_Slide4-1</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_Having more women in political leadership positions in NZ would make decisions_Slide4-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/graphs%20and%20graphics/New%20Zealand_Reykjavik%20index%20score%20by%20gender_Slide3-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bar chart Reykjavik index score by gender. New Zealand average is 80. Men's scores 77, Women's score 83, The chart includes a note specifying that the base for these scores is New Zealanders aged 18 to 65, with a sample size of 1,000 for men and 503 for women.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_Reykjavik index score by gender_Slide3-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/graphs%20and%20graphics/New%20Zealand_Reykjavik%20index%20score%20by%20country_Slide2-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bar chart Reykjavik Index score by country horizontal axis countries and vertical axis scores. G7 average 68. Bars descending starting left highest score Iceland 87 New Zealand 80 Netherlands 80 UK 74 Canada 71 France 69 USA 68 Japan 66 Italy 64 Germany 62</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_Reykjavik index score by country_Slide2-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/graphs%20and%20graphics/New%20Zealand_G7%20average%20Reykjavik%20index%20score%20over%20time_Slide7-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Line chart plots 3 lines representing different score ranges: '55 to 55' purple, '35 to 54' blue, and '18 to 34' green. The x-axis years from 2018-19 to 2024-25, while the y-axis numerical values. Purple line scores 73,78,76,77,76,75,70. Blue 72,73,74,74,73,72,69. Green 70,68,72,69,69,64,64.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_G7 average Reykjavik index score over time_Slide7-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/images/NZ_P_587952164_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NZ_P_587952164_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>NZ_P_587952164_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-09-18</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/da/news-and-insights/verian-politisk-indeks-december</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail 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2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_149261836_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_149261836_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_149261836_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DK/Verian-Politisk-Indeks/Slide2.png</image:loc><image:caption>Slide2</image:caption><image:title>Slide2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-29</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/understanding-public-readiness-in-an-uncertain-world</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Michelle_Harrison_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Michelle_Harrison_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Michelle_Harrison_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/UK_E_149260296_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_E_149260296_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>UK_E_149260296_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized triangle shape. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/preparedness-cover.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person holding a child on a rocky beach overlooking the sea.</image:caption><image:title>preparedness-cover</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/BE/graphics/EES_2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>A Verian graphic with the European Evaluation Society and Verian's logo side by side.</image:caption><image:title>EES_2026</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Centres%20of%20Excellence/Ben_Toombs_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-06-30</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/menschen-in-deutschland</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Bild_Isabell.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das Bild von Isabell Schuler</image:caption><image:title>Bild_Isabell</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Germany%20team/G%C3%BCnter_Steinacker_Circle.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Günter_Steinacker_Circle</image:caption><image:title>Günter_Steinacker_Circle</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. 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Die Aufnahme ist aus der Vogelperspektive entstanden und der Platz, auf dem sich die Leute aufhalten, ist in fünf bunte Zonen eingeteilt, die jeweils eine andere Farbe haben.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_1693410254_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/FI_P_1253272878.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Elderly man with glasses sitting indoors on a chair, resting his head on his hand, and gazing out of a window with sunlight streaming in.</image:caption><image:title>FI_P_1253272878</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_1324077436_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine Landschaft abgebildet, die von großen Feldern, einem Wald im Hintergrund und zwei Windrädern geprägt ist.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_1324077436_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. 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Kvinna med slöja närmast i bild.</image:caption><image:title>DK_P_fotbollstraning-kvinnor</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Centres%20of%20Excellence/Johanna_Lindstrom_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Johanna_Lindstrom_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Johanna_Lindstrom_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1190813748_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1190813748_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1190813748_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/NL_E_kornf%C3%A4lt-i-kv%C3%A4llsljus.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Vind blåser genom kornfält. Vindkraftverk i bakgrunden. Blå himmel med blandat mörka och vita moln.</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_kornfält-i-kvällsljus</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Centre%20of%20Excellence%20headshots/Johanna_Lindstrom_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Johanna_Lindstrom_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Johanna_Lindstrom_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/FR_P_man-barn-sommarmiddag-ute.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man och barn sitter vid ett bord i en grön trädgård och äter frukost under ett träd. På bordet finns bröd, juice och en vas med solrosor. En hängmatta syns i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_man-barn-sommarmiddag-ute</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-01</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/verian-gor-2026</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_587787178_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine Gruppe von sechs Leuten abgebildet. Diese sitzen dem Anschein nach gerade in einem Meeting und unterhalten sich, wobei eine freundliche Stimmung herrscht, da die Leute lächeln.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_587787178_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/skid-logo-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das SKiD 2026 Logo.</image:caption><image:title>skid-logo-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-02-18</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-au/case-studies/changing-social-norms-prevent-gender-based-violence-australia</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202024%20-%20Icon%20(General).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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A young child is interacting closely with an adult woman, who is smiling warmly at him. Another adult woman is also present, looking at a phone that the first woman is holding. The setting likely a living room, individuals seated comfortably.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_P_Joyful family connection_1246126128_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/New%20Zealand_P_Construction%20site%20contractor%20tool%20belt_917936166_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A person wearing a bright yellow safety vest, standing on a construction site. They have tool pouches attached to their waist, which contain various tools, including a wrench and gloves. 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In the foreground, there is a person standing on a ridge, looking out over the vista. 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Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/riedmann-a_w.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Arnold Riedmann.</image:caption><image:title>riedmann-a_w</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1014549622_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist ein älterer Mann und eine Ältere Frau zu sehen, welche im Freien an einem Tisch sitzen. Der Mann hat seinen linken Arm um die Schultern der Frau gelegt. Beide wirken fröhlich.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1014549622_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-17</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/v%C3%A4ljarbarometer-januari-2024</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/SE_Valjarbarometer_blockbalans-januari-2024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SE_Valjarbarometer_blockbalans-januari-2024</image:caption><image:title>SE_Valjarbarometer_blockbalans-januari-2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose 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Zwei der Leute unterhalten sich und die andere Person liest in einem Buch.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1218906095_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. 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Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/esra_verian_logo_thumbnail.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das Logo der "European Survey Research Association (ESRA)" neben dem Logo von Verian.</image:caption><image:title>esra_verian_logo_thumbnail</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/skid-logo-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das SKiD 2026 Logo.</image:caption><image:title>skid-logo-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Aaron_Heinz.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Aaron Heinz.</image:caption><image:title>Aaron_Heinz</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. 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Die Logos gehören zum "Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle", zur "Bundesstelle für Energieeffizienz", zu "prognos", zu "Verian" und zum "Institut für Energie- und Umweltforschung Heidelberg".</image:caption><image:title>EDL Landing Page - Logos</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-05-27</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/expertise/datagedreven-oplossingen</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/NL_E_kornf%C3%A4lt-i-kv%C3%A4llsljus.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Vind blåser genom kornfält. Vindkraftverk i bakgrunden. Blå himmel med blandat mörka och vita moln.</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_kornfält-i-kvällsljus</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/DK_E_lovskog-ramslok-blommar.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bokskog i vårskrud med blommande ramslök på marken.</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_lovskog-ramslok-blommar</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/DK_P_fotbollstraning-kvinnor.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Fotbollslag tränar på gräs, dribblar mellan koner. Kvinna med slöja närmast i bild.</image:caption><image:title>DK_P_fotbollstraning-kvinnor</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/Triangle_PaleGreyBackground.png</image:loc><image:caption>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:caption><image:title>Triangle_PaleGreyBackground</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/UK_E_solceller-solcellspark-rader.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Solceller i långa rader på marken.</image:caption><image:title>UK_E_solceller-solcellspark-rader</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL/images/IN_E_Krokig-v%C3%A4g-genom-jordbrukslandskap-palmer.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>En grusväg snirklar sig mellan odlingsplättar i tropiskt klimat med palmer. Fågelperspektiv.</image:caption><image:title>IN_E_Krokig-väg-genom-jordbrukslandskap-palmer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/FR_P_man-barn-sommarmiddag-ute.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man och barn sitter vid ett bord i en grön trädgård och äter frukost under ett träd. På bordet finns bröd, juice och en vas med solrosor. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Systembolaget toppar med index 86, följt av SOS Alarm (76), Saab (75), Scania (72), IKEA (71), Investor (71), AB Volvo (68), Avanza (67), LKAB (67), Volvo Cars (61), ICA (60) och SBAB (60).</image:caption><image:title>Anseende-Foretag_Hogt-Anseende-2026</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/DE_E_frakt-container-leverans.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Containersläp står uppradade i väntan på att skeppas vidare.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_frakt-container-leverans</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Anseendeindex-Foretag/Anseende-Foretag_kontaktytor-2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>Stapeldiagram från Verians Anseendeindex Företag 2026 som visar allmänhetens viktigaste kontaktytor med företag. Nyheter i media 30 %, reklam 29 %, direktkontakt 28 %, vänner och kollegor 19 %, egna kanaler 17 %, sociala medier 11 %, leverantör eller samarbete 3 % och via AI‑sök 1 %.</image:caption><image:title>Anseende-Foretag_kontaktytor-2026</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-05-08</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-be/case-studies/european-higher-education-observatory</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/EU%20Institutions/GettyImages-2199071422.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>GettyImages-2199071422</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-2199071422</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-EHESO-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-EHESO-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-EHESO-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE%20Education%20skills%20and%20culture%20case%20study-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE Education skills and culture case study-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE Education skills and culture case study-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-26</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/trust-in-the-eu-national-parliament-and-national-government</loc><lastmod>2025-11-11</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/webinar-preparedness-in-the-era-of-uncertainty</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/LinkedIn-Icon-Light.svg</image:loc><image:caption>linkedin icon light grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/Reykjavik-aerial.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A sweeping aerial view of a densely populated city coastline at dusk or night. Lights illuminate the buildings, streets, and the industrial docks surrounding a large, dark body of water (likely a bay or harbor).</image:caption><image:title>Reykjavik-aerial</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Australia%20team/melanie-wiese-square.png</image:loc><image:caption>A headshot of Verian Australia's Managing Director, Melanie Wiese.</image:caption><image:title>melanie-wiese-square</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Centre%20of%20Excellence%20headshots/Ben_Toombs_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/preparedness-cover.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person holding a child on a rocky beach overlooking the sea.</image:caption><image:title>preparedness-cover</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-08</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/fortroendebarometern-for-medieakademin</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_barn-vuxna-returstation-atervinning.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Barn och vuxna vid returstationens gröna behållare, återvinner papper och plast. Solen lyser, det är sommar.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_barn-vuxna-returstation-atervinning</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-03-06</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case-studies/changing-behaviours-conserve-water-australia</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/LinkedIn%20posts/gettyimages-1448774635-170667a.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>gettyimages-1448774635-170667a</image:caption><image:title>gettyimages-1448774635-170667a</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Australia/AUS_P_1226158264_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_P_1226158264_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>AUS_P_1226158264_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-10-13%20at%2010.06.34%20pm.png</image:loc><image:caption>Screenshot 2026-10-13 at 10.06.34 pm</image:caption><image:title>Screenshot 2026-10-13 at 10.06.34 pm</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/technologie-bei-verian</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/skid-logo-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das SKiD 2026 Logo.</image:caption><image:title>skid-logo-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. Sie besteht aus mehreren Metallkugeln die miteinander mit Metallstangen verbunden sind. Im Hintergrund ist nur ein blauer Himmel.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. 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Mittig sehen wir eine Frau mittleren Alters, welche lächelt und wohl gerade mit einer anderen Person im Gespräch ist, welche uns aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1166085425_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-07-25</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-nz/expertise/behavioural-change-and-communications</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/New%20Zealand/Rachel-Pita.png</image:loc><image:caption>A headshot of Rachel 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jorden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_traktor-brun-aker</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-09-19</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/fr/case-studies/elipa</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ_P_1478771671.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NZ_P_1478771671</image:caption><image:title>NZ_P_1478771671</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 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Die Aufnahme ist aus der Vogelperspektive entstanden und der Platz, auf dem sich die Leute aufhalten, ist in fünf bunte Zonen eingeteilt, die jeweils eine andere Farbe haben.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_1693410254_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Verian-Lens/Grafik%20-%20Jahreszeiten%20der%20Partnerschaft.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ein Balkendiagram, das in vier Kategorien (Frühling, Sommer, Herbst und Winter) aufgeteilt ist, bei dem Frauen und Männer befragt wurden.</image:caption><image:title>Grafik - Jahreszeiten der Partnerschaft</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. 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The street is lined with modern, detached and semi-detached houses with gray roofs, some featuring solar panels. 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The sky transitions from a deep blue at the top to bright orange and yellow near the horizon.</image:caption><image:title>UK_wind-turbines-landscape</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-03-27</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-be/news-and-insights/building-a-community-of-practice-for-prevention-of-infectious-diseases</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE%20SMEs%20presentation%201920-1080.png</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE SMEs presentation 1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE SMEs presentation 1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-EC-PrC-Verian-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-EC-PrC-Verian-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-EC-PrC-Verian-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized square or cube. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-web4hub-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-web4hub-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-web4hub-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/EU%20Institutions/BE_E_1470937027_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>BE_E_1470937027_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>BE_E_1470937027_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-04-15</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case-studies/tiakicampaign</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/N.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>N</image:caption><image:title>N</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/New%20Zealand_P_Joyful%20family%20connection_1246126128_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image features a joyful moment among 3 individuals. A young child is interacting closely with an adult woman, who is smiling warmly at him. Another adult woman is also present, looking at a phone that the first woman is holding. The setting likely a living room, individuals seated comfortably.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_P_Joyful family connection_1246126128_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/New%20Zealand_E_Forrest%20with%20large%20tree_895841322_1920x1080V2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image depicts a large, tall tree surrounded by lush greenery and dense forest. The tree has a thick trunk with a textured bark and is likely situated in a natural environment with ferns and other foliage surrounding it. The scene conveys a sense of tranquility and the beauty of nature.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_E_Forrest with large tree_895841322_1920x1080V2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/New%20Zealand_E_water%20surrounded%20by%20mountains%20vista_1090688856_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image depicts a scenic landscape featuring a body of water surrounded by mountains. In the foreground, there is a person standing on a ridge, looking out over the vista. The sky has a gradient of colors, likely indicating either dawn or dusk.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_E_water surrounded by mountains vista_1090688856_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/politische-stimmung-in-deutschland</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. Sie besteht aus mehreren Metallkugeln die miteinander mit Metallstangen verbunden sind. Im Hintergrund ist nur ein blauer Himmel.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/skid-logo-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das SKiD 2026 Logo.</image:caption><image:title>skid-logo-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Other/sophia.png</image:loc><image:caption>sophia</image:caption><image:title>sophia</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. 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Text that reads 'Youth Policy Forum. Opening plenary dialogue. Perspectives to bring Singapore forward'</image:caption><image:title>undefined-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SG/images/NYC_2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NYC_2</image:caption><image:title>NYC_2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-04-07</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/v%C3%A4ljarbarometer-februari-2022</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SE_E_1219243031_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SE_E_1219243031_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SE_E_1219243031_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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The woman in the center is holding the laptop and pointing at something on the screen while her colleagues observe.</image:caption><image:title>coworkers-laptop</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL_P_1344939968_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_1344939968_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL%20team/Ahmed%20Ait%20Moha-CF5A9018-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ahmed Ait Moha-CF5A9018-1</image:caption><image:title>Ahmed Ait Moha-CF5A9018-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine junge Frau abgebildet die auf eine andere Person schaut, welche dem Betrachter aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-07</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/case-studies</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1190813748_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1190813748_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1190813748_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL/images/IN_E_Krokig-v%C3%A4g-genom-jordbrukslandskap-palmer.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>En grusväg snirklar sig mellan odlingsplättar i tropiskt klimat med palmer. Fågelperspektiv.</image:caption><image:title>IN_E_Krokig-väg-genom-jordbrukslandskap-palmer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/FR_P_man-barn-sommarmiddag-ute.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man och barn sitter vid ett bord i en grön trädgård och äter frukost under ett träd. På bordet finns bröd, juice och en vas med solrosor. En hängmatta syns i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_man-barn-sommarmiddag-ute</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>En handomröstning inomhus. Inga ansikten är tydliga, endast händerna som sträcks upp.</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_P_1267274670_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_P_1267274670_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_1267274670_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/DK_P_fotbollstraning-kvinnor.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Fotbollslag tränar på gräs, dribblar mellan koner. Kvinna med slöja närmast i bild.</image:caption><image:title>DK_P_fotbollstraning-kvinnor</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/NL_E_kornf%C3%A4lt-i-kv%C3%A4llsljus.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Vind blåser genom kornfält. Vindkraftverk i bakgrunden. Blå himmel med blandat mörka och vita moln.</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_kornfält-i-kvällsljus</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/UK_P_barn-vuxen-diskar.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_P_barn-vuxen-diskar</image:caption><image:title>UK_P_barn-vuxen-diskar</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2024-11-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/news-and-insights/zetelpeiling-augustus-2025</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL%20team/Bart%20Koenen%20-%20CF5A8953.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bart Koenen - CF5A8953</image:caption><image:title>Bart Koenen - CF5A8953</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Bart.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bart</image:caption><image:title>Bart</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-03</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/insights/our-thinking/barometre-politique-france</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized square or cube. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2024-02-29</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/shell-jugendstudie-2024</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/DE_Shell%20Jugendstudie%20team%20pic.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ein Foto von acht Leuten, die der Shell Jugendstudie beteiligt waren.</image:caption><image:title>DE_Shell Jugendstudie team pic</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Sabine%20Wolfert_Studienleiterin%20Verian.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Sabine Wolfert.</image:caption><image:title>Sabine Wolfert_Studienleiterin Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-07-06</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/uk-2024-general-election-results</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Global%20leadership%20headshots/Craig_Watkins_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Craig_Watkins_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Craig_Watkins_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. 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The sky transitions from a deep blue at the top to bright orange and yellow near the horizon.</image:caption><image:title>UK_wind-turbines-landscape</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Britain%20Barometer/UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-03-28</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case.studies/changing-behaviours-to-conserve-water</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Australia/AUS_P_1226158264_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_P_1226158264_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>AUS_P_1226158264_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2024-06-19</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/news-and-insights/zetelpeiling-december-2024</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/BE_P_1190955273_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>BE_P_1190955273_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>BE_P_1190955273_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL%20team/Bart%20Koenen%20-%20CF5A8953.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bart Koenen - 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Icon (United Kingdom)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2025 - Icon (United Kingdom)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized pentagon. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/GettyImages-1857245222.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>GettyImages-1857245222</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-1857245222</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/Copy%20of%20web_casestudy_thumbnail_template%20(1).png</image:loc><image:caption>Copy of web_casestudy_thumbnail_template (1)</image:caption><image:title>Copy of web_casestudy_thumbnail_template (1)</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-10-16</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/anseendeindex-insamling-och-givande</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Anseendeindex-Insamling-och-givande/Anseende-Insamling_H%C3%B6gt-anseende-2025.png</image:loc><image:caption>Högt Anseende 2025, enligt allmänheten, har i fallande ordning: Barncancerfonden, Läkare Utan Gränser, Min Stora Dag samt Cancerfonden. Dessa fyra har alla över 75 i Verians Anseendeindex Insamling och givande. Undersökningen genomfördes 17-29 oktober 2025 med 3 658 svar från allmänheten 18-79 år.</image:caption><image:title>Anseende-Insamling_Högt-anseende-2025</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Anseendeindex-Insamling-och-givande/NZ_P_Barnhand-kramar-tr%C3%A4d.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Närbild av grön trädstam, barnhand och arm syns krama medan ansiktet är dolt av trädet.</image:caption><image:title>NZ_P_Barnhand-kramar-träd</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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Mindre och mellanstora städer drar åt höger. Läs om orsakerna bakom utvecklingen och vad den kan innebära framöver.</image:caption><image:title>Delat Sverige efter valet</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/VB-okt-26.png</image:loc><image:caption>Oktober 2026. Verians väljarbarometer tillsammans med SVT visar Socialdemokraterna (28,5 %), Moderaterna (22,3 %), Sverigedemokraterna (17,2 %), Vänsterpartiet (7,8 %), Miljöpartiet (7,1 %), Centerpartiet (6,3 %), Kristdemokraterna (5,9 %) och Liberalerna (3,7 %).</image:caption><image:title>VB-okt-26</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail 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showing the respondents who replied 'I do not intend to go back and plan to settle outside Ukraine'. Wave 1 = 8%, Wave 2 = 11%, Wave 3 = 12%, Wave 4 = 15%, Wave 5 = 19%, Wave 6 = 22%. 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CF5A8953</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Bart.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bart</image:caption><image:title>Bart</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose 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logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Troms%C3%B8%20politi.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Tromsø politi</image:caption><image:title>Tromsø politi</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Monika_Pupeter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Monika Pupeter.</image:caption><image:title>Monika_Pupeter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/J%C3%B8diske%20menn.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jødiske menn</image:caption><image:title>Jødiske menn</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Anna%20Rysina_Studienleiterin%20Verian.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Anna Rysina.</image:caption><image:title>Anna Rysina_Studienleiterin Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/verian-group-expands-behavioural-design-offer-across-apac</loc><lastmod>2025-11-11</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/civilspace</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/Logo_LMU.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Logo_LMU</image:caption><image:title>Logo_LMU</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Reykjavik-Index/RI%20Visuals/GXL_Visual%20Placeholder_RI.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Visual 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Logo.</image:caption><image:title>240523_SKiD_2026_Office</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-14</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/fi/news-and-insights/kasvuyritystutkimus</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/EU%20Institutions/BE_P_843444562_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>BE_P_843444562_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>BE_P_843444562_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SG_P_1166033362_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SG_P_1166033362_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>SG_P_1166033362_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/FI/graphs%20and%20charts/FIdonut.png</image:loc><image:caption>FIdonut</image:caption><image:title>FIdonut</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Finland%20headshots/Sakari_Nurmela_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sakari_Nurmela_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Sakari_Nurmela_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/FI/graphs%20and%20charts/FIbar.png</image:loc><image:caption>FIbar</image:caption><image:title>FIbar</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Finland%20headshots/Jaakko_Hyry_Circle.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jaakko_Hyry_Circle</image:caption><image:title>Jaakko_Hyry_Circle</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail-Icon-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>small icon in black outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>Mail-Icon-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/UK/Copy%20of%20web_casestudy_thumbnail_template.png</image:loc><image:caption>Copy of web_casestudy_thumbnail_template</image:caption><image:title>Copy of web_casestudy_thumbnail_template</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-26</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/case-studies/alkohol-inget-maste-for-lyckad-midsommar</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_barn-vuxna-returstation-atervinning.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Barn och vuxna vid returstationens gröna behållare, återvinner papper och plast. Solen lyser, det är sommar.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_barn-vuxna-returstation-atervinning</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/FR_P_man-barn-sommarmiddag-ute.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man och barn sitter vid ett bord i en grön trädgård och äter frukost under ett träd. På bordet finns bröd, juice och en vas med solrosor. En hängmatta syns i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_man-barn-sommarmiddag-ute</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Sweden/Johan%20Orbe%20Verian.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Johan Orbe, seniorkonsult Verian Sverige</image:caption><image:title>Johan Orbe Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>En handomröstning inomhus. Inga ansikten är tydliga, endast händerna som sträcks upp.</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_P_Ensamt-barn-hatt-lutar-huvudet-basketboll-korsade-ben.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ensamt barn sitter med huvudet lutat mot basketboll</image:caption><image:title>AUS_P_Ensamt-barn-hatt-lutar-huvudet-basketboll-korsade-ben</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/DE_P_ung-kvinna-bibliotek-ryggsack.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_P_ung-kvinna-bibliotek-ryggsack</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_ung-kvinna-bibliotek-ryggsack</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-01</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/event-toward-democratic-resilience-young-people-trust-the-infrastructure-we-need</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Global%20Leadership%20headshots/Dr%20Michelle%20Harrison%2c%20Verian%20President.png</image:loc><image:caption>Dr Michelle Harrison, Verian President</image:caption><image:title>Dr Michelle Harrison, Verian President</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/preparedness-cover.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person holding a child on a rocky beach overlooking the sea.</image:caption><image:title>preparedness-cover</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/Reykjavik-aerial.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A sweeping aerial view of a densely populated city coastline at dusk or night. Lights illuminate the buildings, streets, and the industrial docks surrounding a large, dark body of water (likely a bay or harbor).</image:caption><image:title>Reykjavik-aerial</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/LinkedIn-Icon-Light.svg</image:loc><image:caption>linkedin icon light grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-25</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case-studies/terrence-higgins-trust-inclusive-audience-insights</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/GettyImages-1445381865.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>GettyImages-1445381865</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-1445381865</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. 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SHARE.</image:caption><image:title>SHARE_L_50plus_ST_DEU</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/dfg_logo_schriftzug_blau_foerderung_4c_ang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Logo der Deutschen Forschungsgemeinschaft.</image:caption><image:title>dfg_logo_schriftzug_blau_foerderung_4c_ang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Reykjavik-Index/RI%20Visuals/GXL_Visual%20Placeholder_RI.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Visual 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Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1400705577_1920x1080v2.jpeg</image:loc><image:caption>Man sieht auf dem Bild einen älteren Herren der in einem Bus eines öffentlichen Verkehrsbetriebes steht. In seiner rechten Hand, hat der Mann einen Becher mit einem Deckel und mit einer linken Hand hält er sich fest. 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Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. 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Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. 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Verian graphic with the European Evaluation Society and Verian's logo side by side.</image:caption><image:title>EES_2026</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/UK_E_149260296_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_E_149260296_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>UK_E_149260296_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-web4hub-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-web4hub-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-web4hub-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-07-17</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/da/news-and-insights/omdommemonitor-2026-virksomheder</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DK/Omdommemonitor-Virksomheder/Verians-omdommemonitor_virksomheder-2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>LEGO 103, Rema 1000 84, Carlsberg 78, CPH 71, Novo 68, Arla 66, Jysk/Vestas 64, Salling 63, Rockwool 59, Flügger 56, DSV/Coop 54, Metro 52, AL Sydbank 45, Nykredit/Danske Spil 41, Andel 40, Jyske Bank 37, Lagkagehuset/SAS 34, Ørsted 28, Nordea 23, YouSee 20, Danske Bank 13, PostNord 6, DSB 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Top og bund blandt de undersøgte virksomheder. LEGO har det højeste omdømmeindeks med 103, efterfulgt af Rema 1000 med 84 og Carlsberg med 78. I bunden ligger Danske Bank med 13, Udlændingestyrelsen med 6 og DSB med -1.</image:caption><image:title>top-bund-omdommeindeks-virksomheder-2026</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DK/Omdommemonitor-Virksomheder/virksomheder-omdomme-viktigste-kanal-2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>Kontaktpunkter det seneste år, gennemsnit for alle virksomheder. Medieomtale er det mest udbredte kontaktpunkt med 30 %, efterfulgt af reklamer og kampagner med 26 %, word of mouth med 22 %, egne medier med 9 % samt sponsorater og partnerskaber med 5 %. 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Frau abgebildet die auf eine andere Person schaut, welche dem Betrachter aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose 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Die Logos gehören zum "Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle", zur "Bundesstelle für Energieeffizienz", zu "prognos", zu "Verian" und zum "Institut für Energie- und Umweltforschung Heidelberg".</image:caption><image:title>EDL Landing Page - Logos</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-03-19</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/news-and-insights/toelichting-aanpak-zetelpeiling-verian-/-eenvandaag</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Bart.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bart</image:caption><image:title>Bart</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NL%20team/Bart%20Koenen%20-%20CF5A8953.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Bart Koenen - CF5A8953</image:caption><image:title>Bart Koenen - CF5A8953</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_635980432_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-03</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/v%C3%A4ljarbarometer-november-2022</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Vindkraftverk i bakgrunden. Blå himmel med blandat mörka och vita moln.</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_kornfält-i-kvällsljus</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>En handomröstning inomhus. Inga ansikten är tydliga, endast händerna som sträcks upp.</image:caption><image:title>NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-01</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/valjarbarometer-11-september-2026</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/Verian-partiopinion_11-september-2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>Verians väljarbarometer tillsammans med SVT. Socialdemokraterna (27,6 %) är största parti, följt av Sverigedemokraterna (18,1 %) och Moderaterna (15,8 %). 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Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Guzy%2c%20Arthur_1024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Arthur Guzy.</image:caption><image:title>Guzy, Arthur_1024</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-17</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/v%C3%A4ljarbarometer-oktober-2023</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SE_E_1344721509_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SE_E_1344721509_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SE_E_1344721509_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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pic</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/J%C3%B8diske%20menn.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jødiske menn</image:caption><image:title>Jødiske menn</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Sabine%20Wolfert_Studienleiterin%20Verian.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Sabine Wolfert.</image:caption><image:title>Sabine Wolfert_Studienleiterin Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-11-03</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/nl/news-and-insights/zetelpeiling-mei-2026</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose 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It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202024%20-%20Icon%20(General).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/GettyImages-2216407397.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>GettyImages-2216407397</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-2216407397</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-03-28</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-nz/news-and-insights/philippa-edward-joins-verian-coo</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Global%20Leadership%20headshots/image_2%201%20(1)%20(1).png</image:loc><image:caption>image_2 1 (1) (1)</image:caption><image:title>image_2 1 (1) (1)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/New%20Zealand/Rachel-Pita.png</image:loc><image:caption>A headshot of Rachel Pita</image:caption><image:title>Rachel-Pita</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/ranz_event_hr-92_55535523930_o.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>ranz_event_hr-92_55535523930_o</image:caption><image:title>ranz_event_hr-92_55535523930_o</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/images/New%20Zealand_REAWARDS_2024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image features a group of five people standing together, with two awards at the Research Association Awards New Zealand November 2024</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_REAWARDS_2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized square or cube. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-07-16</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/weniger-ist-mehr</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Guzy%2c%20Arthur_1024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Arthur Guzy.</image:caption><image:title>Guzy, Arthur_1024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_1440792969_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist ein sehr großes Feld mit sehr vielen Solarmodulen dargestellt. Durch das Feld führt eine Straße.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_1440792969_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/insights/case-studies/evaluation-von-b%C3%BCrgerwerkst%C3%A4tten-zu-5g</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_1193545993_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_1193545993_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_1193545993_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DK_E_1193545993_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man sieht auf dem Bild eine Stange aus deren Spitze  zahlreiche Stahlseile rauslaufen. Im Hintergrund scheint ein blauer Himmel zu sein. Man kann nicht feststellen, um welche Vorrichtung es sich dabei handelt.</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_1193545993_HiRes</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2024-06-20</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/der-deutsche-freiwilligensurvey</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1440658423_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sind zwei Frauen abgebildet. Eine der Frauen ist älter und sitzt in einem Rollstuhl, während die andere Frau, welche jünger ist, den Rollstuhl schiebt. Beide scheinen auf einem Balkon zu sein. Die ältere Frau zeigt nach rechts und scheint über das zu sprechen, worauf sie zeigt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1440658423_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Sabine%20Wolfert_Studienleiterin%20Verian.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Sabine Wolfert.</image:caption><image:title>Sabine Wolfert_Studienleiterin Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Germany%20team/Simon_Huber_Circle.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Simon_Huber_Circle</image:caption><image:title>Simon_Huber_Circle</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email 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politi-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/J%C3%B8diske%20menn-1.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jødiske menn-1</image:caption><image:title>Jødiske menn-1</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NO/images/SP_P_samtal-%C3%A4ldre-yngre.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person presenterer ved en tavle mens to andre personer lytter og tar notater.</image:caption><image:title>SP_P_samtal-äldre-yngre</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/barn%20hopper%20i%20dam.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>barn hopper i dam</image:caption><image:title>barn hopper i dam</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-21</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/fr/news-and-insights/employeurabilit%C3%A9-et-contraintes-financi%C3%A8res-dans-le-secteur-less</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/FR/team/Fabienne%20Cadenat_500x500.png</image:loc><image:caption>Fabienne Cadenat_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Fabienne 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grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/www.veriangroup.comhubfsMedia%20FilesGetty%20ImagesBritain%20BarometerUK_E_1320297892_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>www.veriangroup.comhubfsMedia FilesGetty ImagesBritain BarometerUK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>www.veriangroup.comhubfsMedia FilesGetty ImagesBritain BarometerUK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Image%20page%20de%20garde%20Verian.png</image:loc><image:caption>Image page de garde Verian</image:caption><image:title>Image page de garde Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/FR/team/Laurent%20Semmel_500x500.png</image:loc><image:caption>Laurent Semmel_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Laurent Semmel_500x500</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-22</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/umfrage-zu-%C3%A4nderungen-im-elterngeld</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1059619282_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man sieht auf dem Bild einen Mann und eine Frau mit zwei Kindern. Der Mann trägt eines der Kinder auf seinen Schultern und die Frau hält das andere Kind in ihren Armen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1059619282_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Other/sophia.png</image:loc><image:caption>sophia</image:caption><image:title>sophia</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/skid-logo-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das SKiD 2026 Logo.</image:caption><image:title>skid-logo-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. Sie besteht aus mehreren Metallkugeln die miteinander mit Metallstangen verbunden sind. Im Hintergrund ist nur ein blauer Himmel.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med 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Ökar mest: Sveriges Lärare (+11), TCO och Naturskyddsföreningen (+9). 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statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-06-23</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/top-awards-at-reawards-nz-2024</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Australia%20People/GB_500x500.png</image:loc><image:caption>GB_500x500</image:caption><image:title>GB_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/preparedness-cover.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person holding a child on a rocky beach overlooking the sea.</image:caption><image:title>preparedness-cover</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/BE/graphics/EES_2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>A Verian graphic with the European Evaluation Society and Verian's logo side by side.</image:caption><image:title>EES_2026</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/NZ/images/New%20Zealand_REAWARDS_2024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image features a group of five people standing together, with two awards at the Research Association Awards New Zealand November 2024</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_REAWARDS_2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-07-23</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-au/case-studies/applying-social-license-government-agency-climate-energy-environment-water</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/social_licence_DCCEEW_Verian_four-level-model.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>social_licence_DCCEEW_Verian_four-level-model</image:caption><image:title>social_licence_DCCEEW_Verian_four-level-model</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Rowan%20Gibson%20Verian.jpeg</image:loc><image:caption>Rowan Gibson Verian</image:caption><image:title>Rowan Gibson Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/social_licence_DCCEEW_Verian.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>social_licence_DCCEEW_Verian</image:caption><image:title>social_licence_DCCEEW_Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/LinkedIn-Icon-Light.svg</image:loc><image:caption>linkedin icon light grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_869503738_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist ein Windrad in einer grünen Landschaft zu sehen, die aus zahlreichen Feldern besteht.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_869503738_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202024%20-%20Icon%20(General).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/J%C3%B8diske%20menn.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jødiske menn</image:caption><image:title>Jødiske menn</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Troms%C3%B8%20politi.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Tromsø politi</image:caption><image:title>Tromsø politi</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-12</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/how-do-eu-citizens-perceive-the-independence-of-their-judicial-systems</loc><lastmod>2025-11-11</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/valet-2026</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/GettyImages-1180591245.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>GettyImages-1180591245</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-1180591245</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Square-Graphic-Dark.png</image:loc><image:caption>a design with geometric shapes, specifically a series of overlapping or interlocking hexagonal outlines</image:caption><image:title>Square-Graphic-Dark</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SE_P_G%C3%A5gata-med-m%C3%A4nniskor.jpeg</image:loc><image:caption>Gågata i stad med gående, cyklister och grönskande träd</image:caption><image:title>SE_P_Gågata-med-människor</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/10.png</image:loc><image:caption>10</image:caption><image:title>10</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/NL_P_handomrostning-inomhus.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>En handomröstning inomhus. 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Die einzelnen Balken stellen die Antworten aus 14 Ländern da.</image:caption><image:title>Bild1-jpg</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-28</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/valet-2026-delade-sverige</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 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logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_521785182_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Denmark%20team/Camilla_Kann_Fjelds%C3%B8e_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Camilla_Kann_Fjeldsøe_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Camilla_Kann_Fjeldsøe_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian 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It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Quad_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/UK_E_149260296_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_E_149260296_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>UK_E_149260296_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2024-10-11</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/jobb-och-karriar</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Careers%20headshots/Thomas_Karterud_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Thomas_Karterud_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Thomas_Karterud_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Careers%20headshots/Sophie_K%C3%BCnzel_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sophie_Künzel_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Sophie_Künzel_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Jovel_Tan_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jovel_Tan_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Jovel_Tan_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Careers%20headshots/Rachel_Wong_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Rachel_Wong_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Rachel_Wong_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Martin_T_2486x2256.jpeg</image:loc><image:caption>Martin_T_2486x2256</image:caption><image:title>Martin_T_2486x2256</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Khadija_Fhaim_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Khadija_Fhaim_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Khadija_Fhaim_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Careers%20headshots/Jordan_Lapish_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jordan_Lapish_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Jordan_Lapish_500x500</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-10-05</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-gb/news-and-insights/uk-polling-april-2021</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Richard_Crawshaw_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Richard_Crawshaw_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Richard_Crawshaw_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_wind-turbines-landscape.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A row of wind turbines stands against a vibrant sunset and twilight sky in a grassy field. The sky transitions from a deep blue at the top to bright orange and yellow near the horizon.</image:caption><image:title>UK_wind-turbines-landscape</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Britain%20Barometer/UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. 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It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 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statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/GettyImages-2237937246.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>GettyImages-2237937246</image:caption><image:title>GettyImages-2237937246</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized pentagon. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-20</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-nz/case-studies/tiakicampaign</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/New%20Zealand_E_Forrest%20with%20large%20tree_895841322_1920x1080V2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image depicts a large, tall tree surrounded by lush greenery and dense forest. The tree has a thick trunk with a textured bark and is likely situated in a natural environment with ferns and other foliage surrounding it. The scene conveys a sense of tranquility and the beauty of nature.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_E_Forrest with large tree_895841322_1920x1080V2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/New%20Zealand_E_water%20surrounded%20by%20mountains%20vista_1090688856_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image depicts a scenic landscape featuring a body of water surrounded by mountains. In the foreground, there is a person standing on a ridge, looking out over the vista. The sky has a gradient of colors, likely indicating either dawn or dusk.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_E_water surrounded by mountains vista_1090688856_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/New%20Zealand_P_Joyful%20family%20connection_1246126128_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>The image features a joyful moment among 3 individuals. A young child is interacting closely with an adult woman, who is smiling warmly at him. Another adult woman is also present, looking at a phone that the first woman is holding. The setting likely a living room, individuals seated comfortably.</image:caption><image:title>New Zealand_P_Joyful family connection_1246126128_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/N.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>N</image:caption><image:title>N</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-07-15</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/50-wellen-maschinenbau-barometer</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Guzy%2c%20Arthur_1024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Arthur Guzy.</image:caption><image:title>Guzy, Arthur_1024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. Sie besteht aus mehreren Metallkugeln die miteinander mit Metallstangen verbunden sind. Im Hintergrund ist nur ein blauer Himmel.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/skid-logo-small.png</image:loc><image:caption>Das SKiD 2026 Logo.</image:caption><image:title>skid-logo-small</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting 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logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/hand-holding-water.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>hand-holding-water</image:caption><image:title>hand-holding-water</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/evaluation-integrationskurse</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Anna%20Rysina_Studienleiterin%20Verian.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Anna Rysina.</image:caption><image:title>Anna Rysina_Studienleiterin Verian</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 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Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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Es scheint sich dabei um eine Schulklasse zu handeln. 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Der Fokus ist nach unten gerichtet, sodass man ihre Gesichter nicht sieht. 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It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a grey background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/BE-EN-Advanced-Materials-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>BE-EN-Advanced-Materials-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>BE-EN-Advanced-Materials-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/AU_BDes%20clinic_Group%20photo.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AU_BDes clinic_Group photo</image:caption><image:title>AU_BDes clinic_Group photo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-21</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/fr/news-and-insights/les-fran%C3%A7ais-et-les-m%C3%A9dias-locaux-aux-municipales-2026</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/FR/team/Guillaume%20Caline_500x500.png</image:loc><image:caption>Guillaume Caline_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Guillaume Caline_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/BildVB-Verian_Augusti-2026.png</image:loc><image:caption>Verians väljarbarometer med SVT för augusti 2026. Socialdemokraterna (30,5 %), Sverigedemokraterna (18,5 %), Moderaterna (17,3 %). Centerpartiet (8,0 %), Vänsterpartiet (7,7 %), Miljöpartiet (7,7 %) och Kristdemokraterna (6,2 %). Liberalerna (1,9 %) under spärren.</image:caption><image:title>BildVB-Verian_Augusti-2026</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-18</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/wohnungslosenbericht-2024-ver%C3%B6ffentlicht</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. 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In manchen der Fenster des Gebäudes ist Licht zu sehen. Perspektivisch ist das Bild so aufgenommen, als dass der Betrachter von unten zu dem Gebäude heraufschaut.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_1213953204_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1319962961_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine Hand zu sehen die eine aus Papier ausgeschnittene Sonne an ein Fenster hält. Auf der Sonne ist ein lächelndes Gesicht aufgemalt und hinter dem Fenster scheint es zu regnen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1319962961_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_175163993.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Reihe von zahlreichen Hochspannungsleitungen, die in einer grünen Landschaft stehen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_175163993</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_480137578_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist im Vordergrund eine Person zu sehen, die alleine auf einer Bank sitzt. Sie scheint auf eine große Stadt zu blicken, die verschwommen im Hintergrund zu sehen ist.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_480137578_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1440658423_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sind zwei Frauen abgebildet. Eine der Frauen ist älter und sitzt in einem Rollstuhl, während die andere Frau, welche jünger ist, den Rollstuhl schiebt. Beide scheinen auf einem Balkon zu sein. 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Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1251485261_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sind zwei Personen abgebildet, die dem Anschein nach in einem Labor arbeiten. Sie tragen einen Kittel, Gummihandschuhe, Schutzmasken und Hauben für die Haare.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1251485261_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. 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It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-09-18</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/wann-wird-die-endlagersuche-persoenlich-relevant</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. 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Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. 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The people are dressed in casual outdoor clothing.</image:caption><image:title>UK_aerial-people-walking</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/BE_P_1214451124_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>BE_P_1214451124_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>BE_P_1214451124_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-10-02</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/da/insights/thought-leadership/omd%C3%B8mmemonitor</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_533004246_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_533004246_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_533004246_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_P_1347700268_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_P_1347700268_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>DK_P_1347700268_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1271658553_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sind zwei Personen abgebildet, die auf einen Bildschirm schauen und etwas besprechen. Im Vordergrund ist zudem eine weitere Person zu sehen, die an einem Laptop arbeitet.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1271658553_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_E_149261836_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_149261836_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_149261836_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DK/images/Danmark_%C3%A6ldre-personer-i-samtale.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>To ældre personer i samtale udendørs. Fokus på nærvær.</image:caption><image:title>Danmark_ældre-personer-i-samtale</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DK/images/DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DK_E_1493713884_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_P_1400705577_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_P_1400705577_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_1400705577_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Denmark%20Team/S%C3%B8ren_Langelykke_Circle.png</image:loc><image:caption>Søren_Langelykke_Circle</image:caption><image:title>Søren_Langelykke_Circle</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/group-session.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An image of 4 people round a table in a session in an office.</image:caption><image:title>group-session</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Denmark/DK_P_1059619136_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DK_P_1059619136_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>DK_P_1059619136_HiRes</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-29</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/es/sobre-nosotros/politica-de-privacidad-de-datos-y-cookies</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized triangle shape. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(2)_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-10-30</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/ungleichheitsbarometer-2025</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/Aaron_Heinz.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Aaron Heinz.</image:caption><image:title>Aaron_Heinz</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_1213953204_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist ein hohes Gebäude abgebildet. In manchen der Fenster des Gebäudes ist Licht zu sehen. Perspektivisch ist das Bild so aufgenommen, als dass der Betrachter von unten zu dem Gebäude heraufschaut.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_1213953204_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Other/elke.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>elke</image:caption><image:title>elke</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-12</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case-studies/generation-germany</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE%20Education%20skills%20and%20culture%20case%20study-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE Education skills and culture case study-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE Education skills and culture case study-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/EU%20Institutions/BE_E_184107075_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>BE_E_184107075_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>BE_E_184107075_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1218906095_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man sieht im Bild eine Gruppe von drei jungen Leuten, welche auf einer Fensterbank sitzen. Zwei der Leute unterhalten sich und die andere Person liest in einem Buch.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1218906095_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine junge Frau abgebildet die auf eine andere Person schaut, welche dem Betrachter aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-nz/case-studies/conservation-investment-through-a-te-ao-m%C4%81ori-lens</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized pentagon. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/New%20Zealand/Erina-Hurihanganui.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A headshot of Erina Hurihanganui</image:caption><image:title>Erina-Hurihanganui</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/New%20Zealand/N.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>N</image:caption><image:title>N</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-09-16</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/case-studies/adult-education-survey</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/Team/strauss-a_w.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Das Foto von Alexandra Strauß.</image:caption><image:title>strauss-a_w</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:caption><image:title>EN-BE-Easi-1920-1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1200909950_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man sieht auf dem Bild eine Frau und auf beiden Seiten des Bildes hohe Bücherregale. Es scheint sich um eine Bibliothek zu handeln. Die Frau greift nach oben zu einem Buch und ist dabei es aus dem Regal zu holen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1200909950_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Troms%C3%B8%20politi.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Tromsø politi</image:caption><image:title>Tromsø politi</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/J%C3%B8diske%20menn.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Jødiske menn</image:caption><image:title>Jødiske menn</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-11-03</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/v%C3%A4ljarbarometer-juni-2024</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SE_P_1166033362_1920x1080v2.jpeg</image:loc><image:caption>SE_P_1166033362_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SE_P_1166033362_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/SE_Valjarbarometer_Graphic_Juni-2024.png</image:loc><image:caption>SE_Valjarbarometer_Graphic_Juni-2024</image:caption><image:title>SE_Valjarbarometer_Graphic_Juni-2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AU_E_odling-solnedgang.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person står på en odling vid soluppgång och arbetar mellan långa rader av grödor täckta med odlingsduk.</image:caption><image:title>AU_E_odling-solnedgang</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_E_Riksdagshuset.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Sveriges riksdag, sett från vattnet.</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_Riksdagshuset</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-09-19</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-au/case-studies/butterfly-foundation</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Screenshot%202026-10-13%20at%2010.06.34%20pm.png</image:loc><image:caption>Screenshot 2026-10-13 at 10.06.34 pm</image:caption><image:title>Screenshot 2026-10-13 at 10.06.34 pm</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/AUS_P_1290125355_HiRes%20(1).jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_P_1290125355_HiRes (1)</image:caption><image:title>AUS_P_1290125355_HiRes (1)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/AUS_P_1198638957_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_P_1198638957_HiRes</image:caption><image:title>AUS_P_1198638957_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/AU/graphics%20and%20graphs/butterfly_foundation_thumbnail.png</image:loc><image:caption>butterfly_foundation_thumbnail</image:caption><image:title>butterfly_foundation_thumbnail</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202024%20-%20Icon%20(General).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2024 - Icon (General)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/AU/graphics%20and%20graphs/butterfly_foundation_infographic_1920x1080.png</image:loc><image:caption>butterfly_foundation_infographic_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>butterfly_foundation_infographic_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-02</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/edl-08</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Reykjavik-Index/RI%20Visuals/GXL_Visual%20Placeholder_RI.png</image:loc><image:caption>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:caption><image:title>GXL_Visual Placeholder_RI</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE/logos/EDL%20Landing%20Page%20-%20Logos.png</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Bild mit fünf Logos. Die Logos gehören zum "Bundesamt für Wirtschaft und Ausfuhrkontrolle", zur "Bundesstelle für Energieeffizienz", zu "prognos", zu "Verian" und zum "Institut für Energie- und Umweltforschung Heidelberg".</image:caption><image:title>EDL Landing Page - Logos</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-06-24</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/national-resilience-turning-public-willingness-into-public-preparedness</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/preparedness-cover.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person holding a child on a rocky beach overlooking the sea.</image:caption><image:title>preparedness-cover</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized pentagon. It has clean lines and a simple color palette, set against a muted background.</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Pentagon_on_DarkGrey_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Centres%20of%20Excellence/Ben_Toombs_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Ben_Toombs_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/LinkedIn-Icon-Light.svg</image:loc><image:caption>linkedin icon light grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-07-07</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/sv/news-and-insights/valjarbarometer-november-2025</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/AUS_E_Villakvarter.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_Villakvarter</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/SE_Valjarbarometer_blockbalans-januari-2024.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SE_Valjarbarometer_blockbalans-januari-2024</image:caption><image:title>SE_Valjarbarometer_blockbalans-januari-2024</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Per_Soderpalm_190x190.png</image:loc><image:caption>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:caption><image:title>Per_Soderpalm_190x190</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_barn-plaskar-vattenp%C3%B6l-h%C3%B6st.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_P_barn-plaskar-vattenpöl-höst</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_barn-plaskar-vattenpöl-höst</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/Valjarbarometern/SE_Valjarbarometer_Graphic_November-2025.png</image:loc><image:caption>SE_Valjarbarometer_Graphic_November-2025</image:caption><image:title>SE_Valjarbarometer_Graphic_November-2025</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/SE/images/SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Cykelpendlare på väg längs stadsgata. Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. Trafikmiljö med asfalterad väg och ljus stadsmiljö i bakgrunden.</image:caption><image:title>SW_P_cyklister-utan-huvuden</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Sweden/SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>SW_E_1498877807_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-01-16</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/en-gb/news-and-insights/measurement-momentum-growing-social-licence</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_869503738_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist ein Windrad in einer grünen Landschaft zu sehen, die aus zahlreichen Feldern besteht.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_869503738_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian%20Brand%20Graphics/Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(1)_16x9.png</image:loc><image:caption>Decorative: A minimalist, geometric design that depicts a three-dimensional shape resembling a stylized triangle shape on a dark grey background</image:caption><image:title>Verian_Triangle_on_DarkGrey(1)_16x9</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/AUS_E_1124738425_Pres.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>AUS_E_1124738425_Pres</image:caption><image:title>AUS_E_1124738425_Pres</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202025%20-%20Icon%20(United%20Kingdom).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2025 - 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Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Global%20Leadership%20headshots/Ingo_Schier_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Ingo_Schier_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Ingo_Schier_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. 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The sky transitions from a deep blue at the top to bright orange and yellow near the horizon.</image:caption><image:title>UK_wind-turbines-landscape</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Employee%20headshots/Richard%20Crawshaw.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Richard Crawshaw Headshot</image:caption><image:title>Richard Crawshaw</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Employee%20headshots/Richard_Crawshaw_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Richard_Crawshaw_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Richard_Crawshaw_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Britain%20Barometer/UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>UK_E_1320297892_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_row-of-houses.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>A panoramic view of a long, uniform row of traditional brick terraced houses with dark pitched roofs lining a suburban street. Cars are parked along the curb, and a dense green tree canopy stretches into the background.</image:caption><image:title>UK_row-of-houses</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Banners,%20icons%20and%20global%20graphics/Top%20Consulting%20Firm%202025%20-%20Icon%20(United%20Kingdom).png</image:loc><image:caption>Top Consulting Firm 2025 - Icon (United Kingdom)</image:caption><image:title>Top Consulting Firm 2025 - Icon (United Kingdom)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. The people are dressed in casual outdoor clothing.</image:caption><image:title>UK_aerial-people-walking</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-04-29</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/case-studies/gennow</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine junge Frau abgebildet die auf eine andere Person schaut, welche dem Betrachter aber den Rücken zukehrt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1011936690_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_651953563_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Foto ist eine junge Frau abgebildet, die an einem sonnigen Tag auf einem Strand zu stehen scheint. Sie hat die Augen geschlossen und neigt ihren Kopf der Sonne zu. Sie scheint glücklich zu sein, da sie lächelt.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_651953563_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/mail-icon.png</image:loc><image:caption>icon in grey outline showing envelope to indicate email contact</image:caption><image:title>mail-icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/DE_E_520190108_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_520190108_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild sieht man einen Mann und eine Frau in einer Fabrik oder Produktionsanlage. Die Frau sitzt vor einem Laptop und der Mann schaut auf den Bildschirm des Laptops. Beide scheinen miteinander zu sprechen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_648822919_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Other/sophia.png</image:loc><image:caption>sophia</image:caption><image:title>sophia</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-08-13</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/fr/news-and-insights/les-fran%C3%A7ais-et-les-%C3%A9lites</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_528330967_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_528330967_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Headshot-Template-(150%20%C3%97%20151%20px).png</image:loc><image:caption>icon depicting person</image:caption><image:title>Headshot-Template-(150 × 151 px)</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_aerial-people-walking.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>An overhead shot of a diverse crowd of people walking across a large, gray paved public square, arranged in a somewhat chaotic pattern. The people are dressed in casual outdoor clothing.</image:caption><image:title>UK_aerial-people-walking</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2026-06-25</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/news-and-insights/preparing-for-rapid-change</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%202.svg</image:loc><image:caption>X (formerly Twitter) logo</image:caption><image:title>Asset 2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Global%20leadership%20headshots/Laure_Salvaing_720x405.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Laure_Salvaing_720x405</image:caption><image:title>Laure_Salvaing_720x405</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/The%20Netherlands/NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:caption><image:title>NL_E_1192467270_Hero_2205x1240v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/Global/preparedness-cover.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Person holding a child on a rocky beach overlooking the sea.</image:caption><image:title>preparedness-cover</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/LinkedIn-Icon-Light.svg</image:loc><image:caption>linkedin icon light grey</image:caption><image:title>LinkedIn-Icon-Light</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/English-speaking%20countries/United%20Kingdom/UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:caption><image:title>UK_P_1499051470_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_People_Headshot/Global%20Leadership%20headshots/Dr%20Michelle%20Harrison%2c%20Verian%20President.png</image:loc><image:caption>Dr Michelle Harrison, Verian President</image:caption><image:title>Dr Michelle Harrison, Verian President</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/France/FR_P_1425544612_HiResvv2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>FR_P_1425544612_HiResvv2</image:caption><image:title>FR_P_1425544612_HiResvv2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><lastmod>2025-11-24</lastmod></url><url><loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/de/news-and-insights/einsatz-von-ki-zur-automatischen-codierung-von-berufsangaben</loc><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_logo_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>verian logo</image:caption><image:title>vrn_logo_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1422090283_HiRes.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Eine Frau die mithilfe einer Taschenlampe ein mechanisches Gerät untersucht. Sie scheint sich in sowas wie einer Werkstatt zu befinden.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1422090283_HiRes</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_72867866_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist eine größere Gruppe von Leuten auf einer Straße abgebildet. Die Leute sind entweder in Bewegung oder unterhalten sich in kleinen Gruppen. Das Bild wurde aus einer Vogelperspektive aufgenommen.</image:caption><image:title>DE_E_72867866_1920x1080</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%204.svg</image:loc><image:caption>LinkedIn icon</image:caption><image:title>Asset 4</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Icons/Mail%20Icon.svg</image:loc><image:caption>Mail icon</image:caption><image:title>Mail Icon</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Verian_Headshots_Compressed/Centres%20of%20Excellence/Nikolai_Tschersich_500x500.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Nikolai_Tschersich_500x500</image:caption><image:title>Nikolai_Tschersich_500x500</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/External%20logos/Asset%203.svg</image:loc><image:caption>icon of envelope indicating email</image:caption><image:title>Asset 3</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_P_1425175202_1920x1080v2.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Man sieht auf dem Bild zwei Männer, die an Laptops zu arbeiten scheinen. Bei beiden ist der Laptop aufgeklappt und an jeweils einen Bildschirm angeschlossen. Das Touchpad der Laptops dient dabei als Mausersatz.</image:caption><image:title>DE_P_1425175202_1920x1080v2</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/System%20related%20content/Logos/Verian/vrn_Purpose_Footer.png</image:loc><image:caption>text that reads "powering decisions that shape the world." which is verian's purpose statement</image:caption><image:title>vrn_Purpose_Footer</image:title></image:image><image:image><image:loc>https://www.veriangroup.com/hubfs/Media%20Files/Getty%20Images/Germany/DE_E_sb10065293a-001_1920x1080.jpg</image:loc><image:caption>Auf dem Bild ist so etwas wie Skulptur abgebildet. Sie besteht aus mehreren Metallkugeln die miteinander mit Metallstangen verbunden sind. 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Flera personer cyklar i rad, sedda bakifrån, med väskor och jackor. 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G7 average 68. 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