To go far, we go together
We help foster connections. As we support a broad, multi-disciplinary, multi-sector set of communities we use ‘constellations’ to describe these (many parts, loosely joined) expert networks.
Constellations include IB1 Members as individuals who are part of the broader landscape.
To support people connecting with each other, we also have an online tool: IB1.io. It is very light-touch and facilitates networking across communities of practice. Members can discover each other’s skills and interests, enhancing opportunities for starting new projects, co-bidding, and sharing knowledge across different fields. This helps build professional relationships and breaks down traditional silos.
Members can customise their profiles with information they would typically exchange in a professional setting—like workplace details, interests, and contact information that is already public. Profiles can be tagged with keywords and areas of interest, making it easier for members to find each other. See below on “how to tag“.
Constellations connect people who have been invited and opted-in to joining. Participation is by invitation only. Please use this form or contact constellation@ib1.org if you would like to be considered.
NB: Members do not make any personal contact details public, rather they link to existing social media sites such as LinkedIn. There is no mechanism for any members to contact each other directly using the service – only via linked social media accounts.
We have a LinkedIn group as a non-public discussion space.
Top tip for tagging in the tool
Add a tag about anything you are involved with (a domain, an interest, anything that you might want to connect with someone around). If you have been involved in an IB1-led project at any time, please add the IB1-tag (e.g. IB1-PERSEUS, IB1-OPEN-ENERGY). IB1 team members tag themselves with IB1-ICECORE, and IB1 alumni use IB1-ALUMNI.
IB1 data management and processes for the constellation tool
Icebreaker One (IB1) is dedicated to demonstrating best practices in data governance as part of its mission. This commitment extends to the management of data within its own communities, referred to as “Constellations” or “Icebreakers.” These communities unite individuals who support IB1’s mission of achieving net-zero emissions and act as hubs for sharing expertise and fostering collaborative efforts.
Member emails are required only for administration and are available to the system’s managers.
To ensure the safety and privacy of this shared information, a Data Protection Impact Assessment has been conducted. This assessment identifies potential risks and outlines strategies to mitigate them, ensuring that members can network and share their details confidently. The system is designed with built-in safeguards to prevent misuse, fostering a trusted environment for collaboration.
Who uses it?
There are two main types of users for the service:
- Users (Community Members): These are individuals from the community who have opted to use the platform.
- Admins: A select few staff members have administrative access and have GDPR training. They use a username and password to access the administration interface, which allows them to manage the system’s operations. This includes tasks like editing user profiles or disabling accounts if necessary.
Leaving
- Users can request the deletion of their entire profile, which is done immediately.
Service Terms are detailed at https://ib1.org/terms/constellation/