With participants representing 158 countries, WCEF2024 served as a global platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and transformative action towards a more sustainable future. The European Commission addressed the audience with an exhibition stand that highlights key EU policy proposals and showcases selected key initiatives funded by the EU to accelerate the circular economy – already including a 40 Million Euro commitment to Eastern and Southern Africa – discover more.
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EU announces new EU Circular Economy Resource Centre
An upcoming EU Circular Economy Resource Centre under the Global Gateway strategy will facilitate peer-to-peer exchanges and partnerships between EU and third-country stakeholders, fostering the uptake of sound circular economy policies and business models worldwide. Discover more.
Continue Reading#WCEF2024: The EU in the global circular economy transition: inspiration, incentives, and market leverage of EU Initiatives
Are EU initiatives towards a circular economy transition a source of inspiration, paving the way for innovative policies, business and market practices, while bolstering competitiveness? Or do they risk creating barriers for market access or global trade? These were the underlying questions for the Accelerator Session hosted by the European Commission and partners. And answers were surprising….
Continue ReadingA secret recipe for transformation and a proven circular business model: Take aways from #WCEF2024 panel discussion
At #WCEF2024, Martin Seychell, Deputy Director General, Directorate-General for International Partnerships was part of a panel discussing what kind of policies are needed to manage the circular economy transition, and how companies see the regulatory changes ahead. In the session ‘European and global perspectives on policy, investment and innovation’, he explained the EU’s role in in driving circular policies and investments – discover more.
Continue ReadingWCEF2024 Accelerator Session: Ukraine’s circular reconstruction
Can circular economy principles enhance the green recovery process in Ukraine while encouraging long-term economic and environmental benefits? This #WCEF2024 Accelerator Session will show that in light of the present circumstances, it is paramount to amplify and replicate circular entrepreneurs, spotlighting these pioneering firms and promoting their Circular Economy implementation success stories. Discover more.
Continue ReadingWCEF Accelerator Session: The EU in the global Circular Economy Transition: Inspiration, Incentive and Market Leverage
Are EU initiatives towards a circular economy transition a source of inspiration, paving the way for innovative market practices and bolstering competitiveness or merely a form of market leverage? Don’t miss the discussion in the EU led Accelerator Session at #WCEF2024. Discover more about experiences and partnerships supported by the EU to accelerate the circular economy transition.
Continue ReadingCircle your Calender: World Circular Economy Forum 2024 in Brussels
The world’s leading event for circular economy thinkers, doers and leaders hits Brussels in April 2024, showcasing the most impactful circular solutions from around the world. Online participation is open to everyone.Discvoer more.
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