ICESP brings together various projects, shares experience, identifies shortcomings and opportunities in order to shine a spotlight on Italy's work on the circular economy and promote the circular economy in Italy.

It has six working groups, open to everyone: 1) Research and eco-innovation, 2) Legislative and economic instruments, 3) Measuring the circular economy, 4) Sustainable and circular supply chains, 5) Circular cities and regions, 6) Good practices.

It also has cross-cutting groups on: 1) Eco-design and circular business models, 2) Market for recyled goods, and 3) Good practices.

ICESP aims to promote dialogue and awareness raising, so stakeholders are encouraged to contribute good practices, strategies and knowledge. The resulting compilation is available to users.