Shifting mindsets is just as crucial as setting criteria when it comes to circular procurement. How can we move beyond compliance-driven approaches and embed circular thinking into procurement strategies? This #EUCircularTalks event hosted by the ECESP Leadership Group on Circular Procurement and EU Competitiveness explored these topics.

The ECESP Leadership Group Towards a European Network of Circular Economy Hubs organised the #EUCircularTalks event on Bridging Local and European Networks: How Circular Hubs Can Drive Inclusive Regional Growth. 

This event explored the role of EU networks in advancing circular economy goals across Europe, focusing on how local circular hubs can leverage their strengths to foster inclusive regional growth.

This webinar took place on 6 December.

The ECESP Leadership Group on Textiles organised the #EUCircularTalks event on the revision of the Waste Framework Directive: Enhancing textiles EPR schemes through inclusive governance. Panellists discussed key evidence concerning how best to align waste management practices with sustainability goals.

This webinar took a closer look at the proposed changes to EPR schemes for textiles and highlighted the role of inclusive governance in meeting the sustainability targets.

This EU Circular Talk tackled Circular approaches to affordable housing: reshaping the future.

It explored how social equity, innovative construction and environmental responsibility come together. 

The transition towards a circular bioeconomy is crucial for meeting the goals of the European Green Deal and the Circular Economy Action Plan and for tackling the climate and biodiversity crises. 

Following on from COP16 on Biological Diversity and on the same day that delegates will be discussing nature and biodiversity at COP29 on Climate Change in Azerbaijan, the ECESP Leadership Group on Circular Bioeconomy invites you to join the #EUCircularTalks on Circular Bioeconomy Transformation Methodologies.

 This webinar will take place on 21 November.

How does digitalisation contribute to advancing circular procurement practices?

The ECESP Leadership Group on Circular Procurement organised the #EUCircularTalks webinar on 27 September at 10:00 – 12:00 CEST, offering valuable insights into global trends, practical tools, and real-world case studies. Participants had a chance to learn strategies to mitigate environmental and social impacts associated with ICT procurement and to implement sustainable procurement practices effectively.

Changes in consumption behaviours and dominant lifestyles are increasingly recognised among the critical levers for the transition to a circular economy. At the same time, public engagement still needs improvement in some areas, and people's role in the process is largely overlooked.

Join us on 8 May (10:30-12:00 CEST) for an #EUCircularTalks event. Panellists will discuss key evidence about what works best to achieve circular engagement and advance the circular behaviours that make a difference in Europe. The event will be the final rendez-vous of the series of podcasts.

This EUCircularTalks event on “Preparation of a circular construction/infrastructure project - an investors' perspective" took place on 15 December at 10:00 - 12:30 CET. Various aspects of circular construction and infrastructure projects were explored.

New waste management policies will change the way the EU handles textiles waste. The proposal for a new Waste Framework Directive aims to accelerate the development of the separate collection, sorting, reuse and recycling of textiles, in line with the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textile and the Circular Economy Action Plan.

On 5 December 2023 at 14:30 - 16:30 a discussion between stakeholders in the value chain will focus on how the sector sees the implementation of the Waste Framework Directive and the Extended Producer Responsibility for textiles in practice.

Biodiversity and Climate change are interconnected issues, with ecosystems and biodiversity playing a crucial role in regulating our climate. Circular procurement can contribute to mitigating climate change and preserving biodiversity by minimizing greenhouse gas emissions and protecting natural habitats.

Join us on 20 October 2023 at 10:00 - 12:30 CET for an inclusive dialogue and collaboration with stakeholders to bring together a diverse range of participants to work towards our circular economy goals. Our panellists will delve into the synergies between Circular Procurement and Biodiversity/Climate, two crucial topics for sustainable development.