WCEF side events present circular economy solutions from around the globe. They address specific topics related to the circular economy and the role circularity plays in the economies of the future, as well as in the fight against climate change and the nature crisis. As part of the World Circular Economy Forum, WCEF side events will be organised throughout 2023. The list of events will be updated monthly.

Side events can take place any time during 2023, excluding the days of the annual WCEF (30 May – 2 June). The organisers are responsible for all practical issues, expenses and inquiries related to organising and participating in the side events. Side events can be either virtual or in person. If you are interested in organising a WCEF side event, please fill in the application form and send it to contactus.wcef@sitra.fi. 

The World Circular Economy Forum 2023 Expo Area at Messukeskus in Helsinki, Finland will also shine a spotlight on selected circular economy solutions from around the world. The WCEF2023 hosts - Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra and Nordic Innovation, part of the Nordic Council of Ministers - encourage companies and organisations large and small to apply to host a stand in the WCEF2023 Expo Area. Would you like to present your solution to the global audience at the Forum?

Apply by sending your WCEF2023 Expo Area host application form to contactus.wcef@sitra.fi by 26 March 2023, 23:00 CEST.