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Circular Week is an international series of events and initiatives dedicated to the circular economy and sustainable development, taking place across Europe. The aim of Circular Week is to promote the concept of a closed-loop economy, support sustainable business models, and foster collaboration among stakeholders. Choose the most interesting event for you, register and join Circular Week 2023! CIRCULARWEEK 2026 Circular Week is a week dedicated to the circular economy. Join us to work together for sustainable development and efficient resource utilization. Let’s Revisit CW2025 Kotwica 2 REGISTER HOST AN EVENT BECOME A PARTNER MORE INFO Circular Week is an international series of events and initiatives dedicated to the circular economy and sustainable development, taking place across Europe. The aim of Circular Week is to promote the concept of a closed-loop economy, support sustainable business models, and foster collaboration among stakeholders. CIRCULAR WEEK 2026 - SAVE THE DATE 26–31 October 2026 More details coming soon — stay tuned! Kotwica 1 Circular Week is a nationwide educational campaign dedicated to the circular economy, as well as sustainable production and consumption. In 2026, the initiative will celebrate its 9th edition . Through this annual project, Circular Week aims to support and accelerate the transition towards a circular future. This year, Circular Week takes on a new dimension, as it will be organised for the first time as a joint German–Polish initiative, strengthening international cooperation and knowledge exchange. The German–Polish Circular Week 2026 will take place from 26 to 31 October, with events organised in Aachen, Duisburg, Wuppertal, Warsaw, and partner cities across Poland. The programme will focus on key topics such as urban space, construction, material circularity, and regional transformation strategies, fostering cross-border dialogue and collaboration in support of the circular transition. CIRCULAR WEEK will take place between 26–31 October 2026. Participants can join events dedicated to Circular Economy transformation and sustainable production and consumption all over Europe. Each day of the Circular Week will be dedicated to different topic regrading Circular Economy as sustainable packaging, construction, food and bioeconomy, textile, circular design, circular business model etc. Around this topics various events will take place: workshops, seminars, networking meetings. Circular Week will give the unique chance of business matchmaking and networking for both Polish and international participants. The focal point of the circular week is European Sustainability Congress 2026 . One of the biggest and most prestigious conference in Poland regarding circular economy topic. Event is targeted to public administration, local municipalities, companies, CSR, sustainable managers, local administration, start-ups, media. Due to broad promotion it will reach as well general public. Main objective is to educate about circular economy and sustainable development and promote sustainable business’s and solutions. We would like to show what advantage could be achieved by closing the loop and how sustainable consumption and production can have positive impact on environment, biodiversity loss and climate change. On the other hand through Circular Week we would like to promote effective, innovative, green solution and effective systemic changes. It is about rising awareness, behaviour change and about involvement and engagement in the circular transition. The following entities express interest of their involvement in the project: the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform, a joint initiative by European Commission and Social Economic Committee, Holland Circular Hotspot, Circular Change (Slovenia), Nordic Circular Hotspot, ICLEI, Polish Ministry of Economic Development, Polish Ministry Of Climate, Mazovia Marshal Office, Embassy of the Netherlands, Embassy of Canada, Embassy of Norway, Embassy of UK, Embassy of Sweden, Embassy of Germany. Kotwica 1 NETWORKING At this important event, there will have the opportunity to delve into the concept of the circular economy and exchange thougts and experiences. Our goal is to bring together like-minded individuals, professionals and enthusiasts from different industries to exchange ideas, insights and experiences related to circular practices and sustainability. It will be an excellent opportunity for international networking, promoting activities internationally and exchanging ideas during networking sessions. EDUCATION Circular Week is a nationwide educational campaign about circular economy, sustainable production and consumption. Each day of the Circular Week will be dedicated to different topic regrading Circular Economy as sustainable packaging, construction, food and bioeconomy, textile, circular design, circular business model etc. Around this topics various events will take place: workshops, seminars, networking meetings. Circular Week will give the unique chance of business matchmaking and networking for both Polish and international participants. ORGANIZERS BUSINESS PARTNERS STRATEGIC PARTNERS INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS

Circular Week is an international series of events and initiatives dedicated to the circular economy and sustainable development, taking place across Europe. The aim of Circular Week is to promote the concept of a closed-loop economy, support sustainable business models, and foster collaboration among stakeholders. Choose the most interesting event for you, register and join Circular Week 2023! CIRCULARWEEK 2025 Circular Week is a week dedicated to the circular economy. Join us to work together for sustainable development and efficient resource utilization. ALL EVENTS Kotwica 2 REGISTER HOST AN EVENT BECOME A PARTNER MORE INFO Circular Week is an international series of events and initiatives dedicated to the circular economy and sustainable development, taking place across Europe. The aim of Circular Week is to promote the concept of a closed-loop economy, support sustainable business models, and foster collaboration among stakeholders. Kotwica 1 European Sustainability Congress 2025 Circular Economy as a tool to mitigate climate change and biodiversity loss C ircular Week is a nationwide educational campaign about circular economy, sustainable production and consumption. It will be 8th edition of this initiative and by this annual project, we would like to contribute and accelerate the transformation into circular future. CIRCULAR WEEK will take place between 3-7 November 2025. Participants can join events dedicated to Circular Economy transformation and sustainable production and consumption all over Europe. Each day of the Circular Week will be dedicated to different topic regrading Circular Economy as sustainable packaging, construction, food and bioeconomy, textile, circular design, circular business model etc. Around this topics various events will take place: workshops, seminars, networking meetings. Circular Week will give the unique chance of business matchmaking and networking for both Polish and international participants. The focal point of the circular week is European Sustainability Congress 2025 . One of the biggest and most prestigious conference in Poland regarding circular economy topic. Event is targeted to public administration, local municipalities, companies, CSR, sustainable managers, local administration, start-ups, media. Due to broad promotion it will reach as well general public. Main objective is to educate about circular economy and sustainable development and promote sustainable business’s and solutions. We would like to show what advantage could be achieved by closing the loop and how sustainable consumption and production can have positive impact on environment, biodiversity loss and climate change. On the other hand through Circular Week we would like to promote effective, innovative, green solution and effective systemic changes. It is about rising awareness, behaviour change and about involvement and engagement in the circular transition. The following entities express interest of their involvement in the project: the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform, a joint initiative by European Commission and Social Economic Committee, Holland Circular Hotspot, Circular Change (Slovenia), Nordic Circular Hotspot, ICLEI, Polish Ministry of Economic Development, Polish Ministry Of Climate, Mazovia Marshal Office, Embassy of the Netherlands, Embassy of Canada, Embassy of Norway, Embassy of UK, Embassy of Sweden, Embassy of Germany. NETWORKING At this important event, there will have the opportunity to delve into the concept of the circular economy and exchange thougts and experiences. Our goal is to bring together like-minded individuals, professionals and enthusiasts from different industries to exchange ideas, insights and experiences related to circular practices and sustainability. It will be an excellent opportunity for international networking, promoting activities internationally and exchanging ideas during networking sessions. EDUCATION Circular Week is a nationwide educational campaign about circular economy, sustainable production and consumption. Each day of the Circular Week will be dedicated to different topic regrading Circular Economy as sustainable packaging, construction, food and bioeconomy, textile, circular design, circular business model etc. Around this topics various events will take place: workshops, seminars, networking meetings. Circular Week will give the unique chance of business matchmaking and networking for both Polish and international participants. ORGANIZERS STRATEGIC PARTNERS PATRONAGE INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS BUSINESS PARTNERS MEDIA PARTNERS

Konkurs dla studentów na opracowanie strategii transformacji cyrkularnej wybranej korporacji The Circular Shift: Business Reinvented English KONKURS DLA STUDENTÓW The Circular Shift: Business Reinvented Konkurs dla studentów na opracowanie strategii transformacji cyrkularnej wybranej międzynarodowej korporacji Aplikacja trwa do 15 kwietnia 2026. Nie zwlekaj — zarejestruj siebie lub swoją drużynę i dołącz do studentów kształtujących cyrkularną przyszłość! REJESTRACJA Informacje ogólne o konkursie Podmiot realizujący: Instytut Innowacji i Odpowiedzialnego Rozwoju Czas trwania zadania: 11.0 2. 2026 - 26.10.2026 F inał konkursu: 26.10.2026 Miejsce: tbc Grupa docelowa: studenci studiów licencjackich, magisterskich i doktoranckich ze wszystkich uczelni na terenie Polski. Prosimy o przesłanie pliku w formacie PDF do z.koch@innowo.org ZADANIE KONKURSOWE Przebieg konkursu: Etap 1. REJESTRACJA Termin: 11 lutego - 15 kwietnia 2026 r. Interdyscyplinarne zespoły lub pojedynczy studenci rejestrują swoją chęć uczestnictwa w konkursie „The Circular Shift: Business Reinvented”. Pojedynczy studenci będą kontaktowani ze sobą w celu utworzenia zespołów. Etap 2. EDUKACJA Termin: kwiecień 2026 r. Zespoły będą mogły uczestniczyć w wykładzie online nt. koncepcji gospodarki obiegu zamkniętego, cyrkularnych modeli biznesowych i praktycznych przykładach transformacji cyrkularnej. Spotkanie będzie również okazją do zadawania pytań natury organizacyjnej. Etap 3. PRZYGOTOWANIE PREZENTACJI KONKURSOWEJ Termin: 13 lipca 2026 r. Zespoły biorące udział w konkursie mają czas do 13 lipca 2026 r. aby nadesłać prezentację konkursową, zgodnie z poniższymi wytycznymi. Prezentacja ma zawierać propozycję innowacyjnej zmiany w produkcie, usłudze, łańcuchu wartości lub modelu biznesowym, która mogłaby znacząco wpłynąć na zamykanie obiegów gospodarczych w działalności wybranej korporacji międzynarodowej. Prezentacja musi być przygotowana w języku angielskim Etap 4. WYŁONIENIE ZESPOŁÓW FINAŁOWYCH Termin: 7 września 2026 r. Jury, którego skład opisany jest w rozdziale 5. wyłoni sześć zespołów, które zostaną zaproszone na finał konkursu. Na tym etapie możliwe są jedynie nieznaczne modyfikacje prezentacji konkursowej obejmujące doprecyzowanie prezentowanego pomysłu i zmiany wizualne. Etap 5. FINAŁ KONKURSU Termin: 26 października 2026 r. 26 października 2026 r. zorganizowany zostanie finał konkursu oraz hybrydowa konferencja dla studentów z udziałem zaproszonych zagranicznych gości, biorących udział w Circular Week m.in. przedstawicieli ambasad, Komisji Europejskiej, European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform. W finale weźmie udział pięć uprzednio wyłonionych najlepszych zespołów. Finał rozpocznie się od wykładów wprowadzających ekspertów ds. GOZ. Następnie każdy zespół będzie prezentował swoje zadanie konkursowe przed Jury i widownią. Jury wyłoni trzy najlepsze zespoły, w tym zespół który otrzyma nagrodę główną. NAGRODY Finaliści otrzymają nagrody pieniężne w wysokości: Nagroda główna: 5 000 zł II miejsce: 3 000 zł III miejsce: 2 000 zł Finałowy projekt będzie miał również możliwość zaprezentowania się na scenie głównej podczas najważniejszej konferencji Circular Week 2026 - European Sustainability Congress , która odbędzie się następnego dnia (29.10.2026). ZADANIE KONKURSOWE CEL ZADANIA KONKURSOWEGO: Opracowanie prezentacji rozwiązania zgodnie z rozdziałami z poniższego konspektu. Podrozdziały stanowią sugestię treści, z których można lecz nie trzeba skorzystać. W ramach konkursu należy opracować propozycję innowacyjnej zmiany w produkcie, usłudze, łańcuchu wartości lub modelu biznesowym, itp., która mogłaby znacząco wpłynąć na zamykanie obiegów gospodarczych w działalności wybranej korporacji międzynarodowej. OPIS PROBLEMU: Pomimo że od wielu lat podejmowane są działania mające na celu odejście od nieefektywnego modelu „weź – wyprodukuj – wyrzuć”, zmiany te zachodzą zbyt wolno, aby sprostać wyzwaniom stojącym przed naszą planetą. Jedną z głównych przeszkód dla bardziej odpowiedzialnej konsumpcji i produkcji jest niechęć międzynarodowych korporacji do zmiany swoich praktyk biznesowych. W rezultacie przyczyniają się one do utrzymania obecnego status quo wśród milionów konsumentów na całym świecie. Alternatywą dla obecnego modelu biznesowego jest gospodarka o obiegu zamkniętym. To podejście ma na celu maksymalizację wartości ekonomicznej i zatrzymanie wartości dóbr w granicach wyznaczonych przez zasoby naszej planety. Gospodarka o obiegu zamkniętym zamyka obiegi gospodarcze w całym cyklu życia produktu. Produkty mogą być ponownie wykorzystywane, naprawiane, przerabiane, produkowane z materiałów pochodzących z recyklingu oraz wytwarzane z wykorzystaniem odnawialnych źródeł energii, a to tylko niektóre możliwości. Wszystkie te opcje mają na celu zwiększenie produktywności zasobów, przynosząc korzyści nie tylko środowisku i społeczeństwu, ale także konkurencyjności firm. Bardziej efektywne wykorzystanie zasobów przez największe światowe korporacje może przekształcić całe branże. Wdrożenie tzw. transformacji cyrkularnej – zamykanie obiegów gospodarczych zarówno w działalności firmy, jak i w jej szerszym ekosystemie biznesowym – może mieć daleko idące skutki. Skala działań największych graczy rynkowych może znacząco poszerzyć rynek produktów i usług cyrkularnych, zachęcając innych do podążania ich śladem i ostatecznie prowadząc do modelu obiegu zamkniętego w całej gospodarce. Takie inicjatywy zaczynają się od prostych pomysłów popartych dogłębną analizą. Rekomendowany plan prezentacji: Wstęp Opis przedsiębiorstwa Ogólny kontekst Analiza aktualnej sytuacji rynkowej Nasze podejście Opis proponowanej innowacji Różnice w porównaniu do dotychczasowej działalności przedsiębiorstwa Rezultaty Efekty ekonomiczne Efekty środowiskowe Efekty społeczne Możliwości wdrożenia Propozycja sposobu lub planu realizacji Schemat przepływów zasobów Schemat przepływów finansowych Zaplanowanie działań marketingowych Bariery i szanse Wyznaczenie wąskich gardeł w realizacji Technologie sprzyjające realizacji Ewentualne wyzwania legislacyjne Podsumowanie i kolejne kroki Prezentacja może mieć maksymalnie 25 slajdów. Przewidywana długość pokazu to 15 minut. Prosimy o przesłanie pliku w formacie PDF do z.koch@innowo.org do 13 lipca 2026 r. Kryteria oceny prezentacji konkursowej oraz składu jury Ocena zadań będzie przeprowadzona na podstawie następujących kryteriów: Implementowalność – możliwość wprowadzenia w życie danego rozwiązania – 25 pkt. Kompleksowość - opis działań w ramach symbiozy powinien uwzględniać charakterystykę działania przedsiębiorstw w wybranych branżach, realne warunki działalności i potwierdzone technologie – 25 pkt. Innowacyjność - zaproponowane rozwiązania nie powinny bezpośrednio powielać już istniejących zastosowań symbiotycznych, ale mogą je istotnie rozwijać – 20 pkt. Efektywność – zaproponowane rozwiązanie powinno skutkować efektami, które w jak największym stopniu mogą przekonać firmy do rzeczywistego wdrożenia rozwiań – 30 pkt. Wyłonienie zespołów finałowych, a więc 6 najlepszych drużyn, nastąpi na podstawie ocen członków jury w powyższych czterech kategoriach. Jury w składzie przedstawiciela Instytutu INNOWO oraz uczelni współorganizujących oceni każdą prezentację konkursową niezależnie od siebie. Po zsumowaniu ocen wyłonione zostaną zespoły finałowe. Prezentacje finałowe zostaną ocenione według analogicznych zasad. Oceniać zespoły będzie jednak rozszerzone jury, w którego skład oprócz Prezes Zarządu Instytutu INNOWO oraz przedstawicieli uczelni współorganizujących wydarzenie, wejdą przedstawiciele ambasad, Komisji Europejskiej, European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform oraz inni eksperci ds. gospodarki cyrkularnej. Przykładowe pomysły transformacji cyrkularnej wybranych korporacji Globalny producent napojów gazowanych przechodzi całkowicie na opakowania aluminiowe! 10% zniżki na zakupy przy opóźnieniu dostaw o tydzień z wiodącej platformy zakupowej! Największa korporacja taksówkarska na świecie wprowadza możliwość obniżenia kosztów dzięki opcji „ridesharing”! POBIERZ OPIS ORGANIZATOR HONOROWY PATRONAT

Student Competition for Developing a Circular Transformation Strategy for a Selected Enterprise. Register yourself and join students shaping a circular future! Polish STUDENT COMPETITION The Circular Shift: Business Reinvented Student Competition for Developing a Circular Transformation Strategy for a Selected International Corporation Applications are open until April 15, 2026. Don’t wait — register yourself or your team and join students shaping a circular future! REGISTRATION General Information about the Competition Organizing entity: Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development Duration of the task: February 11, 2026 - October 26, 2026 Competition Finale: October 26, 2026 Venue: tbc Target group: Undergraduate, graduate and PhD students currently studying at the university in Poland. Please send the PDF file to: z.koch@innowo.org COMPETITION TASK COMPETITION TIMELINE: Stage 1: REGISTRATION Dates: February 11 - April 15, 2026 Interdisciplinary teams or individual students register their interest in participating in "The Circular Shift: Business Reinvented" competition. Individual students will be connected to form teams. Stage 2: EDUCATION Dates: April 2026 Teams will have the opportunity to participate in an online lecture on the concept of the circular economy, circular business models, and practical examples of circular transformation. The session will also provide an opportunity to ask organizational questions. Stage 3. COMPETITION TASK - PREPARATION OF COMPETITION PRESENTATION Dates: July 13, 2026 Teams participating in the competition have until July 13, 2026, to submit their presentation, in accordance with the requirements outlined below. The presentation should include a proposal for an innovative change in a product, service, value chain, or business model that could significantly impact the closing of economic loops in the operations of a selected international corporation. The presentation must be prepared in English. Stage 4. SELECTION OF FINALIST TEAMS Date: September 7, 2026 The jury will select six teams to be invited to the competition final. At this stage, only minor modifications to the competition presentation are allowed, including clarification of the presented idea and visual changes. Stage 5: COMPETITION FINAL Date: October 26, 2026 The final and a hybrid conference for students will be held on October 26, 2026, with invited international guests, including representatives from embassies, the European Commission, and the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform, as part of Circular Week. The six previously selected finalist teams will participate. The final will begin with introductory lectures by circular economy experts. Each team will then present their project to the jury and audience. The jury will select the top three teams, including the grand prize winner. Ten teams who will win in the Jury's selection will be invited to the Finale. The Finale will begin with introductory lectures by Circular Economy experts. Each team will then present their contest task to the Jury and the audience. The Jury, composed of representatives from collaborating universities, will select the finalists. AWARDS Finalists will receive cash prizes in the amount of: First Place: 5000 PLN Second Place: 3000 PLN Third Place: 2000 PLN The final project will also have the opportunity to be presented on the main stage during the most important conference of Circular Week 2026 – the European Sustainability Congress, which will take place the following day (29.10.2026). COMPETITION TASK The Circular Shift: Business Reinvented OBJECTIVE OF THE COMPETITION TASK: Develop a Circular Transformation Strategy for a Selected Corporation As part of the competition, participants are required to develop a proposal for an innovative change in a product, service, value chain, business model, etc., that could significantly impact the closing of economic loops in the operations of a selected international corporation. PROBLEM DESCRIPTION: Although steps have been taken for many years to move away from the wasteful "take – make – dispose" model, these changes are occurring far too slowly to meet the challenges facing our planet. One of the main obstacles to more responsible consumption and production is the reluctance of multinational corporations to change their business practices. As a result, they help maintain the current status quo among millions of consumers worldwide. An alternative to the current business model is the circular economy. This approach aims to maximize economic value and retain the value of goods within the limits set by our planet’s resources. The circular economy closes economic loops throughout the entire product lifecycle. Products can be reused, repaired, repurposed, manufactured from recycled materials, and produced using renewable energy, among other possibilities. All these options aim to increase resource productivity, benefiting not only the environment and society but also the competitiveness of businesses. More efficient resource use by the world’s largest corporations can transform entire industries. Implementing a so-called circular transformation—closing economic loops within a company’s operations and its broader business ecosystem—can have far-reaching effects. The scale of action by major market players can significantly expand the market for circular products and services, encouraging others to follow suit and ultimately leading to a closed-loop model across the entire economy. Such initiatives start with simple ideas supported by thorough analysis. This is the essence of the student competition to which you are invited. We ask you to describe an innovative change in a product, service, value chain, business model, etc., that could significantly contribute to closing economic loops in the operations of a selected multinational corporation (without naming it) or an imaginary corporation based on existing global entities. This change should promote more sustainable resource management within the chosen company and potentially its stakeholders. We are looking for innovations that will increase resource productivity, enhance the company’s competitiveness, and simultaneously reduce negative externalities. TASK FORMAT: The main task is to prepare a presentation of the solution according to the following outline. The subchapters are to guide the suggested content and may be used at the team's discretion. 1. Introduction 1.1. Company’s Description 1.2. General Context 1.3. Analysis of the Current Market Situation 2. Our Approach 2.1. Description of the Proposed Innovation 2.2. Differences Compared to the Company’s Current Operations 3. Results 3.1. Economic Effects 3.2. Environmental Effects 3.3. Social Effects 4. Options for Implementation 4.1. Proposed Method or Implementation Plan 4.2. Resource Flow Diagram 4.3. Financial Flow Diagram 4.4. Marketing plan 5. Barriers and Opportunities 5.1. Identification of Bottlenecks 5.2. Technologies Facilitating Implementation 5.3. Potential Legislative Challenges 6. Summary and Next Steps The presentation should not exceed 25 slides. The expected presentation time is 15 minutes. Please send the PDF file to: z.koch@innowo.org by July 13, 2026. Evaluation Criteria and Jury Composition Submissions will be evaluated based on the following criteria: 1. Implementability – Feasibility of implementing the solution (25 points) 2. Comprehensiveness – The description should consider the characteristics of companies in selected industries, real operating conditions, and proven technologies (25 points) 3. Innovation – Proposed solutions should not directly replicate existing symbiotic applications but may significantly develop them (20 points) 4. Effectiveness – The solution should deliver results that can convincingly encourage companies to implement them (30 points) The selection of the finalist teams, that is, the top 6 teams, will be based on the scores given by the jury members in the above four categories. The jury, consisting of a representative from the INNOWO Institute and representatives of the co-organizing universities, will independently evaluate each competition presentation. After the scores are totaled, the finalist teams will be selected. The final presentations will be evaluated according to similar principles. However, the teams will be assessed by an expanded jury, which, in addition to the President of the INNOWO Institute and representatives of the co-organizing universities, will include representatives of embassies, the European Commission, the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform, and other circular economy experts. COMPETITION TASK ORGANIZER HONORARY PATRONAGE

CIRCULAR WEEK 2018 Circular Week 2018 was the first edition of event in Poland which was focused on circular economy. Through a series of events that took place throughout the country, this event encouraged sustainable production and consumption - the basic assumptions of the circular economy. Circular Week aims to make consumers aware that we can live and develop using resources effectively and generating as little waste as possible. Together, through our everyday decisions, we can contribute to the improvement of our environment, quality of life and sustainable socio-economic growth. For this purpose, it is also necessary to involve producers. Circular Week shows circular economy’s vast business possibilities, allows for establishing cooperation between various groups of stakeholders, as well as provides a platform for presenting production solutions and goods that are economically and socially responsible. DOWNLOAD PDF [ENG]

Student Competition for Developing a Circular Transformation Strategy for a Selected Enterprise. Register yourself and join students shaping a circular future! Polish STUDENT COMPETITION Circular transformation of the economy Developing an industrial symbiosis strategy. REGISTRATION General Information about the Competition Organizing entity: Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development Duration of the task: June 1, 2024 - October 22, 2024 Competition Finale: October 22, 2024 Target group: Undergraduate, graduate and PhD students currently studying at the university in any country. COMPETITION TASK TERMS & CONDITIONS REGISTRATION COMPETITION PROGRESS: Stage 1: REGISTRATION Dates: June 1 - August 19, 2024 Interdisciplinary teams or individual participants register to take part in the competition. Stage 2: TEAM FORMATION Dates: August 20 - August 31, 2024 Individually registered participants will be grouped into interdisciplinary intercollegiate teams. Stage 3: EDUCATION Dates: September 1 - September 15, 2024 Teams will receive access to an online lecture by a leading Circular Economy manager discussing the latest practical and scientific challenges, and to an online workshop on circular business models and industrial symbiosis with practical examples. Stage 4: CONTEST TASK Dates: September 1 - October 11, 2024 During this stage, project teams will complete the competition task, which involves developing and describing a strategy for circular industrial symbiosis presented in the first stage of the contest. The strategy must include a current market analysis, identification of bottlenecks, opportunities, and possibilities in selected economic sectors, proposing the implementation of industrial symbiosis, addressing legislative challenges, creating an implementation plan, and planning marketing activities. The task should be presented as a presentation, which the entire project team will present to the Jury during the Finale. Stage 5: COMPETITION FINALE Date: October 22, 2024 The competition finale and a student conference will be held on October 22, with invited international guests participating in Circular Week, including representatives from the European Commission and Holland Circular Hotspot. Ten teams who will win in the Jury's selection will be invited to the Finale. The Finale will begin with introductory lectures by Circular Economy experts. Each team will then present their contest task to the Jury and the audience. The Jury, composed of representatives from collaborating universities, will select the finalists. AWARDS Finalists will receive cash prizes in the amount of: First Prize: 5000 PLN Second Place: 3000 PLN Third Place: 2000 PLN The final project will also have the opportunity to be presented on the main stage during the key conference of Circular Week 2024 - the European Sustainability Congress, which will take place the next day (October 23, 2024). The event will be broadcast online and can be watched in real time at any of the collaborating universities in one of the designated rooms/auditoriums. COMPETITION TASK OBJECTIVE OF THE COMPETITION TASK: Presentation of an industrial symbiosis strategy for selected industries in Poland with justification. DESCRIPTION OF THE TOPIC: T he industrial sector worldwide is undergoing significant changes. Companies are adopting more efficient technologies, seeking low- impact raw materials, and adapting to markets and regulations that increasingly value sustainability efforts. These transformations are occurring in the context of global challenges such as the triple planetary crisis encompassing climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental pollution. Despite these efforts, progress towards a more sustainable future is still insufficient, happening too slowly and on too small a scale. One possible solution is to demonstrate the benefits of collaboration for efficient resource use. Industrial symbiosis, as an approach to commercial activities involving the use, recovery, and redirection of resources for reuse, can be a significant solution. Keeping resources in productive economic use for longer creates business opportunities, reduces the demand for natural resources, and supports the circular economy. These actions start with simple but well-analyzed ideas. This is the purpose of our student competition, to which we warmly invite you. In the first stage, we ask you to prepare a description of an innovative industrial symbiosis between two or more companies that could be implemented in Poland. TASK FORMAT: The main task is to develop a presentation of the solution. Outline suggestion: Introduction Problem Description General Context Analysis of the Current Market Situation Our Approach Entities Involved in the Symbiosis Mode of Cooperation within the Symbiosis Results Economic Effects Environmental Effects Social Effects Implementation Possibilities Proposal for Implementation Method or Plan Resource Flow Diagram Financial Flow Diagram Marketing Plan Barriers and Opportunities Identification of Bottlenecks in Implementation Technologies Favoring Implementation Potential Legislative Challenges Summary and Next Possible Steps COMPETITION TASK ORGANIZER PARTNERS

CIRCULAR WEEK 2 023 During the sixth edition of Circular Week, a wide range of events took place a cross Europe, including workshops, webinars, mee tings, expert panels, and matchmaking sessions, totaling nearly 40 different events across Europe. These events focused on various aspects of the circular economy, such as packaging, chemicals, plastic, bioeconomy, circular cities, deposit return system and textiles. SUMMARY For five days, from October 23 to 27, representatives from the European Union, local authorities, entrepreneurs, as well as scientists and managers engaged in the circular economy discussed urgent issues facing our planet, circular models, and the goals we must set to protect Earth's resources. Circular Week 2023 began on Monday, October 23, with presentations and discussions about sustainable packaging. The event at the British Embassy was attended by notable figures, including Anna Clunes, Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Poland, Reinier Schlatmann, CEO of DS. Smith, Jerome Acosta, Project Manager from Albea Group, Jakub Tyczkowski, CEO of Rekopol, Maria Andrzejewska, Director-General of UNEP/GRID, Anna Sapota from Tomra, and Anna Kozera-Szałkowska, Managing Director of Plastics Europe Poland. On Tuesday (October 24) , beautiful Warsaw's Targowa Creative Centre hosted presentations and discussions about the bioeconomy and food – huge areas to explore within the CE model. Simone Maccaferri, CBE JU, Tomasz Calikowski, Policy Specialist in the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission, and Małgorzata Bojańczyk, Director of the Polish Association of Sustainable Agriculture "ASAP" – our event partner and an expert in the area of the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union and the European Green Deal – discussed the agri-food market and sustainable agriculture. In the field of circular models in the kitchen, Filip Lundin from Sweden, an outstanding chef and entrepreneur, demonstrated his skills live. Wednesday (October 25) was marked by the international Mazovia Circular Congress, which gathered many esteemed guests in the iconic Iluzjon Cinema – Museum of Film Art. The interest in the topic of circular models exceeded our expectations. Exceptional presentations and discussions were thanks to numerous speakers, including Ladeja Godina Košir, founder and CEO of Circular Change, co-chair of the European Stakeholder Platform, Antony Buchan, Head of Local Authority Support Area at ReLondon, Pavel Zedníček, Director-General of the Institute for Circular Economy (INCIEN), Hugo Delahaye, European Projects Manager in the Department of Circular Economy for the City of Roubaix, Ioannis Bakas, Circular Economy Monitoring Expert at the European Environment Agency, Agata Czachórska, Head of Sustainable Development at IKEA Group, Ewelina Szczech Pietkiewicz, Assistant Professor at SGH Warsaw School of Economics, Maciej Bukowski, International Analyst in the 3W Department at the Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK), Leszek Drogosz from the City of Warsaw, and Janez Potocnik, Co-Chair of the International Resource Panel, Partner at SYSTEMIQ, and former European Commissioner for the Environment. Thursday (October 26) Discussions about the deposit-return system and circular solutions in cities took place on Thursday (October 26) at the Warsaw City Hall – Wedding Palace. The topics were introduced by experts, including Robert Chciuk, Director of the Waste Management Department, Ministry of Climate, Robert Jansen from DPG DEUTSCHE PFANDSYSTEM GMBH in Germany, Marian Ac, a representative of the DRS operator in Slovakia, Renata Juszkiewicz from the Polish Trade and Distribution Organization TBC, Anna Sapota from Tomra, Martin Basila, the CEO and Co-Founder of Sensoneo, and Andrzej Łazęcki, Director of the Municipal Economy Department of the City of Krakow. Friday's events (October 27) were all about experts gathering at the stunning Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and sharing knowledge on textiles – is there a chance to close the loop in this area as well? In the afternoon, a happening was held at the Złote Tarasy Shopping Centre, where everyone could see what can be created from used clothing, how to repair and transform them, and how this can be combined with helping others. Figures like Agnieszka Oleksyn-Wajda, a legal advisor, Director of the Institute of Sustainable Development and Environment, and co-creator and Head of the Business and Law Academy in the Fashion Sector and postgraduate studies in environmental and climate law at Lazarski University, Maria Clara Jimenez of Makers Unite, Cathrine Barth from Nordic Circular Hotspot, Michael Kuhndt, Founder and Executive Director of the CSCP, Zuzanna Krzątała, Sustainability Manager at Vogue Poland, Antony Buchan, Head of Programme: LA Support at ReLondon, Maciek Łukasik from ING Bank, Zofia Piwowarek - Santander, Bertus Servaas - Vive Textile Recycling and dr Małgorzata Koszewska PhD - Politechnika Łódzka. Prominent guests and esteemed experts also participated, including Tomasz Calikowski, Policy Specialist in the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission, Ladeja Godina Košir, founder and CEO of Circular Change, co-chair of the European Stakeholder Platform, Pavel Zedníček, Director-General of the Institute for Circular Economy (INCIEN), Ioannis Bakas, Circular Economy Monitoring Expert at the European Environment Agency and Janez Potocnik, Co-Chair of the International Resource Panel, Partner at SYSTEMIQ, and former European Commissioner for the Environment. The conference was organized by INNOWO - Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development and the Polish Circular Hotspot in collaboration with the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform.

CIRCULAR WEEK 2019 The Circular Week’s goal is to promote the idea of a circular economy, support sustainable business models and establish cooperation between interested stakeholders. Circular Week 2019 was the second occurrence of the event in Poland and the first edition held on an international scale. Download PDF [PL] CIRCULAR WEEK 2019 The main objective of Circular Week wa s to engage as many individuals, companies, and institutions as possible in promoting and implementing the concept of a circular economy. All initiatives took place simultaneously across Europe, with each day of the week dedicated to a different theme, including construction, industry, energy, packaging, plastics, food, textiles, e-waste and circular cities. Mazovia Circular Congress The highlight of the event was the Mazovia Circular Congress, held on October 11, which was co-organized by the Institute of Innovation and Responsible Development and the Mazovian Voivodeship Government. The congress brought together Polish and international experts and practitioners in the field of circular economy. The aim of the event was to showcase the vast opportunities presented by the circular economy. Above all, the focus was on addressing the challenges posed by the global economy, including new technologies, consumerism, climate and social change, and rapid urban development. These challenges necessitate transformative shifts in traditional business models. Major international sustainability experts representing various industries discussed pressing issues of the modern closed-loop economy. During the event, table sessions and workshops on Circular Cities, Food Waste and Polish circular start-ups were of great interest, during which participants could learn about specific solutions from companies offering circular technologies or services. The last point during Mazovia Circular Congress was a workshop where participants could learn how to create business based on circular design .

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CIRCULAR WEEK 2022 During the fifth edition of Circular Week, a wide range of events took place across Europe, including workshops, debates, meetings, expert panels, and matchmaking sessions, totaling nearly 40 different events. These events focused on various aspects of the circular economy, such as harnessing the potential of geothermal energy, sustainable packaging d esign, sustainable plastics production, optimizing urban waste policies, supporting the development of green buildings, and discussing the role of women in creating a circular economy. These were just a few of the many topics discussed throughout the week. SUMMARY [PL] - download Mazovia Circular Congress 2022 The Mazovia Circular Congress Conference served as the culmination of a week-long series of events, highlighting the importance of building a circular economy and bringing together key stakeholders to drive sustainable change. During the conference there was a inauguration of the Circularity GAP Report Poland, which identifies challenges, gaps in circulation, opportunities and possibilities for the economy and directions for international cooperation. The report was presented in an international context in comparison with other European countries. This comprehensive study was a collaborative effort between experts from Poland's Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development, Innowo, the Norwegian strategic agency Natural State, and the Dutch non-profit organization Circle Economy. Supported by the EEA and Norway Grants program, this study provides the first-ever estimation of the circularity level of Polish economy. The conference featured lectures and discussions attended by representatives from public administration, local government, start-ups, and the media, including sustainability and CSR managers. Prominent guests and esteemed experts also participated, including Virginijus Sinkevičius, European Union Commissioner for the Environment, Adam Struzik, Marshal of the Mazowieckie Voivodeship, and Andrea Liverani, Chief Sustainability Officer at the World Bank's Environment Department. The conference was organized by INNOWO - Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development and the Polish Circular Hotspot in collaboration with the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform and took place in the Dom Towarowy Braci Jabłkowskich. Circular Business Roundtable 2022 SUMMARY

Don't miss the chance to elevate your brand's visibility and network with industry leaders. Become our partner and showcase your commitment to the circular economy. CIRCULAR WEEK PARTNERSHIP Don't miss the chance to elevate your brand's visibility and network with industry leaders. Become our partner and seize the opportunity to showcase your commitment to the circular economy and sustainable development. As a partner, your company will receive a range of benefits and valuable exposure throughout the event. Join us as a Partner! For more information and to secure your strategic partnership, contact us at form below. BUSINESS OFFER Read more about business offer and become a Partner of Circular Week 2026 STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP GENERAL PARTNERSHIP BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP Kotwica 1 FOR PARTNERS First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting! general strategic BUSINESS OFFER 1. STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The offer includes: Participation as a panelist in the event, Delivering a keynote speech at the prestigious European Sustainability Congress 2026, Invitation to closed breakfast and exclusive business meetings for a company representative, Listing as a session sponsor at the European Sustainability Congress 2026, Featured company representative quotes in press releases, Prominent presence in the event's summary video, Company logo showcased in all promotional materials and on the event website, Partner's exposure at the virtual trade fair. 2. GENERAL PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The offer includes: Honorary patronage of Circular Week 2026 , Participation the company's expert in engaging discussion panels at the European Sustainability Congress 2026, Representation of your company's representative as a speaker in thematic industry events, such as: bioeconomy, food, packaging, construction, and more, Prominent display of company's logo in all promotional materials and on the official website , Company logo showcased in all promotional materials and on the event website, An opportunity to showcase company's profile on the Polish Circular Hotspot website. 3. BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITY: The offer includes: Participation the company's expert in engaging discussion panels at the European Sustainability Congress 2026, Company logo showcased in all promotional materials and on the event website, The opportunity to organize the event, during Circular Week, with graphic and technical support from INNOWO, Opportunity to present the company on the Polish Circular Hotspot website, An opportunity to showcase company's profile on the Polish Circular Hotspot website. For more information: a.sznyk@innowo.org Join us as a Partner and make a meaningful impact on the circular economy movement! business Contact us for more information

CIRCULAR WEEK 2 024 During the seventh edition of Circular Week, a wide range of events took place a cross Europe, including workshops, webinars, mee tings, expert panels, and matchmaking sessions, totaling nearly 40 different events across Europe. These events focused on various aspects of the circular economy, such as decarbonization of transport , industrial symbiosis, c ircular construction and s ustainable FMCG: extended producer responsibility . For five days, from October 21 to 27, representatives from the European Union, local authorities, entrepreneurs, as well as scientists and managers engaged in the circular economy discussed urgent issues facing our planet, circular models, and the goals we must set to protect Earth's resources. "Road Transport Decarbonisation Day" Circular Week 2023 began on Monday, October 21 The main theme of the first day of Circular Week 2024 was the decarbonization of transport during the "Road Transport Decarbonisation Day". The event was opened by Ambassador Anna Clunes from the British Embassy in Warsaw and Secretary of State Krzysztof Bolesta from the Ministry of Climate and Environment, emphasizing the need for immediate changes and the transformation of transport systems both in Poland and the United Kingdom. A key challenge for the industry is that current technologies are not yet advanced enough to meet the ambitious climate goals of the European Union. One of the main issues is the limited range and performance of electric vehicles (EVs) compared to diesel-powered vehicles. Additionally, as noted by the speakers, underdeveloped infrastructure poses a significant barrier to the development of low-emission transport. Experts at the event highlighted the role of education, the need to raise awareness around the transformation, and the necessity of cooperation among all market stakeholders. The discussions underscored that despite progress, significant obstacles still stand in the way of fully decarbonizing road transport. Changes are happening before our eyes, but as Tomasz Gasinski, PhD, from Deloitte, pointed out, true transformation requires time, effort, and commitment! More about event "Industrial Symbiosis for Circular Economy" Tuesday (October 22) Second Day of Circular Week was dedicated to circular business transformation strategies & industrial symbiosis. On the second day of Circular Week, the final of the student competition dedicated to industrial symbiosis and business transformation toward a circular economy took place at the SGH Warsaw School of Economics. Five student groups competed in the final, representing both Polish and foreign universities: Silesian University of Technology, Cracow University of Economics, Poznań University of Economics, as well as the University of Oxford and İzmir Kâtip Çelebi Üniversitesi Turizm Fakültesi. Each group conducted a comprehensive and up-to-date market analysis, identifying barriers, opportunities, and potential in selected economic sectors, and presented detailed and feasible plans for implementing industrial symbiosis. The students' projects were evaluated by a jury composed of esteemed experts in their fields, ensuring high-quality substantive assessment: ➡ Huub von Frijtag Drabbe, Netherlands, Head of the Economic Department, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Warsaw ➡ Bjørn Erik Brustad, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Norway in Warsaw ➡ Prof. Ewelina Szczech-Pietkiewicz, SGH, Department of European Union, Institute of International Economic Policy, Collegium of World Economy, Warsaw School of Economics ➡ Agnieszka Sznyk, PhD, CEO, Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development, European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform ➡ Dr. Marzena Cypryańska-Nezlek, Climate Action and Social Transformation Center (4CAST), SWPS University, Institute of Psychology ➡ Thomas M. Rau, Entrepreneur, Architect, Innovator, Inspirer, and Visionary ➡ Almudena Muñoz, International Projects, Technology Centre for Furniture and Wood of the Region of Murcia (CETEM - Centro de Tecnologia Mineral) ➡ Hubert Bukowski, Scientific Director, Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development ➡ Anna Kozera-Szałkowska, Managing Director, Plastics Europe Polska ➡ Stephan Roest, Head of Strategic Circular Economy Platforms at Borealis Grand Prize: "IZMIR Symbiotic Park" The first place in the competition was awarded to a group of students from the University of Oxford and İzmir Katip Çelebi University, who presented a project of industrial symbiosis in Izmir. The project aimed to integrate industries generating the most waste, such as the alcohol, automotive, feed, dairy, cosmetics, biogas, and agriculture sectors, facilitating their exchange and reuse as raw materials for other industries. The event was co-organized by the Warsaw School of Economics, Lazarski University in Warsaw, Silesian University of Technology, and Lodz University of Technology. More about event The European Sustainability Congress 2024 Wednesday (October 23) The European Sustainability Congress is one of the largest international events dedicated to the circular economy. Its goal is to promote circular economy concepts, support sustainable business models, and foster cooperation among interested stakeholders. The Congress served as the focal point of Circular Week 2024 and took place on the 23rd of October 2024. The event brought together small and large companies, start-ups, investors, representatives of public administration, local governments, enterprises, sustainability managers, CSR professionals, and the media. The Congress featured lectures and discussion panels led by international experts from various fields, including macroeconomics, bioeconomy, urban infrastructure, waste management, and plastics. There was also a networking area with expo booths, where circular projects and start-ups had the opportunity to promote themselves. It was an excellent platform for international networking, promoting initiatives globally, and exchanging ideas during dedicated networking sessions. More about event Circular Construction Day Thursday (October 24) The 4th day of Circular Week was dedicated to the "Circular Construction Day". The event was organized at the German Embassy in Warsaw . The program featured panel discussions on strategies to accelerate the circular transformation of the construction sector, the selection and safe use of secondary materials, and best practices. Representatives from local administration, academia, entrepreneurs, and architects took part in the discussions. More about event Sustainable FMCG: Towards Extended Produce Responsibility Friday's event (October 25) Circular Week 2024 wrapped up with the "Sustainable FMCG: Towards Extended Producer Responsibility" conference, organized at the Embassy of the Netherlands in Poland. The event marked the conclusion of the week with a focus on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and its critical role in sustainable practices. The event began with a warm welcome from Jennes de Mol, the Ambassador of the Netherlands in Poland, and Huub von Frijtag Drabbe, Head of the Economic Department. The first presentation was delivered by Anna Sapota from TOMRA, who provided a comprehensive overview of EPR from a European perspective. Next, Femke Den Hartog highlighted EPR as a game-changer in the transition from a linear to a circular textile chain. Finally, Katarzyna Stasiuk from the Institute of Applied Psychology, Jagiellonian University in Kraków, shared her research on consumer attitudes toward refurbished and upcycled products. The conference sparked lively discussions about EPR in the production, retail, and post-sale stages, covering key topics such as eco-design, digital product passports, and waste collection. During the panel, experts tackled some thought-provoking questions: ➡ Who holds responsibility within the system? ➡ Should consumer education focus on punishment or fun? How can we effectively engage consumers? ➡ What factors have the greatest impact on consumer decisions? Our speakers reached a clear conclusion: collaboration among market stakeholders, supported by regulation and infrastructure, is essential for building successful circular systems. The quote of the day? “Let’s dance into circularity!” - Wouter Winters coined the perfect motto for our sustainability journey. It was a fitting end to a packed Circular Week and a vibrant Friday night! More about event The conference was organized by INNOWO - Institute for Innovation and Responsible Development and the Polish Circular Hotspot in collaboration with the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform.

CIRCULAR WEEK 2021 During the Circular Week 2021, was held a series of events engaging various stakeholders in activities related to the circular economy. For the fourth time in Poland and the third time internationally, there were hosted a series of events promoting environmentally friendly solutions among businesses and communities, covering different sectors. The fourth edition of Circular Week took place under the theme "Together for a Sustainable Future." The event brought together experts from Europe and beyond, who participated in expert panel discussions, webinars, workshops, and networking sessions directed to business representatives, startups, think tanks, and public administration. The event featured nearly 50 international events organized in collaboration with stakeholders from European countries such as Bulgaria, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Germany, Sweden, Italy, France, Norway, Serbia and guests from outside Europe, including Canada and Israel - different time zones proved to be no barrier, highlighting the international appeal of the circular economy concept. DOWNLOAD PDF [PL] Topics were discussed during the the Circular Week 2021 included: solutions to the challenges facing the modern economy, such as extended producer responsibility, sustainable food management, the development of the bioeconomy, sustainable production in the fashion industry, and changes in the plastics market. Numerous events were also organized for consumers, demonstrating practical ways to incorporate sustainable development principles into everyday life. Examples include workshops for children organized by the Warsaw Municipal Cleaning Company on waste segregation, a webinar titled "Everything You Want to Know About the Circular Economy for Beginners and Seekers of Circular Solutions" hosted by the Circular Economy Club Warsaw, and an online meeting with a representative from North.pl on how to care for household appliances to maximize their lifespan. Mazovia Circular Congress 2021 Circular Week 2021 concluded with the Mazovia Circular Congress, an international conference dedicated to the circular economy topics. Experts from Poland and Europe shared their perspectives and knowledge on topics such as the circular transformation of cities, the bioeconomy, and extended producer responsibility. We sought answers to questions such as: - What will the raw materials of the future look like – highly durable yet environmentally friendly? - How can the forestry sector contribute to the development of the circular economy? - What financial incentives are governments implementing in various countries to help businesses transition to more circular and sustainable models? Special guests at the congress included Helena Braun, Member of the Cabinet of Frans Timmermans, Vice-President of the European Commission; Jaqueline Cramer, a Dutch biologist, professor, and politician who served as Minister for Housing, Spatial Planning, and the Environment from 2007 to 2010; and François Gaudet, Head of Thematic Impact Finance Operations at the European Investment Bank (EIB). In addition to debates and panels, the congress also featured virtual trade shows where sustainable companies could showcase their portfolios, presentations, and workshops.

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CIRCULAR CITIES - Roundtable for local administration representatives with real case study presentation Cities play a significant role in the circular transformation, but it's a major challenge. During the "Round Table for Cities" event that took place on October 23, 2023, at the Wedding Palace on Zamkowy Square 6 in Warsaw, representatives of public administration, including officials from regional offices, mayors of voivodship cities, and departments of infrastructure, climate, and energy, discussed the concept of circularity, the implementation of urban plans, and the effects of transformations. We had the pleasure of hearing from experts from Krakow, Warsaw, Rzeszow, Lodz, and Wroclaw, and sharing best practices applied in each of the cities. The event was co-organized with the French Embassy, which also provided substantial expertise in the field of circular economy in cities, as shared by French experts. AGENDA Co-organization with the French Embassy 13.30 pm – 13.40 pm | Welcome speech: Dorota Zawadzka-Stępniak - Director of Air Protection and Climate Policy Department in the City of Warsaw Agnieszka Sznyk - President of the Board, INNOWO Noémie Piaskowski - Counsellor for Sustainable Development for Visegrad group and Baltic states, Ambasada Francji 13.40 pm – 14.30 pm | Introductory speeches/presentation: Malen Otero - ICLEI Hugo Delahaye - Roubaix City, Circular Economy Team Agata Dudek - Képos Bart Volkers - Circulairfriesland.frl Reinhold Rünker - Permanent Deputy of Department Economic Policy, Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, climate action and Energy North-Rhine-Westphalia Maria Andrzejewska – EcoMiasto Project Dominika Mickiewicz - City Support Project Manager: NetZeroCities presentation 14.30 – 16.00 | Cities - best practices exchange - moderated discussion in the expert roundtable formula: Moderation: Agnieszka Sznyk - President of the Board, INNOWO, Ewelina Szczech-Pietkiewicz - SGH Warsaw School of Economics Guests: 1. Antony Buchan - ReLondon 2. Michael Kuhndt - Founder and Executive Director of the CSCP 3. Cathrine Barth - Natural State 4. Martin Hagen - Natural State 5. Michał Gelata - Municipal Services and Climate Department, Krakow 6. Tomasz Turczynowicz - SmartFactor 7. Katarzyna Kazimierczuk - International Development Norway AS 8. Andrzej Łazęcki – Director of the Department of Municipal Economy and Climate at the City of Krakow Office 9. Marta Bugaj – Head of the Economic Department of the Infrastructure Division, Capital City of Warsaw Office 10. Leszek Drogosz – Deputy Director of the Infrastructure Office, Capital City of Warsaw 11. Paulina Blaszczyk - Frost & Sullivan 12. Janusz Pastwiński - Department of Municipal Economy at the City of Łódź Office 13. Mariusz Rukat – representative of the Marshal’s Office of the Mazovian Voivodeship in Warsaw, authorized by the Marshal for investment and economic affairs 14. Robert Homicki – Attorney of the Mayor of Rzeszow 15. Małgorzata Michalska - Urban Lab Rzeszów 16. Aleksandra Hanzel – Deputy Director of the Marshal’s Office of the Mazovian Voivodeship 17. Martin Basila - the CEO and Co-Founder of Sensoneo 18. Urszula Pawlak - Dyrektor Urzędu Marszałkowskiego Woj. Mazowieckiego w Warszawie 19. Elżbieta Anuszewska - Urząd Marszałkowski Województwa Mazowieckiego 20. Justyna Kuś - Urząd Marszałkowski Województwa Mazowieckiego

Circular Week 2023 has come to a close and what an extraordinary week it was! For five days, from October 23 to 27, representatives from the European Union, local authorities, entrepreneurs, as well as scientists and managers engaged in the circular economy (CE) discussed urgent issues facing our planet, circular models, and the goals we must set to protect Earth's resources. Circular Week is a prestigious international series of events dedicated to sustainable development and the circular economy, which has been gaining popularity every year and is highly regarded among organizations focused on CE models. This is especially important in today's world for us and our planet. The transition to a circular economy is a natural and necessary path if we want our children and grandchildren to live normally. The idea of the circular economy, which has been promoted for the past six years through the Circular Week events, strongly addresses the issues of a world that is depleting the planet's resources without considering the consequences of such actions. It's a model in which resources and products are kept in the economic cycle for as long as possible, while maintaining their highest value. We all need to understand the benefits of closing the loop and how sustainable consumption and production positively impact the environment, biodiversity, and climate change. Circular Week also promotes effective, innovative, and green solutions and efficient systemic changes. Education, awareness, changes in consumer behavior and business models, and our collective responsible attitude are the keys to saving the planet and securing a better future for future generations. Circular Week 2023 began on Monday, October 23, with presentations and discussions about sustainable packaging. The event at the British Embassy was attended by notable figures, including Anna Clunes, Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Poland, Reinier Schlatmann, CEO of DS. Smith, Jerome Acosta, Project Manager from Albea Group, Jakub Tyczkowski, CEO of Rekopol, Maria Andrzejewska, Director-General of UNEP/GRID, Anna Sapota from Tomra, and Anna Kozera-Szałkowska, Managing Director of Plastics Europe Poland. On Tuesday (October 24), beautiful Warsaw's Targowa Creative Centre hosted presentations and discussions about the bioeconomy and food – huge areas to explore within the CE model. Simone Maccaferri, CBE JU, Tomasz Calikowski, Policy Specialist in the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation of the European Commission, and Małgorzata Bojańczyk, Director of the Polish Association of Sustainable Agriculture "ASAP" – our event partner and an expert in the area of the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union and the European Green Deal – discussed the agri-food market and sustainable agriculture. In the field of circular models in the kitchen, Filip Lundin from Sweden, an outstanding chef and entrepreneur, demonstrated his skills live. Wednesday (October 25) was marked by the international Mazovia Circular Congress, which gathered many esteemed guests in the iconic Iluzjon Cinema – Museum of Film Art. The interest in the topic of circular models exceeded our expectations. Exceptional presentations and discussions were thanks to numerous speakers, including Ladeja Godina Košir, founder and CEO of Circular Change, co-chair of the European Stakeholder Platform, Antony Buchan, Head of Local Authority Support Area at ReLondon, Pavel Zedníček, Director-General of the Institute for Circular Economy (INCIEN), Hugo Delahaye, European Projects Manager in the Department of Circular Economy for the City of Roubaix, Ioannis Bakas, Circular Economy Monitoring Expert at the European Environment Agency, Agata Czachórska, Head of Sustainable Development at IKEA Group, Ewelina Szczech Pietkiewicz, Assistant Professor at SGH Warsaw School of Economics, Maciej Bukowski, International Analyst in the 3W Department at the Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK), Leszek Drogosz from the City of Warsaw, and Janez Potocnik, Co-Chair of the International Resource Panel, Partner at SYSTEMIQ, and former European Commissioner for the Environment. Thursday (October 26) Discussions about the deposit-return system and circular solutions in cities took place on Thursday (October 26) at the Warsaw City Hall – Wedding Palace. The topics were introduced by experts, including Robert Chciuk, Director of the Waste Management Department, Ministry of Climate, Robert Jansen from DPG DEUTSCHE PFANDSYSTEM GMBH in Germany, Marian Ac, a representative of the DRS operator in Slovakia, Renata Juszkiewicz from the Polish Trade and Distribution Organization TBC, Anna Sapota from Tomra, Martin Basila, the CEO and Co-Founder of Sensoneo, and Andrzej Łazęcki, Director of the Municipal Economy Department of the City of Krakow. Friday's events (October 27) were all about experts gathering at the stunning Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and sharing knowledge on textiles – is there a chance to close the loop in this area as well? In the afternoon, a happening was held at the Złote Tarasy Shopping Centre, where everyone could see what can be created from used clothing, how to repair and transform them, and how this can be combined with helping others. Figures like Agnieszka Oleksyn-Wajda, a legal advisor, Director of the Institute of Sustainable Development and Environment, and co-creator and Head of the Business and Law Academy in the Fashion Sector and postgraduate studies in environmental and climate law at Lazarski University, Maria Clara Jimenez of Makers Unite, Cathrine Barth from Nordic Circular Hotspot, Michael Kuhndt, Founder and Executive Director of the CSCP, Zuzanna Krzątała, Sustainability Manager at Vogue Poland, Antony Buchan, Head of Programme: LA Support at ReLondon, Maciek Łukasik from ING Bank, Zofia Piwowarek - Santander, Bertus Servaas - Vive Textile Recycling and dr Małgorzata Koszewska PhD - Politechnika Łódzka. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the participants and speakers for your invaluable insights, a engaging and full of information presentations and fruitful discussions that we had the privilege to experience throughout the past week. Big thanks to our partners as well. Your presence, support, and engagement were crucial in making Circular Week happen. All of this were pivotal in making our events brim with inspiration and knowledge. Circular Week isn't just a forum for sharing thoughts and experiences - it's a significant stride towards a more sustainable future. We thank you for your passion, the time you dedicated, and the contributions you made. Your presence infused our events with energy and openness to new ideas. The insights we've gained during this week will, no doubt, serve as a wellspring of inspiration for change and further development of the circular economy in Poland and throughout Europe. We hope this marks just the beginning of the collective journey toward a more sustainable and responsible future. We look forward to seeing you at the next Circular Week!

On the road to sustainable packaging Circular Week 2023 Monday, 23rd of October 2023 How to unwrap the world, are there perfect packaging solutions, which material to choose for their production? Almost 180 kg - the weight of packaging waste generated on average by each European in one year. Without further action, in 7 years, the amount of packaging waste will increase by nearly 20 percent, and that of plastics by as much as 46 percent. The environment suffers, and so does humanity. Approximately 26 million tons - that's how much plastic waste is generated annually in European Union countries. Less than 30 percent of it is recycled, the rest is transported for processing to other countries, incinerated, or simply dumped into rivers, seas, forests... The European Commission continues to work on ways to reduce waste, including packaging waste, and products that are not suitable for recycling. This poses challenges for both producers and consumers of packaging. We all must act responsibly to prevent the Earth from diving in waste. In November 2022, the EC proposed new EU-wide regulations on packaging to curb this growing trend. It also specified the environmentally beneficial uses of plastics and how they should be designed, disposed of, and recycled. The goals are ambitious, including: A high and continuously growing share of recycled materials. A 15 percent reduction in packaging waste by 2040. A ban on certain types of packaging. A gradual reduction in the use of single-use bags. Regulated companies will be required to offer a certain percentage of products in reusable or refillable packaging. Is this the right direction? Among other things, these were discussed by experts during the first day of the Circular Week 2023, which was organized at the British Embassy. Video Source: Newseria AGENDA 12.00 – 12.10 | Welcome speech Anna Clunes, Ambassador of British Embassy, Agnieszka Sznyk, INNOWO, Robert Chciuk - Ministry of Climate. 12.10 – 13.20 | Keynote speeches - introduction to the topic: “Packaging Waste Regulation”, Wolfgang Trunk (PhD), Team Leader at European Commission, “Bio Plastics – How Are we Going to Achieve Commercial Scale”, Paul Davidson, Director of the Smart Sustainable, Plastics Packaging (SSPP) Programme, UKRI, “CBE JU as a catalyst for innovation in the biobased sector: the example of the textile project portfolio”, Simone Maccaferri, Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) European Commission, “Sectoral overview at national level”, Anna Kozera-Szałkowska, Managing Director, Plastics Europe Polska, “End of Plastic Pollution”, Maria Andrzejewska, Director General, UNEP GRID. 13.20 – 14.50 | Panel discussion including presentation of partners sustainable solutions "Redefining Packaging – what are sustainable solutions?” Moderation: Michael Dembinski, British Polish Chamber of Commerce Panelists: Reinier Schlatmann, CEO CEE at DS Smith, Jerome Acosta, NPD Project Manager at Albéa Group, Anna Kozera-Szałkowska, Managing Director at Plastics Europe Polska, Michał Mikołajczyk, Sales and Marketing Director at REKOPOL, Anna Sapota, Vice President Public Affairs Eastern Europe North at TOMRA, Michael Hoffmann, Sustainability and Communications at Huhtamaki Foodservice Poland, Leszek Kąsek, Senior Economist, ING Bank Śląski, Bureau of Macroeconomic Analysis. 14.50-15.00 Q&A

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CIRCULAR WEEK 2020 Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Circular Week 2020 was a highly successful event. It brought together 17 countries and featured a total of 54 different events, including meetings, debates, and accompanying activities. The Polish events attracted over 3,000 participants, and the culminating Mazovia Circular Congress, held at the end of Circular Week, saw the participation of 448 attendees. Circular Week 2020 received support from numerous embassies, highlighting the broad concept of the circular economy and the importance of collaboration and knowledge sharing. Each participating embassy, including the Netherlands, Finland, Austria, Switzerland, and Sweden, organized an educational event centered around their respective areas of interest. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was held entirely online, with panel discussions both in the studio and via internet connections. DOWNLOAD PDF [PL] Mazovia Circular Congress 2020 The international conference, Mazovia Circular Congress, took place on the final day of Circular Week, October 16, 2020. It is one of the largest and most prestigious conferences in Poland focused on the circular economy, targeting representatives from public administration, local government, businesses, sustainability and CSR managers, startups, and the media. The conference presented exemplary case studies from around the world, demonstrating how adopting circular economy principles can deliver both environmental and financial benefits. Throughout the event, fruitful discussions were held on the potential for similar projects in Poland. Various stakeholder panel discussions, involving entrepreneurs, NGOs, and representatives from governmental and local administration, explored how to leverage circular economy solutions. Circular Week 2020 successfully showcased the importance of collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the practical implementation of circular economy practices. The event provided a platform for participants to learn, engage, and contribute to the ongoing transition toward a more sustainable and circular future.