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The Bioenergy Cluster of Catalonia, the Waste Cluster of Catalonia and the Catalonia Efficient Energy Cluster present a pioneering guide to foster the social acceptance of ecological transition projects.

The Bioenergy Cluster of Catalonia (CBC), the Catalonia Efficient Energy Cluster (CEEC) and the Waste Cluster of Catalonia (CREC) have jointly developed the project Managing Social Licence and the Territorial Integration of Ecological Transition Projects in Catalonia, an initiative that culminated on 10 July with the presentation of the Guide to Managing Social Licence and the Territorial Integration of Ecological Transition Projects in Catalonia.

Social Licence: A Key Factor in Driving the Ecological Transition with the Support of Local Communities

As part of the project Managing Social Licence and the Territorial Integration of Ecological Transition Projects in Catalonia, we spoke with Carles Salesa from CADEVA, a company with extensive experience in the management of environmental infrastructure and waste-related services. Drawing on his extensive expertise, he shares a clear message: the trust of local communities is not built overnight—it is earned through dialogue, transparency and close engagement.

OFERTA LABORAL: Tècnic/a de gestió de projectes

Incorpora't al CREC! Continuem creixent i busquem un/a Tècnic/a de Gestió de Projectes per donar suport a la gestió administrativa i econòmica de projectes europeus i d'innovació. Si ets una persona organitzada, metòdica, amb ganes d'aprendre i de formar part d'un equip compromès amb la transformació cap a una economia més circular, ens encantarà conèixer-te. Envia el teu CV a info@crec.cat

SOM CREC: Today we introduce… PANECO

At Paneco Ambiente, we develop and commercialise environmentally friendly environmental biotechnology solutions designed to reduce the impact of human activity.

Veus Circulars | Eco-design as the Key to Improving the Recyclability of Lighting Fixtures

How can a lighting fixture be designed to be easier to recycle at the end of its service life? This is the central question explored in the third episode of Veus Circulars, the audiovisual series promoted by the Waste Cluster of Catalonia (CREC) to showcase real-world projects that demonstrate how collaboration between the different stakeholders across the value chain drives the transition towards a more circular economy.

Veus Circulars | Circular Construction Begins with Effective Waste Management

When does construction waste stop being waste and become a new resource? This is the central question explored in the second episode of Veus Circulars, the audiovisual series promoted by the Waste Cluster of Catalonia (CREC) to showcase real-life projects that advance the circular economy through collaboration between the different stakeholders across the value chain.

Veus Circulars | The Renewal of Barcelona’s Waste Containers: An Example of Circularity Driven by Collaboration

Can a city's need become an opportunity to drive the circular economy? This is the starting point of the first episode of Veus Circulars, the audiovisual series promoted by the Waste Cluster of Catalonia (CREC) to showcase real-life projects that demonstrate how collaboration between the different actors across the value chain is key to accelerating the transition towards a more circular model.

Veus Circulars: Real Conversations. Real Stories. Transforming Waste into Resources.

Big transformations are not driven by a single organisation. They emerge from the collaboration between companies, public administrations, organisations and professionals who share a common goal: advancing towards a more circular and sustainable model.

CREC’s Summer Networking 2026 Featured on Canal Taronja

Catalonia Waste Cluster (CREC) Summer Networking, held on 16 July at the Capellades Paper Mill Museum (Molí Paperer de Capellades), has received media coverage. Canal Taronja

The new edition of the CREC Summer Networking fosters collaboration to advance towards a more circular economy.

The Waste Cluster of Catalonia (CREC) has held a new edition of its Summer Networking event, which has become a key meeting point for bringing together companies, clusters and ecosystem stakeholders around innovation, circularity and new opportunities for collaboration.

Intercluster presentation of a tool to support organisations in social licence projects: CREC, CBC and CEEC join forces in a joint initiative

The CREC has held the final presentation event for the Intercluster project “Social Licence in Ecological Transition Projects”, an initiative developed jointly with the Bioenergy Cluster of Catalonia and the Catalonia Energy Efficiency Cluster, with the collaboration of ARC Mediació Ambiental.

Artificial intelligence and innovation take centre stage in CREC’s reflections at the 14th Strategic Immersion of Cluster Teams

On 9 July, CREC took part in the 14th Strategic Immersion for Cluster Teams (14a Immersió Estratègica d’Equips Clúster), an event organized by ACCIÓ that brought together cluster teams from across Catalonia to reflect on the past, present and future of clusters, as well as their role in an increasingly dynamic and fast-changing environment.

From waste to resource: CREC highlights the sector’s role in the circularity of the materials of the future

Manresa hosts a new session of the CREC Working Group on Efficient Collection Systems.

The day made it possible to analyze on site how the smart containers operate, share experiences among the group members, and make progress on the project analyzing high-efficiency waste collection systems promoted by CREC.

“We are CREC: Today we’re introducing… Safer-tech

The Cluster’s concept is excellent, both because of its working groups and the networking opportunities it provides. We had been looking for an active, rather than passive, association for quite some time. We want to connect with people who face challenges, are eager to collaborate, and have an open-minded approach to business relations

New alliance to boost talent and innovation: CREC and ESIC Barcelona join forces

The Catalonia Waste Cluster (CREC) has formalised a collaboration agreement with ESIC Business & Marketing School to establish a stable framework for cooperation in strategic areas including talent development, education and training, knowledge transfer, and business growth within the waste management sector.

CREC Strengthens Its Commitment to Circularity and Innovation at Equiplast 2026

CREC Drives Cross-Sector Collaboration at Equiplast to Transform Textile Waste into New Packaging Solutions

We are CREC: Today, we’d like to introduce… NasApp

Our decision to join CREC was driven by the opportunity to strengthen our connection with the waste management and circular economy sector, where odour management is especially complex and requires solutions adapted to the unique characteristics of each facility.

We’re CREC: Today we’re presenting… TIRGI

Our decision to join CREC is driven by the desire to be part of an environment where knowledge is shared and the sector is developed collectively.

Elisabet Alier takes center stage in RETEMA’s “In First Person” section, offering her perspective on the strategic role of the waste management sector in driving the circular economy.

Under the title "From Waste to Resource: The Waste Sector as a Pillar of the Circular Economy Value Chain", the article advocates for a shift in the traditional perception of waste and highlights the need to view it as a strategic resource for industry, economic resilience, and sustainability.

CREC Holds Its 3rd General Assembly and Innovation Day 2026 with Strong Attendance.

The Catalonia Waste Cluster obtains the European ESCA Bronze Excellence Label

This recognition certifies the quality and level of professionalization of the cluster’s management, as well as its commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in the services it provides to its members.

We are CREC: Today we introduce… Ekologica Medioambiental

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In “WE ARE CREC”, we introduce the latest member companies that have joined our community. Today, we’re pleased to introduce Ekologica Medioambiental.

WE ARE CREC: Today we introduce… PLASTICPeople

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In “WE ARE CREC”, we introduce the latest member companies that have recently joined this project. Today, we’re pleased to introduce PLASTICPeople.

WE ARE CREC: Today we introduce… Xarxa Ambiental

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In “WE ARE CREC”, we introduce the latest member companies that have recently joined this project. Today, we’re pleased to introduce Xarxa Ambiental.

WE ARE CREC: Today we introduce… Recumas

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In “WE ARE CREC”, we introduce the latest member companies that have joined this project; the people who help our community grow every day. Discover who they are, what they do, and how they contribute to making CREC a vibrant, creative, and collaborative space. Today, we introduce Recumas.

WE ARE CREC: Today we introduce… Greenmetal ECO

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In “WE ARE CREC”, we introduce the latest member companies that have joined this project; the people who help our community grow every day. Discover who they are, what they do, and how they contribute to making CREC a vibrant, creative, and collaborative space. Today, we introduce Greenmetal ECO.

Reflection and collective work at CREC on Social Licence and the Territorial Integration of Ecological Transition Projects in Catalonia

This project addresses one of the key challenges of the green transition: social opposition to bioenergy plants, waste treatment facilities, and renewable energy projects.

CREC Leads the Third SINTEC Project Workshop to Advance New Circular Economy Synergies

This exercise helped identify new industrial synergies and potential opportunities for the development of prototypes and pilot projects between companies from different sectors.

The Future of the Sector: Innovation, Collaboration and Action | Sustainable Lubricants Workshop

The transition of the lubricants sector is not just a trend—it is a necessity. During the workshop, the key regulatory changes that will shape the coming years and directly impact companies across the sector were discussed.

The SINTEC project promotes intersectoral collaboration to advance towards a circular economy in textile materials and packaging

The collaborative project is promoted by the Waste Cluster, the MAV Cluster, Tèxtils.CAT and the Packaging Cluster, bringing together companies, knowledge centers and key stakeholders to foster industrial symbiosis and the circular economy.

The Waste Cluster Visits the Formació i Treball Facility in Sabadell

The Waste Cluster (CREC) visited the Formació i Treball facility in Sabadell as part of the activities of its Textile Waste Working Group. The visit provided an opportunity to gain first-hand insight into a model that combines circular economy principles, technological innovation, and social impact, while also creating a valuable space for exchange and discussion among the participating companies and organizations.

The SINTEC Intercluster Conference fosters new synergies for the circular economy.

The CREC – Catalan Waste Cluster has participated in a new edition of the Intercluster Conference, together with Tèxtils.CAT, the Packaging Cluster, and the Catalonia Advanced Materials Cluster.

European Week for Waste Reduction 2025: Tackling Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Several members of the Waste Cluster of Catalonia work daily with WEEE, implementing innovative and sustainable solutions.

Developing a Circular Economy Project for the Construction Sector Focused on the Role of the Waste Manager

CREC strengthens its international presence with its participation in Ecomondo 2025 and the debut of “The Green Leaders Gala” as the sole national representative

1st edition of nowWaste, the new brand that frames CREC’s Strategic Immersion to boost innovation and circularity in the waste sector.

Som CREC: Today We Introduce… ECOOMIX Solutions

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In “WE ARE CREC”, we introduce the latest member companies that have joined this project; the people who help our community grow every day. Discover who they are, what they do, and how they contribute to making CREC a vibrant, creative, and collaborative space. Today, we introduce ECOOMIX Solutions.

WE ARE CREC: Today we introduce… ARUM Environmental Consulting

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In “WE ARE CREC”, we introduce the latest member companies that have joined this project; the people who help our community grow every day. Discover who they are, what they do, and how they contribute to making CREC a vibrant, creative, and collaborative space. Today, we introduce ARUM Environmental Consulting.

CREC and the TecnoCampus Chair of Circular Economy and Sustainability sign a collaboration agreement.

The Catalonia Waste Cluster (CREC) has formalised a framework collaboration agreement with the TecnoCampus Chair of Circular Economy and Sustainability, with the aim of strengthening cooperation between both organisations and promoting joint initiatives related to sustainability, the circular economy and innovation.

We are CREC: Today we introduce… PHOENIX FOODS

At CREC, we don't just share a sector and projects — we share stories. In "SOM CREC", we introduce you to the latest member companies that have joined this project: PHOENIX FOODS.

We are CREC: Today we introduce… ZIRKEL

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In "SOM CREC", we introduce you to the latest partner companies that have joined this project: ZIRKEL

We are CREC: Today we introduce… HAUSMANN

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In "SOM CREC", we introduce you to the latest partner companies that have joined this project: HAUSMANN Aromatic.

We are CREC: Today we introduce… ADEC GLOBAL

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects — we share stories. In "SOM CREC", we introduce you to the latest partner companies that have joined this project: ADEC GLOBAL.

We are CREC: Today we introduce… ADAEQUO GROUP

At CREC, we don’t just share an industry and projects—we share stories. In "SOM CREC," we introduce you to the latest partner companies that have joined this project: ADAEQUO GROUP.

The CREC and the CEEC Analyze Circular Economy Solutions for the Decarbonization of Industry

This is how we experienced CREC Ordinary and Extraordinary Assembly. Thank you for joining us!

We held CREC Ordinary and Extraordinary Assembly at the Social Hub in Barcelona, where we held elections for the new CREC Board of Directors and presented our 2025-2027 Strategic Plan.

The circular economy and sustainability, protagonists of Grup Tersa visit

On April 25th we had a very enriching experience visiting the Tersa Group's Integral Waste Recovery Plant.

CREC new offices!

We are opening new offices. Since the beginning of 2025, we have been working from the offices of the new Innovation and Circular Economy Hub of Barcelona, located at Ciutat d'Asunción, 16, in the Sant Andreu neighborhood.

Ordinary and Extraordinary CREC Assembly

On May 13th we will hold the Ordinary and Extraordinary General Assembly of CREC. The Assembly will take place at the HUB Social, located at Carrer Girona, 34 (08010 Barcelona).

Business mission to Germany

From April 8 to 11th we traveled to Germany, with the aim of discovering leading solutions in waste management and recovery up close.

We participate in the Basque Circular Summit 2025

Our Cluster Manager, Carmen López- Quintana, participated in the Basque Circular Summit 2025, in Bilbao, on April 2. This is one of the most relevant circular economy meetings in southern Europe.

The CREC drives and coordinates a project to promote the reuse and transformation of construction and demolition waste (CDW)

With the name "Analysis of new circular models around RCDs and validation through a phase of on-site experimentation" this project seeks to find innovative solutions through circular business models.

Efficient Collection Systems WG, we visit the Conca de Barberà pilot project

Within the framework of the Efficient Collection Systems Working Group of the Waste Cluster, on 10 July we visited the Conca de Barberà Pilot Project.

1st Waste Cluster Tech Day – Eurecat

On 4 June, we held the first Cluster Tech Day, an enriching day of knowledge transfer where we got to know EURECAT’S innovative solutions for the management and recovery of complex and textile waste and on the value chain of batteries.

Waste Cluster of Catalonia, certified with the ACCIÓ Catalan Clusters programme

The Waste Cluster of Catalonia has achieved the necessary requirements to be one of the 27 clusters certified by ACCIÓ within the Catalan Clusters Programme.

1st Ordinary General Meeting

On 21 May, we held the first Ordinary Meeting of Partners of the Waste Cluster of Catalonia.