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EVENT | Driving Ecodesign and Circularity in the Waste Management Sector: Business Strategies and Success Stories

As part of this event, you will discover practical strategies and inspiring experiences to help integrate ecodesign and circular economy principles into activities and projects across the waste management sector.

Date

17/09/26

Time

15:45 - 17:30

Location

ACCIÓ

Pg. de Gràcia, 129, Gràcia
Barcelona, , 08008

As part of this event, you will discover practical strategies and inspiring experiences to help integrate ecodesign and circular economy principles into activities and projects across the waste management sector.

During the session, you will:

  • Learn first-hand about the 2027 Catalonia Ecodesign Awards, including the eligibility criteria, award categories, and financial prizes.
  • Discover practical ecodesign and circular economy strategies applicable to the different stakeholders across the waste management value chain, presented by an expert consultancy.
  • Gain inspiration from real-life success stories of leading companies that have developed innovative solutions with a positive impact on sustainability and circularity.
  • Explore the support instruments and services offered by ACCIÓ, the Catalan Waste Agency (ARC) and the Waste Cluster of Catalonia (CREC) to help fund, develop and accelerate ecodesign and circular economy projects.
  • Connect directly with companies, professionals and industry experts to exchange knowledge, create new synergies, and expand your professional network.

Register now and discover how ecodesign and circularity can become key drivers of innovation, competitiveness and sustainable growth for your organisation.


Event Programme

3:45 p.m. – Registration

4:00 p.m. – Welcome and Introduction
Presentation of the workshop and an overview of the importance of ecodesign for the waste management sector.

4:05 p.m. – Support Instruments and Services from the Waste Cluster of Catalonia, ACCIÓ and the Catalan Waste Agency (ARC)
A brief presentation of the programmes, services and resources available to foster ecodesign and circularity initiatives, including the launch of the 2027 Catalonia Ecodesign Awards.

4:15 p.m. – Ecodesign and Circular Economy Strategies – Oiko Design Office
An overview of the main ecodesign and circular economy strategies for companies in the sector, illustrated through successful case studies.

4:40 p.m. – Business Success Stories in Ecodesign

FIZZYCAPS – Edgar Arribas, CEO
Development of 100% recyclable reusable closures for sparkling beverages. Mentioned in the 2023 Ecodesign Awards and recipient of ACCIÓ’s 2025 Green Innovation Vouchers.

4:55 p.m. – Panel Discussion and Q&A with the Guest Companies
Moderated by Oiko Design Office.

5:25 p.m. – Open Q&A and Closing Remarks

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