Lessons learned from cross-border circular economy projects

About the event

European programmes are helping to stimulate environmental and economic growth across the continent. This session gave attendees the chance to hear from projects accelerating the transition to a circular economy and developing innovative solutions to waste and pollution.

Session audience 

• Local authorities, businesses, research institutes, charities and social enterprises who were involved in – or hoping to be involved in – cross-border projects.

Speakers

• Chair - Sallyann Stephen, Programme Manager, Interreg VA France (Channel) England
• Rob Robinson, Sustainable Business Project Manager, Kent County Council/Upcycle Your Waste
• Lauren Cox, Project Coordinator, PECT/Cool Food Pro
• Marjut Villanen, RDI Specialist, LAB University of Applied Sciences/CECI Project
• Barry Bendall, Operations Director, The Rivers Trust/Preventing Plastic Pollution