A joint initiative by @ec.europa.eu and @eesc.bsky.social, the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform brings together stakeholders active in the broad field of the circular economy in Europe. Find us at circulareconomy.europa.euhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mlqia2zrnk25📢Register for the webinar on Digital Product Passport! 💠Recent developments and updates on data requirements 💠State of play: industry readiness 💠Case studies 💠 Q&A session ⏱️09:00-13:00 CEST on 27 May. Deadline for registration: 23:59 CEST on 24 May ➡️See our page for details: bit.ly/4d7raAP13 May 2026 14:10 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqia2zrnk25https://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mlo53xh3bc2u🚀 New call open: Circular City Centre (C3) C3 supports EU cities and regions to turn circular economy ambition into strategies and investable projects. It offers free expert advisory support to accelerate implementation and access to finance. 📆Deadline 30 June! ➡️ bit.ly/3RzUuHK12 May 2026 15:46 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlo53xh3bc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mlnb7xzeks2uHave your say on portable battery rules! 🔋 The European Commission is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the EU’s Batteries Regulation. Currently, portable batteries in products sold in the EU must be removable and replaceable by consumers. Deadline 26 May! bit.ly/4diiB5012 May 2026 07:27 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlnb7xzeks2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mldvp5mesk2jEVEN-CLOSER aims to build a circular value chain for semiconductors. Call for startups in areas including: • Electronics recycling, recovery and remanufacturing. • Innovative technologies for critical raw materials recovery. The project is also looking for experienced mentors. bit.ly/48NF2O808 May 2026 14:07 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mldvp5mesk2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mlbhe64s7s2jREFRESH is an EU project on the composite materials used in wind turbine blades. They're finding ways to recycle them, use the recyclates to make new products, and design tools for tracking components. Learn about progress, prototypes and applications! 📅 09:30-12:45 CEST, 13 May bit.ly/3QUiHZ707 May 2026 14:45 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlbhe64s7s2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3ml6vej5hwk27🌎 Are you an EU company or business association engaged in / or exploring circular economy activities in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) in #CircularEconomy related sectors? 📝 Take part in this Global Gateway Survey Deadline 31.05.➡️ bit.ly/4cThslB06 May 2026 14:18 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6vej5hwk27https://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3ml3qqhzud22mHow can the EU and Australia work together beyond trade? 🌏 Join the next #EUCircularTalk to explore how circular economy is supporting closer cooperation and practical action. 📅 28 May 2026 🕙 08:30 to 10:30 CEST 👉 Register: bit.ly/42fB7pD05 May 2026 08:17 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml3qqhzud22mhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mkzoc3byyc2qThe European Reuse Barometer tracks the progress of reusable packaging & refill systems operating in Europe. This takes data. If your business is in the reuse and refill industry, complete the survey by 3 July! A 45-minute webinar will take place on 5 May on the Barometer+survey. 👉bit.ly/4n9Tztq04 May 2026 12:28 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkzoc3byyc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mkpjww6n6k2oYou can now watch the recordings of the ECESP annual conference sessions! 💠 Recordings available here: bit.ly/ECESP26 We have also published some photos from the conference 💠 Photos available here: bit.ly/48wRRfJ30 Apr 2026 11:43 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkpjww6n6k2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mkkt7e6bek2vThe Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking will be distributing €170.7 million across 13 topics. The new call aims to support the development and scale-up of competitive circular bio-based industries in Europe. 📅 Apply by 22.9.26, results early 2027 ➡️ bit.ly/48YsBPu28 Apr 2026 14:46 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkkt7e6bek2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mkiajzwcus2fEIT Jumpstarter is: 💠 a 7-month pre-acceleration programme for early-stage innovators 💠designed to turn ideas into successful businesses through training, mentoring and funding 💠open to students and researchers with innovative ideas for the raw materials sector Apply by 8 May bit.ly/4d8D2T627 Apr 2026 14:06 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkiajzwcus2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mkaqaddybk2vOur conference finished yesterday evening, having brought together EU institutions, civil society, academics, industry and young people to discuss all aspects of the circular economy. Our new Coordination Group members shone as they spoke about their areas of expertise. ➡️Recap: bit.ly/4e6EIxx24 Apr 2026 14:26 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkaqaddybk2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk5x5febjs22The session on the circular bioeconomy looked at the sector's potential and challenges. Secondary biomass is key for closing the loop but companies with great ideas find it difficult to scale up. Follow the conference live here: bit.ly/ECESP2623 Apr 2026 11:52 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5x5febjs22https://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk5wxoujhk22During the breakout session on the Circular Economy Act, Ladeja Godina Košir spoke about making full use of what we already have. Follow the conference live here: bit.ly/ECESP2623 Apr 2026 11:48 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5wxoujhk22https://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk5nhbnnkk22During the first sessions today, the speakers said that: 💠The ECESP has moved from consulted to co-creating, 💠Stakeholder involvement improves policies, 💠People need to be involved 💠Circularity is good for the environment and resource efficiency Follow the conference live here: bit.ly/ECESP2623 Apr 2026 08:58 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5nhbnnkk22https://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk5fqq54d222Day 2 of the #ECESP Annual Conference 2026 takes the conversation a step further. We will build on yesterday’s key conclusions, explore challenges limiting circular markets, and turn stakeholder insights into policy messages. 🎥 Follow it live: bit.ly/ECESP2623 Apr 2026 06:40 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk5fqq54d222https://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk3sz5wdzc2dYoung people have just taken centre stage at the ECESP conference to discuss the future of the Circular Economy Act. ♻️ They called for a Circular Economy Act that makes repair easier, circular choices more affordable, and materials more traceable. Stay tuned tomorrow: bit.ly/ECESP2622 Apr 2026 15:32 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3sz5wdzc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk3qs47cxc2dWhat did we hear from the discussion? ♻️ Circular economy finance must grow faster: public funding should de-risk innovation, priority sectors need focus, and clearer rules can unlock private capital. Follow the discussion: bit.ly/ECESP26 #ECESP #CircularEconomy #CircularEconomyAct22 Apr 2026 14:53 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3qs47cxc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk3qnukydc2dHow can the EU break down investment barriers and strengthen public funding for the circular transition? That’s the question we have just addressed at #ECESPAnnualConference2026! 👇22 Apr 2026 14:50 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3qnukydc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk3ole2nm22dDuring a great session on financing circularity, Andrei Geica, Chief Policy and Impact Officer at Sporos Platform which is part of the ECESP Coordination Group, spoke about the prerequisites for investors to see the circular economy as a viable proposition.22 Apr 2026 14:13 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3ole2nm22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk3ix7rzcc2dOur first discussions at the #ECESP Annual Conference 2026 focused on two key dimensions of the #CircularTransition: 🔹embedding #CircularEconomy principles in the #SingleMarket 🔹strengthening cooperation with partner regions globally 🎥 Watch it live: bit.ly/ECESP26 #CircularEconomyAct22 Apr 2026 12:32 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk3ix7rzcc2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mk2tircqh22dThe #ECESP Annual Conference 2026 is starting, tackling key questions for a competitive, fair circular Europe: ♻️ #CircularEconomyAct ♻️ #CircularEconomy in the #SingleMarket ♻️ Global dimension of circularity ♻️ Financing circularity ♻️ Youth perspectives 🎥 Watch it live: bit.ly/ECESP2622 Apr 2026 06:08 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mk2tircqh22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mjz3bgankk26The ECESP conference will begin tomorrow at 08:30 CEST. If you're attending in person, we'll see you then. If you're following online, the livestream will be added to our webpage before the sessions start. Have a look at the programme: bit.ly/ECESP26 Enjoy the conference!21 Apr 2026 13:22 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjz3bgankk26https://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mjwevbwjok2mThe EU Organic Awards reward the most innovative organic actors reducing agriculture’s impact on the environment and climate. The 7 awards acknowledge actors along the value chain that have produced real added value for organic production and consumption. Apply by 26 April! bit.ly/4trZIn620 Apr 2026 11:36 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjwevbwjok2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mjr5wv7i222cPACCT for sustainability is organising a webinar on how B2C product-as-a-service models work in towns and cities. Key challenges, future prospects and how cities can support access-based models! 🕝 14:00-15:00 CEST on 27 April ➡️ bit.ly/42danGb #ECESP #CircularEconomy18 Apr 2026 09:49 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjr5wv7i222chttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mjmpatnb4k2xThe ECESP Annual Conference will take place on 22-23 April: two days of plenary sessions and workshops that will explore what needs to be done to make the single market competitive, fair and circular. In-person participation now closed, but most sessions will be livestreamed! bit.ly/4mEld1C16 Apr 2026 15:15 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjmpatnb4k2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mjmp6ye54c2vThe ECESP Annual Conference will take place on 22-23 April: two days of plenary sessions and workshops that will explore what needs to be done to make the single market competitive, fair and circular. In-person participation now closed, but most sessions will be livestreamed! bit.ly/4mEld1C16 Apr 2026 15:14 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjmp6ye54c2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mjk6hkgqzc2hThe European Investment Bank and the European Commission's Directorate-General for the Environment are launching their joint report on 'Transitioning to a circular economy: Closing the investment gap in Europe'. Find out what the report has to say! 14:00-16:00 CEST, 21 April. bit.ly/4sCX90j15 Apr 2026 15:09 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjk6hkgqzc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mjexowo4zk2lThe Navarra Circular Economy Awards 2026 are looking for students' final projects which: 🧑‍🎓 cover innovative business models, products, services or industrial processes, 🧑‍🎓have real potential to develop new business opportunities, 🧑‍🎓offer solutions aligned with circular principles. bit.ly/3Q2yVPy13 Apr 2026 13:25 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mjexowo4zk2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/ecesp.bsky.social/post/3mj33id2qtc2fCircular Plastics Made in Europe has launched a petition calling for a change to current EU policy. They feel that only plastic waste generated in Europe should count toward European recycling targets. Agree? Sign the petition: bit.ly/4mDqWVr09 Apr 2026 15:06 +0000at://did:plc:phql7s7f52p5ljcsawdbnkw7/app.bsky.feed.post/3mj33id2qtc2f