| Posted December 11, 2024

Building Circular Economy Capacities in Western Balkans

The transition to a Circular Economy should occur on a large, cross-border scale and calls for dynamic communication flows between stakeholders and countries. The Capacity Building Programme on Circular Economy enabled such an exchange between Western Balkan countries with the support of Circular Economy experts from different relevant fields. After 18 months of close collaboration with Western Balkans countries, in October 2024 the project held its final webinar on the topic of food waste prevention. At the webinar, the participants explored practical insights into food waste prevention and monitoring, drawing on lessons from Croatia and other EU Member States. A lively […]

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Monitoring Report Reveals a 24% Reduction of Food Waste after the Dialogue Forum Voluntary Agreement

One year after a voluntary agreement signed as part of the Dialogue Forum for the Reduction of Food Waste in the Retail and Wholesale sector in Germany, a monitoring report shows that there is a 24% waste reduction in 2023. Moreover, the 14 signatories of the German Pact against Food Waste have implemented a total 132 measures not only in their own businesses, but also at the interfaces to their suppliers, costumers and in food donation. According to the monitoring report conducted by the Thünen-Institut, the participating companies from the retail and wholesale sector are well on track with the obligations […]

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Zero Waste in the Wardrobe: Our CARE Project at the Forum Citizen Science 2024

How can a zero-waste wardrobe work in real life? As part of our CARE project, we explored this question at the Forum Citizen Science 2024, which took place in October 2024 in Hamburg, Germany. At a co-creation workshop, promising solutions for households were developed and discussed with a group of motivated participants, providing insights that could shape the future of sustainable clothing practices. Citizen Science on the Rise The theme of this year’s Forum Citizen Science was “Mit:Wirkung” (in German), meaning both ‘co-creation’ and ‘having an impact’. Elements of citizen science have been an integral part of the CARE project from […]

| Posted December 10, 2024

The VERNE Project Kicks Off to Transform European Tourism with Sustainable and Circular Solutions

The VERNE project was launched in November 2024 with the aim of transforming European tourism by introducing sustainable, circular models. With innovative solutions in pilot destinations across Europe, the CSCP is leading the way in promoting collaboration and sustainable behaviours. Join us on this exciting journey towards a greener, more resilient tourism sector! The project, which is funded under the EU Horizon scheme was officially kicked-off in Barcelona, Spain at an event hosted by PNO Innovation (Spain) in collaboration with project partners, including the CSCP. At the event, the CSCP joined consortium members and European Commission project and policy officers to […]

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Shaping Sustainable Messaging for the Blue Bioeconomy at the Mission Arena 2024

The blue economy has become a coin term for the sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources for economic growth while preserving the health of marine ecosystems. Our AlgaePro BANOS project team joined Mission Arena 3 in Amsterdam, Netherlands to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing the North Sea region from marine pollution and biodiversity loss to overfishing and security. Over the course of two days in November 2024, over 300 participants came together for collaborating and co-designing the blue future of the North Sea region and tackling the issues such as the multi-use of space, Mariparks, smart sea […]

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The CSCP’s New Research Collaboration Focuses on the Future of Marketing with a Reduced Footprint

Marketing services comprise a massive industry that accounts for over 200 tonnes of CO2 emissions per year*. A recent research project led by the EHI Retail Institute in collaboration with Climate Partner and the CSCP looked into creating a common understanding for retailers and service providers in Germany on the climate impact of advertising and discussed potential fields of action to improve the carbon footprint of both digital and analogue media channels. The CSCP was tasked with the moderation of the stakeholder dialogue, the main focus being on facilitating exchange and active engagement. The research project created a Product Carbon Footprint […]

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“We Need to Design Solutions that Address Not Only Immediate Objectives, but Also Systemic Needs”

A seasoned transformation expert, Stephan Multhaupt has joined the CSCP with a bold vision: to connect digital innovation, cultural transformation, and sustainability, creating pathways for businesses and society to thrive within planetary boundaries. A transformation expert at the CSCP is a natural match. Can you elaborate more on your vision and what motivated you to join our team? My vision is to integrate digitalisation, mindset transformation, and sustainability to tackle today’s global and partly existential challenges. Digital tools enable better decision-making, but true transformation hinges on people embracing change. Sustainability then provides the guiding framework, ensuring that actions contribute to long-term […]

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Through Our LIKE-A-PRO Project German Consumers Get a Glimpse into the Future of Food

As the world faces rising challenges in feeding a growing population sustainably, alternative proteins such as peas, fermented mycoprotein, and insects are emerging options. But what does this mean for our plates—and our choices? In our EU Horizon project, LIKE-A-PRO we focus on accelerating the shift toward healthier and more sustainable dietary patterns by diversifying and increasing the availability, accessibility, and uptake of alternative sources of protein. As part of the project, the CSCP conducted the second round of Living Labs at different locations in Germany (Mönchengladbach, Cologne, and Münster) to explore the potential and challenges of emerging alternative proteins together […]

| Posted December 9, 2024

The CSCP Launches New Thematic Table on Know-How Transfer and Scaling in Circular Cities in NRW

How can we ensure that the valuable insights from innovative projects on the circular development of cities in North-Rhine Westphalia (NRW) are scaled effectively across municipalities and their stakeholders? The CSCP will explore solutions at the thematic discussion table “Know How Transfer and Scaling in Circular Cities” on 20 February 2025. The new thematic table discussion will take place as part of the renowned Round Table on Circular Value Creation NRW (Runder Tisch Zirkuläre Wertschöpfung NRW). This round table, initiated by the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Economics of North Rhine-Westphalia, brings together key stakeholders in the Circular Economy […]

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Digital Product Passports: Assessing True Sustainability Through Contextualised Impact Metrics

Simply put, a Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a tool that offers relevant and encompassing information about a product and its lifecycle. As such, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) can play a key role in revealing the true impact of circular activities, but only if paired with context-based indicators. Here’s why. By detailing components from raw material sourcing to end-of-life recycling, DPPs enable practices like reuse and repair, essential for sustainable resource management. However, assessing their true impact requires context-based indicators that ensure circular activities align with ecological and social boundaries. Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is one such method, using DPP data […]

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