Description
The European Cluster Collaboration Platform, on behalf of the European Commission, and in partnership with the General Directorate of Innovation and Digital Transformation of the Balearic Government, jointly organise the next 'Clusters Meet Regions' and Matchmaking event in Palma, Spain, on 14 and 15 May 2025.
This event is designed to accelerate the adoption of circular economy practices in the Balearic Islands, leveraging the collaborative power of clusters. The proposed format is a dynamic and interactive one-and-a-half-day event, aligning with the objectives of promoting sustainable economic development through circular principles in the Balearic Islands.
CONTEXT AND OBJECTIVES
Following the successful series of events “Clusters meet Regions” organised since 2022 in different EU regions, these events bring together clusters and policymakers of the EU, national, regional and local level to learn from each other how to better use clusters to strengthen industrial ecosystems, to serve national/regional economic development and to liaise with other regions facing similar transition challenges.
The objectives of the Clusters Meet Regions workshop in Palma are:
To present successful European case studies in circular economy, emphasizing their applicability to regional development.
To focus on specific circular economy strategies, like waste reduction, energy efficiency and water and resource optimization, encouraging hands-on participation and knowledge exchange.
To showcase various financing models for projects with positive impact, promoting visibility and understanding of different funding opportunities.
In-depth discussions led by circular economy experts, exploring the practical implementation of circular principles in the Balearic context.
- To provide an opportunity to build networks and new projects among participants in the Balearic Islands.
TARGET GROUPS
The event aims to bring together:
Innovation cluster organisations: representatives from local, regional and European clusters with expertise in circular economy practices;
local businesses: showcase companies successfully implementing circular economy principles in their operations;
circular economy experts: keynote speakers and panellists with proven experience in driving circular economy initiatives at regional and European levels;
government representatives: officials responsible for regional economic development and sustainability policies, policy makers (EU level).
AGENDA OVERVIEW
The event's agenda features a diverse array of activities, including high-level plenary sessions, interactive discussions, pitching sessions, a matchmaking event and a guided tour to a local business implementing circular practices, providing tangible examples of successful integration.
REGISTRATION
Registration will be available soon via B2Match for the 'Clusters Meet Regions' and Matchmaking event in Palma, Spain.
Stay tuned!