In this free workshop, we will provide a practical introduction to the concept of the circular economy and present the EU project CURIOST - an initiative that brings the circular economy to life.

What is the circular economy?

The circular economy is a future economic model based on sustainability, resource conservation and waste avoidance. In contrast to the traditional linear model ("take - use - dispose"), the circular economy focuses on reuse, repair, recycling and intelligent product design, among other things. The aim is to keep materials in the economic cycle for as long as possible and thus secure resources in the company's own operations in the long term.

EU project CURIOST

CURIOST is an interdisciplinary project dedicated to the implementation and promotion of the circular economy in practice. It combines research, education and creative implementation to develop sustainable materials, products and processes. The project brings together stakeholders from science, business and society to work together on solutions for a resource-conserving future.

Further information on the EU project CURIOST can be found at Interreg project CURIOST: Bayern Innovativ

What exactly is the workshop about?

Our interactive workshop will provide a brief introduction to the EU project CURIOST, which supports companies in the transition to circular business models. The basics of the 10R strategy will then be presented - a central framework for circular product design that ranges from avoidance ("Refuse") to recovery ("Remine").

Participants will then be given a practical introduction to the design thinking method, a creative and user-centered approach to developing innovative solutions. Participants will work in groups to develop initial ideas for circular products or services and develop rough prototypes.

Finally, there will be an outlook on the next steps in the CURIOST project, in particular working with the Circular Business Model Canvas.

The free workshop not only offers in-depth knowledge and practice-oriented methods, but also space for exchange, collaboration and inspiration for circular transformation in your own company.

Register now for free and join us!

Focus

• Presentation of the EU project CURIOST
• Basics of circular product design with the 10R strategy
• Practical exercise with the Design Thinking method
• Creating a first prototype or concept design in a team

Benefit

• Practical learning in moderated exercises
• Immediately applicable tools for your company
• Intensive exchange and networking
• Preparation for further workshops within the CURIOST framework

Target group

This workshop is aimed specifically at specialists and managers of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and medium-sized companies in the construction, plastics, mechanics and mechatronics sectors:

• Management and divisional management
• Sustainability management
• Innovation management and R&D
• Business development and strategy
• product management