Zero Waste Ambassador Training | Zero Waste Kiel
2023-12-07 08:00 - 2024-02-07 17:00 UTC | Kiel, Germany, Kiel, Germany
Mission Zero Academy’s partner in Germany, Zero Waste Kiel has launched a new Zero Waste Ambassador Training that will start in December. This is course organised in partnership with Let’t Do It Foundation (lead partner) and Zero Waste Poland.
Apply here for the course. Deadline for application: November 19th.
The training is based on the Zero Waste Ambassador Curriculum.
Who can apply?

You are based or work in one of the following countries: Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland or Sweden
You have good working knowledge of written and spoken English
You work (including volunteering) in the field of waste management, zero waste, circular economy or any other sustainability field
At least some of your work is focused on local (municipality) level
You have in the beginning level of your zero waste journey and want to know more

When?
The course will comprise of:

Pre-session online on the 7th December 2023 (2 hours)
Four online sessions on 8th, 9th, 15th and 16th January 2024 (3 hours each)
Onsite training in Kiel, Germany on: 25th, 26h and 27th of January 2024
Online assessment session on 7th February
a 3-day onsite training in the beginning of November in Tallinn, Estonia.

There will be individual pre-reading and homework tasks for each session
The cost?
The participation is free for applicants with the support of The Council of the Baltic Sea States. Participants must cover their own travelling, dinners and accommodation costs.
After the training
Upon meeting all the requirements the participants will receive a proof of completion. Certified Ambassadors and Trainers from all across Europe are listed on the Zero Waste Europe’s expert page. An expert certification will give you confidence in carrying out your mission. It also can advance you in your career. Qualified knowledge in implementing circular economy is increasingly sought after in all sectors and various positions.
Apply here!

Spring 2024 Zero Waste Business Certification | Mentors and Auditors Training Program
2024-02-19 - 2024-06-06
Mission Zero Academy is launching our Spring 2024 Zero Waste Business Certification Mentors and Auditors Training Program.
Why a Zero Waste Business Certification?
Our Zero Waste Business Certification logo for hotels
Built on Zero Waste Europe’s established zero waste methodology, our certification is designed to:

Help businesses go above and beyond EU and national regulations
Reduce their environmental impact by decreasing their waste and resource consumption.
Improve resource management and operational efficiency, allowing for cost savings
Develop a positive brand image and attract eco-conscious customers.
Align and comply with waste reduction regulations.
Foster a zero waste culture and employee engagement
Encourage adaptability and innovation in a changing market.
Inspire their community and local waste reduction efforts.

Why become an accredited Mentor?
​​aCozinha por António Loureiro becomes the first restaurant of the European Zero Waste Business Certification (April 2023)
Mission Zero Academy-accredited Mentors act as trusted advisors and consultants, guiding and supporting businesses and organizations toward their transition to zero waste. They are key in guiding any candidate towards achieving the certification. Mentors are the only accredited consultants authorized to deliver Mission Zero Academy Zero Waste Business Certification. Their role as advisors to businesses includes (but is not limited to):

Defining the zero waste strategy.
Assessing key actions.
Identifying best practices and stakeholders.
Evaluating different solutions.
Creating communication materials.
Training their staff on what zero waste means.

Who can apply?

You are based or work in Europe
You have good working knowledge of written and spoken English
You work (includes volunteering) in the field of waste management, zero waste, circular economy, sustainable tourism or any other sustainability field
At least some of your work is focused on local level
You have zero-waste or circular economy past project experience (Europe-based) and are comfortable delivering projects

The Zero Waste Business Certification Mentors/Auditors Training Program
Our program is an interactive online course, where the majority of the course is based on the learner’s proactive individual work. Every two (2) weeks, a 2 hour live session is held (attendance is mandatory) to allow for discussion and reflection with the trainer and fellow learners.
Although we may like just reading documents and listening to lectures, educational science says there are more effective ways to learn. Our training philosophy is based on the principles described in the “Main principles of teaching” chapter in the Zero Waste training Handbook.
Our curriculum consists of 13 Modules spread over 16 weeks. The training is divided between independent, self-paced study and live sessions. The learner should commit between 1-3 hours of independent study per module.
Learners must submit assignments to advance in the course. Assignments related to live sessions shall be submitted 24 hours ahead of the session. Failure to submit will block the learner’s access to the next live session. At the end of the program, successful leaners will receive their Mission Zero Academy Mentor Accreditation. More information on our program can be found here.
Registration and deadline
Program starting date: February 19, 2024
(Module 1 access will be opened on February 6 for pre-study work)
Registration deadline: February 11, 2024
Program fees
600 euros per learner (+VAT when applicable)
Apply now

Zero Waste Trainer Course: Learn to Teach Effectively & Advance Your Career | Let's Do It Foundation
2024-04-29 - 2024-06-14
Apply here for Let’s Do It Foundation next Zero Waste Trainer course in Brussels (Fully online).
Deadline April 19th!
What will you learn?

The basics of how learning and memory works
How to take into account the needs of the learners and create motivating learning environment
How to help change learners’ misconceptions
How to better assess learning
How to teach zero waste topics and skills effectively

The course is based on the Zero Waste Trainer Curriculum and does not tackle zero waste topics themselves but rather the principles how to teach these topics effectively. The focus will be on adult learners, but the principles used are universal and can be applied also to other age groups.
Who can apply?

You are based or work in an European country
You have good working knowledge of written and spoken English
You work (including volunteering) in the field of waste management, zero waste, circular economy or any other sustainability field
You have a good knowledge of zero waste principles and their practical implementation or you have participated in the Zero Waste Ambassador programme
You have some experience in running workshops and other educational activities

How to boost yourself as a Trainer?
Successfully complete the training and apply to become a certified Zero Waste Trainer, opening doors to global recognition, career advancement, and opportunities to earn additional income through conducting zero waste workshops.
When?

The course will comprise of:

Optional onboarding online session – April 29th, 10am-11am CET
Online learning sessions – May 9th, May 16th, May 23rd, May 30th 10am-1pm, June 12th-14th 10am-3pm CET
Individual reading tasks accompany each session

The cost?
Price for the training:

ZWE members 450€
Non-members 590€.

VAT of 22% will be added to the price if the participant pays as a private individual.
The accepted applicant commits to pay 100% of the training fee in advance no later than April 29th, 2024.
Travel, accommodation and dinners of the onsite training are not included in the price.
Training provider
In collaboration with Mission Zero Academy, and Zero Waste Europe, the training will be carried out by the Let’s Do It Foundation (Teeme Ära Sihtasutus), Telliskivi tn 60a/3, 10412 Tallinn, Estonia, Reg. No 90010442, VAT No EE102469361, www.letsdoitfoundation.org, the Full Member of Zero Waste Europe
Trainers
Kadri Kalle is the education programme manager at Let’s Do It Foundation. She has MSc in environmental sciences, supplemented with basics in educational psychology. She is one of the creators of Zero Waste Trainer curriculum and the authors of Zero Waste Training Handbook.
Anastasiia Martynenko is head of NGO Zero Waste Society (Ukraine), based in Ireland. She is certified Zero Waste Trainer, mentor and facilitator with a wealth of training and managing different zero waste projects for different target groups.
Grete Arro is a researcher in the School of Educational Sciences at Tallinn University. She is one of the creators of Zero Waste Trainer curriculum and the authors of Zero Waste Training Handbook. She has a PhD in educational psychology.

After the training?
Upon meeting all the requirements the participants will receive a Diploma. This will give the possibility to apply for the Zero Waste Trainer Certificate (for a separate fee). Certified Ambassadors and Trainers from all across Europe are listed on the Zero Waste Europe’s expert page. An expert certification will give you confidence in carrying out your mission. It also can advance you in your career. Qualified knowledge in implementing circular economy is increasingly sought after in all sectors and various positions.
Apply here until April 19th!

Webinar - Green claims and new packaging rules, a conversation with Margaux Le Gallou, Programme Manager at ECOS
2024-06-06 14:00 - 15:30 (Europe/Brussels) | Online
Summary
European companies in the hospitality industry will be faced with new policies impacting the business as usual approach to environmental claims and packaging. Join our conversation on the upcoming Green Claims directive and new packaging rules to find out what is changing, when and how you can make the changes .
Description
In the absence of specific rules on claims regarding the ‘green’ nature of products and services, how can consumers be sure that such claims are reliable, comparable, and verifiable throughout the EU? What is happening to take-away containers and what kind of packaging will be allowed for hotel shampoos and dine-in cutlery in the Europe of tomorrow?
Join us for a conversation with Margaux Le Gallou, Programme Manager at ECOS, as we dive into the upcoming Green Claims Directive, a game-changer for environmental claims.
We will dive into the changes it brings for substantiating businesses’ environmental claims, understand new verification requirements, and learn about the impact on environmental labelling schemes. We will also explore the options to comply with the new packaging regulations. Be prepared to navigate these regulatory shifts and ensure compliance for your business.
Our partner
ECOS is an international NGO with a network of members and experts advocating for environmentally friendly technical standards, policies and laws. ECOS ensures the environmental voice is heard when policies are developed and drives change by providing expertise to policymakers and industry players, leading to the implementation of strong environmental principles.

In this webinar, you will learn:

Understand the key provisions of the upcoming Green Claims Directive and its impact on businesses’ environmental claims.
Understand the changes and their timelines on packaged foods and products for hotels and restaurants and how to comply with them
Gain insights into the new requirements for substantiating environmental claims and verification processes.
Learn about the implications for environmental labelling schemes and how to ensure compliance for your business.

Autumn 2024 Zero Waste Cities Certification | Mentors and Auditors Training Program
2024-09-16 10:00 - 2024-12-17 12:00 UTC | Online
Save the date!
We are launching our Autumn 2024 Zero Waste Cities Certification Mentors and Auditors Training Program!
Why a Zero Waste Cities Certification?
Built on Zero Waste Europe’s established zero waste methodology, our certifications are designed to:

Help municipalities and businesses to comply (and go beyond) with EU and national regulations
Promote the implementation of efficient systems which save natural and economic resources
Reinforce the positive image of the municipality/organisation, which will gain worldwide recognition and credibility, creating new jobs and attracting economic incentives, funding, and prestigious event-hosting opportunities

Why become an accredited Mentor?
MiZA-accredited Mentors act as trusted advisors and consultants, guiding and supporting cities and organizations toward their transition to zero waste. They are key in guiding any candidate towards achieving the certification.
Mentors are the only accredited consultants authorized to deliver Mission Zero Academy Zero Waste Cities Certification.
Their role as advisors to cities includes (but is not limited to):

Defining the zero waste strategy.
Assessing key actions.
Identifying best practices and stakeholders.
Evaluating different solutions.
Creating communication materials.
Training their staff on what zero waste means.

The Zero Waste Cities Certification Mentors/Auditors Training Program
Our program is an interactive online course, where the majority of the course is based on the learner’s proactive individual work.
Every two (2) weeks, a 2 hour live session is held (attendance is mandatory) to allow for discussion and reflection with the trainer and fellow learners.
Although we may like just reading documents and listening to lectures, educational science says there are more effective ways to learn. Our training philosophy is based on the principles described in the “Main principles of teaching” chapter in the Zero Waste training Handbook.
Our curriculum consists of 14 Modules spread over 13 weeks. The training is divided between independent, self-paced study and live sessions. The learner should commit between 1-3 hours of independent study per module.
Learners must submit assignments to advance in the course. Assignments related to live sessions shall be submitted 24 hours ahead of the session. Failure to submit will block the learner’s access to the next live session.
Course Prerequiste

The learner should possess a Zero Waste Ambassador-level understanding of Zero Waste, including the Zero Waste hierarchy, the concept of a Zero Waste City, basics of communication, and the importance of data.
The learner should have experience working with European cities, specifically in zero waste initiatives at the municipal level.
The learner should be actively engaged with a municipality, be willing to hold meetings with them, and commit to ongoing collaboration.

Registration and deadline
Program starting date: September 16, 2024
Registration deadline: September 9, 2024
Program information booklet
Program fees
600 euros per learner (+VAT when applicable)
Apply now

Smart Waste Measuring: How to Lead the Transition with Digital Data?
2024-09-19 14:00 - 15:30 (Europe/Brussels) | Online
Are you seeking to enhance your waste management strategy with innovative digital solutions?

Look no further! In collaboration with WasteTracker, a leading provider of ESG data on waste production in buildings, MiZA invites you to explore the transformative power of digital data in waste management.
Join us for an engaging conversation with Renata Hartle, CEO of WasteTracker, as we dive into the realm of smart waste measuring. Discover how leveraging digital data can streamline ESG reporting, unlock sustainable potential, and lead the transition towards a zero waste future.
This webinar is tailored for building managers, office administrators, and municipal representatives eager to embrace cutting-edge solutions for sustainable waste management. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and connect with industry experts driving positive change

In this webinar, you will learn:

How to leverage digital data to streamline ESG reporting and enhance waste management strategies.
Practical insights on implementing smart waste measuring systems.
Effective approaches to drive sustainable practices and transition towards a zero waste future in buildings and municipalities.

III Estonian Zero Waste Conference ''Circular Systems are a Reality''
2024-10-02 - 2024-10-03 | Tartu, Estonia, Estonia
On Oct 2-3, 2024 the Let’s Do It Foundation will be organising in Tartu, Estonia the III Estonian Zero Waste Conference, this year titled “Circular Systems are a Reality”.
As the title says, this year our focus is on already existing systemic zero waste solutions. Zero waste cities and systems are not a theoretical possibility but living examples all over Europe and we wish to bring together some of them. For example the use of reusable tableware at public events that from the beginning of 2024 is compulsory all over Estonia, or Zero Waste Cities and Business certification schemes.
One of the main principles of Let’s Do It Foundation is providing possibilities for true learning. Therefore there are no plenary presentations and lectures at our conference. It will offer a variety of learning workshops on the first day and world cafe style networking and experience sharing from different initiatives all over Europe on the second day. The conference ends with our already traditional panel discussion where the speakers are conference participants themselves, who will be selected during the conference.
The host city of this year’s conference is Tartu, that carries the title of the European Capital of Culture 2024 that has also put considerable effort into environmentally friendly event management.
Some of the topics covered at the conference are:

Zero Waste events
Effective communication with stakeholders
Reuse systems
Zero Waste Cities and Business certification schemes

The conference is open for everyone*, but the content is most relevant for:

Representatives of local municipalities and ministries
Local and regional development centres
Educators and trainers
Circular business model enthusiasts
Higher education representatives
Environmental organisations and initiatives

*The conference will be held in English (some sessions are held in Estonian). The number of spots is limited.

Circularity in commercial real estate a conversation with Stefanie Behrendt
2024-11-20 14:00 - 15:30 UTC | Online
In this webinar, we will explore how circular economy principles can be applied to existing commercial buildings to reduce waste, optimize resource use, and improve sustainability. We’ll discuss the operational advantages of implementing circular practices, the evolving regulatory landscape around sustainability, and how commercial properties can measure and certify their progress in achieving waste reduction and resource efficiency. Attendees will learn how adopting circular strategies can enhance environmental performance while contributing to long-term value and a collaborative mindset in the real estate market.
Join us for an insightful webinar exploring how circular economy principles can transform the way we manage waste in existing commercial buildings. In this session, we will be joined by Stefanie Behrendt, Co-founder and CEO at WeGoZero, and Senior Director at Modesta, who brings a unique blend of expertise in both zero waste initiatives and real estate management.
As the real estate industry is responsible for nearly 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions and 30% of global material use, there is growing pressure for businesses to adopt more sustainable and socially responsible practices. Stefanie will share her insights on how digitization, urbanization, and corporate responsibility reshape the built environment, and how circularity can be applied to existing properties to reduce waste, optimize resource use, and create long-term value.
Key discussion points will include:

How the real estate industry can embrace circular economy principles in operating buildings.
The role of digitization in waste reduction and resource optimization in commercial properties.
The evolution of the EU policy landscape (Green Claims, reporting, etc.)
The intersection of social and environmental corporate responsibility and how it’s influencing real estate.
Strategies for measuring and certifying progress toward sustainability goals in existing buildings.
Real-world examples of how businesses can take concrete steps toward zero waste while enhancing efficiency and competitiveness.

Stefanie’s extensive experience in real estate management, combined with her passion for zero waste, makes this conversation a must-attend for anyone looking to drive sustainability and innovation in the commercial real estate sector.
Speaker
Stefanie Behrendt is the Co-founder and CEO of WeGoZero and Senior Director at Modesta, where she champions sustainable practices in the real estate industry. With an academic background in real estate management and licenses as a property developer and trustee, Stefanie combines her expertise in zero waste with her deep knowledge of the built environment.
Partner
WeGoZero is a Zero Waste Consultancy based in Amsterdam transforming organisations waste upstream towards circularity, ensuring operating within planetary boundaries while making waste a profitable asset.

Gestão de biorresíduos e prevenção do desperdício alimentar no setor hoteleiro, restauração e catering
2025-01-17 09:30 - 17:00 UTC | Centro Autárquico de Quarteira (R. Vasco da Gama 85, Quarteira), R. Vasco da Gama 85, Quarteira, Portugal
Os biorresíduos no setor hoteleiro, restauração e catering
A ZERO, como associação que acompanha políticas públicas, pretende participar proativamente no processo de mudança, criando uma rede de know-how ao nível regional para tentar conciliar as exigências das políticas ambientais com a competitividade do setor turístico, cientes de que, no futuro, estas duas componentes não poderão estar separadas.
Qual o objetivo desta Jornada Técnica?
Abordar questões ambientais e a sua relação com o setor turístico, mas também criar um espaço de debate, para que se possa discutir abertamente sobre as atuais dificuldades do setor em adaptar-se às exigências das políticas públicas. Em 2025, os utilizadores não domésticos irão certamente lidar com uma mudança na forma como os resíduos são faturados, e poderão também existir alterações nos modelos de recolha.
Público-alvo do evento?
Hotéis, alojamentos locais, restauração e catering, associações setoriais, autoridades locais envolvidas no setor turístico.
Tem interesse neste tipo de evento?
Se sim, por favor preencha o formulário abaixo. Desta forma, quando abrirmos novas inscrições, entraremos em contacto.
Food Connect – Project 101148772) é cofinanciado pelo Programa LIFE da União Europeia. Os pontos de vista e opiniões expressos são apenas os do projeto LIFE Food Connect e não refletem necessariamente os da União Europeia ou do Programa LIFE. Nem a União Europeia nem a autoridade que concede o financiamento podem ser responsabilizadas por eles.

Jornadas técnicas sobre sistemas de recogida de la fracción orgánica - Arcos de la Frontera, 21 | Salobreña, 23 de enero de 2025
2025-01-21 - 2025-01-23 | En Arcos de la Frontera (Cádiz) y Salobreña (Granada), Spain
Presentación de la Organización
COAMBA, Zero Waste Europe / Mission Zero Academy y Anthesis organizan unas Jornadas Técnicas sobre la gestión de biorresiduos. Presentamos experiencias y contenidos sobre las diferentes metodologías y sistemas de recogida de la FORM. Se celebrarán en Arcos de la Frontera y Salobreña, los días 21 y 23 de enero, respectivamente.
El Colegio Profesional de Licenciados y Graduados en Ciencias Ambientales de Andalucía (COAMBA) es una corporación de Derecho Público sin ánimo de lucro creada en virtud de la Ley 2/2013, de 25 de febrero, del Parlamento de Andalucía. Es el máximo órgano público de representación de los más de 8.000 Licenciados y Graduados en Ciencias Ambientales, y de los profesionales del medio ambiente en Andalucía.
Anthesis España trabaja con organizaciones y líderes que desean acelerar significativamente su transición hacia un futuro más sostenible medioambientalmente. Defiende y acompaña a sus clientes hacia un rendimiento sustentable como gran fuerza transformadora. Desde el área de Residuos Municipales, Anthesis contribuye a que los municipios gestionen la recogida de sus residuos de manera eficiente, innovadora y con transparencia; con unos resultados acordes a la legislación actual y una ciudadanía consciente y corresponsable. Ofrece consultoría de alto valor con servicios de análisis de datos, software propio de gestión y campañas de proximidad a la ciudadanía y resto de productores de residuos urbanos.
Zero Waste Europe es una ONG con sede en Bruselas, que apoya una red europea de comunidades, líderes locales, expertos y agentes del cambio que trabajan por la eliminación de los residuos en nuestra sociedad. Tiene como objetivo defender los sistemas sostenibles de consumo y el rediseño de la relación de la humanidad con los recursos, acelerando una transición justa hacia el residuo cero en beneficio de las personas y el planeta. Misión Zero Academy (MiZA) es un centro de desarrollo de capacidades para responsables locales, PYMES y otras organizaciones que deseen dar un paso hacia adelante en sus estrategias de residuos cero y en la aplicación de la economía circular. Ibérica Ambiente es la entidad acreditada por Mission Zero Academy para fomentar las políticas locales y desarrollar planes de residuo cero (Zero Waste) en España y Portugal.
Jornadas técnicas sobre sistemas de recogida de la fracción orgánica
Presentación:
Tras la promulgación de la Ley de Residuos en abril de 2022 son muchos los retos a los que se enfrentan las entidades locales en la gestión local de sus residuos municipales. Retos que no son nuevos. Desde las primeras décadas de este siglo son muchos los municipios que han abordado la gestión de sus residuos desde una perspectiva medioambiental. Actualmente, la Ley 7/2022, de 8 de abril, de residuos y suelos contaminados para una economía circular viene a reforzar y dar legitimidad a esas iniciativas locales que hoy nos sirven de inspiración.
La palanca de cambio más radical nos llega de la mano del impuesto al vertido. Este impuesto no se ha planteado para ahogar económicamente a los municipios, ya que regula también la creación de la tasa no deficitaria, creando una situación diferencial para promover la puesta en marcha de soluciones que minimicen el vertido de residuos en vertedero y potencien de forma inmediata la reducción en la producción, a la vez que realza la importancia de la prevención y la reutilización y fomenta la recogida selectiva y reciclaje de todos los residuos susceptibles de ser recuperados y reintroducidos en el ciclo productivo.
Sabemos hoy que abordar la gestión ambiental y de proximidad de la fracción orgánica, por ser el componente con mayor porcentaje en peso, es una decisión no solo obligada por nuestra ley, sino acertada desde un punto de vista técnico, y necesaria desde esa perspectiva medioambiental que todos y todas compartimos.
Existen ejemplos inspiradores de éxito en la gestión municipal de la FORM. Conocer las mejores prácticas, sean de fuera o dentro de Andalucía, nos va a facilitar la elección de los modelos de gestión de los biorresiduos más acordes con los condicionantes geográficos, políticos y socioeconómicos de nuestras localidades. Son sistemas que, además de buscar recuperar los biorresiduos, promueven la participación ciudadana y la corresponsabilidad ambiental tanto en la puesta en marcha de comportamientos de consumo sostenible, como de reducción o separación en origen, ofreciendo un nuevo enfoque, que conocemos con varios nombres (alta eficiencia, Residuo Cero, etc) y que nos que lleva a plantear un cambio de paradigma.

Estas jornadas nos permitirán conocer los modelos y sistemas de gestión de la fracción orgánica que hoy conviven en nuestro país, así como los pros y los contras de cada uno. Desde el autocompostaje (compostaje doméstico, comunitario o agro-compostaje) hasta los sistemas más innovadores de fiscalidad verde, como el pago por generación (PxG) o el pago por participación (PxP). Tendremos la oportunidad de conocer las metodologías más avanzadas de PxG y PxP, no exentas de dificultad y e incluso polémica, también de la mano de técnico/as expertas en su desarrollo.
Objetivo:
Estas Jornadas tienen triple objetivo:

Promover la implantación de sistemas de gestión de la fracción orgánica de alta eficiencia y adaptados a la casuística de cada localidad;
Crear un espacio de dialogo en el que poder comparar, aprender y solventar dudas sobre los diferentes sistemas expuestos;
Avanzar en la puesta en marcha de programas de prevención y reducción de residuos urbanos, siguiendo los principios Residuo Cero y la jerarquía de los residuos.

Destinatarios:
Empleados públicos, empresas de gestión de residuos, responsables locales, grupos de interés, y otros participantes relevantes.
Localización y fecha:
En Arcos de la Frontera (Cádiz) y Salobreña (Granada).

Arcos de la Frontera: 21 de enero

Salón de Actos del Ayuntamiento Nuevo, Av. Duque de Arcos, Edificio Emprendedores, 11630 Arcos de la Frontera (Cádiz)

Salobreña: 23 de enero

Auditorio Villa de Salobreña, 18680 Salobreña (Granada)

Haga clic para consultar el programa detallado de las Jornadas Técnicas: aquí
Contacto:
Ismael Casotti Rienda
Gestor de Proyectos +34 622 246 948 ismael.casotti@ibericaambiente.com
Entrada: gratuita, hasta completar aforo. Se precisa registro antes del 15 de enero, mediante enlace:

Reusable Catering Materials Conference - February 11, 2025 - Mechelen
2025-02-11 11:00 - 18:30 UTC | LAMOT Mechelen, Van Beethovenstraat 8-10, Mechelen, 2800, Belgium
Are you organizing events and seeking tips & tricks on reusable catering materials? Learn from the approaches, systems, and offerings of fellow event organizers, municipal authorities, and suppliers. On Tuesday, February 11, OVAM and Fost Plus are organizing the 3rd edition of a conference on reusable catering materials at LAMOT in Mechelen.
Attendees can choose from 10 sessions throughout the afternoon, featuring over 30 speakers from within and outside the event sector. Explore a mini fair with more than 30 stands featuring advisors, providers of reusable catering materials, washing facilities, (digital) deposit systems, providers of low-packaging beverages (tap systems), and some service providers. The conference is free, but registration is required.
Throughout the event, you’re welcome to visit the mini fair, discover offerings, and engage with suppliers of reusable catering materials, washing facilities, deposit systems, providers of low-packaging beverages (tap systems), and service providers.
Schedule:

11:00 AM – Mini Fair Opens
12:00 PM – Sandwich Buffet Opens
1:00 PM – 2:10 PM – Plenary Session

Welcome Address by Werner Annaert, Director-General (OVAM)
Policy Considerations: An overview of current and future regulations in Belgium and Europe regarding reusable catering materials and selective collection. Presented by Lore Claes (OVAM)
Why Reusable? Insights from experts in the field of reuse systems across various sectors. Featuring Prof. Dr. Els Du Bois (University of Antwerp), Tom Domen (made.), and Annelies Scholaert (OVAM).
Reuse at Sport Events in Paris: Learn from Paris’ journey implementing strategies to reduce disposable packaging at major events. Presented by Lila Durix (City of Paris, in English).

2:15 PM – 2:55 PM – Session 1

Choose from:

Workshop for Local Governments: Analyzing current regulations in practice.
How to Cost-Efficiently Organize the Logistics Process.
Educating Visitors to Promote Desired Behavior.
Providing Tap Water at Your Event.

2:55 PM – 3:45 PM – Break – Visit the Mini Fair
3:00 PM – 4:50 PM – Session 2

Choose from:

How to Organize an Event with Reusable Tableware.
On-Site vs. External Dishwashing: Pros and Cons.
The Municipal Role in Coordination.

4:40 PM – 5:30 PM – Session 3

Choose from:

Achieving 90% Return: Comparing Return Systems.
Organizing Reusable Tableware at Municipal Events.
Selective Collection at Events: Do’s and Don’ts.

5:30 PM – Reception – Visit the Mini Fair
6:30 PM – Conference Ends

Register here

Info session: RSVP Blueprint 2.0 & Reuse Packaging System Fundamentals course
2025-10-08 14:00 - 14:45 UTC | Zoom
Join us for a 45-minute info session to discover how the new Reuse Packaging System Fundamentals course can help you assess your municipality’s readiness and design a tailored, actionable reuse plan. Learn how the RSVP Blueprint 2.0 and expert guidance from Zero Waste Europe and Mission Zero Academy can support your journey toward effective, scalable reuse systems.
Are you working to advance reuse in your city or region, but unsure where to start or how to scale?

Join us for an exclusive info session introducing the new professional training course “Reuse Packaging System Fundamentals: From Concept to Implementation,” developed by Mission Zero Academy (MiZA) and Zero Waste Europe as part of the RSVP Blueprint 2.0.

This online course is designed as a practical tool to help cities, municipalities, and system stakeholders diagnose their current situation and build a tailored, actionable plan for implementing standardised, effective reuse packaging systems.

Based on real-world lessons from seven pioneering European cities—Aarhus, Barcelona, Berlin, Ghent, Leuven, Paris, and Rotterdam—the course empowers learners to:

Understand the five core criteria for successful reuse systems
Adapt reuse models to local needs and legal frameworks
Engage key stakeholders across the value chain
Evaluate performance and identify the next steps
Develop a plan that is ready to present and act on in their municipality

In this 45-minute info session, you will:
✅ Get an overview of the RSVP Blueprint 2.0 and the real-world insights behind it
✅ Learn how the Reuse Packaging System Fundamentals course helps diagnose your starting point and build a tailored reuse action plan
✅ Explore the five essential criteria for designing compliant, scalable, and user-friendly reuse systems
✅ Hear from the course creators about what to expect and how to make the most of the training
✅ Ask questions and find out if the course is the right fit for your municipality or organisation

Speaker
Nathan Dufour – Reuse Systems Manager and Leader of the ReuSe Vanguard Project (RSVP) at Zero Waste Europe
Nathan leads ZWE’s efforts to make reusable packaging systems a reality in Europe, building bridges between CSOs, new businesses, innovators, cities, academics, investors and policy-makers. A substantial part of these efforts is coordinated through the systemic work done as part of the ReuSe Vanguard Project (RSVP), which started in early 2021. Nathan also co-coordinates the business leg of the BFFP-led We Choose Reuse campaign, which, among others, has gathered the support of more than 300 businesses from across Europe.

About the ReuSe Vanguard Project (RSVP)
Launched in 2021, the ReuSe Vanguard Project (RSVP) plays a major role in putting reuse systems at the centre of the solutions agenda in Europe and beyond. The project creates the conditions for a large uptake of reusable packaging in the most strategic sectors, such as takeaway food and drinks. The RSVP consortium is coordinated by Zero Waste Europe and includes Deutsche Umwelthilfe, ENVIU, Fair Resource Foundation, Reseau Vrac et Reemploi, Rezero, and Plastic Change.

Maritime Tourism: Zero Waste Business Day
2025-11-06 09:00 - 13:30 UTC | BIT Centre, inca (Mallorca), Spain
Promoting the reduction of single-use plastics and zero waste practices in maritime tourism.
Who is the event for?
Passenger transport companies
Yacht clubs and marinas
Tourism companies offering maritime activities
Public administrations and sector stakeholders
What will you find?
Presentation of the Marine-ZWB Project
How to obtain the Zero Waste Certification
Real and inspiring success stories
Collaborative working groups

Part 1 Championing Reusables in the Take-Away Sector - A Practical Guide for Municipalities
2026-01-22 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Mission Zero Academy (online)
Ready to transform your city’s take-away culture? This reusable packaging municipalities workshop, led by the experts at Environmental Action Germany (DUH), is your comprehensive guide to tackling single-use waste. Learn to implement effective reuse systems, reduce your city’s environmental footprint, and build a greener, cleaner community.
About this workshop

This workshop offers a comprehensive exploration of the challenges posed by single-use-packaging in the take-away-sector – covering key materials such as plastic, bioplastic and paper. It presents reusable packaging as a sustainable solution, addressing essential aspects of the infrastructure, key stakeholders and hygiene. By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge and tools to understand, analyze, and advocate for well-functioning reuse take-away-systems in their cities. They will also gain practical strategies to promote reuse at a municipal level, driving impactful and sustainable change.

Workshop structure & Agenda

This program is delivered in two comprehensive parts, allowing you to build foundational knowledge and then immediately apply it to a practical implementation plan.
Part 1: From Single-Use Problem to Reuse Solution – Fundamentals for the Take-Away Sector

Date: Wednesday 25 September 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CET
Agenda:

Explore the key challenges posed by single-use materials (plastic, bioplastic, paper).
Examine the environmental and climate impacts of single-use.
Introduce the full lifecycle of reuse systems: from the reuse cycle and required infrastructure to key stakeholders and essential hygiene considerations.

Part 2: Driving Reuse Forward
​Strategies and implementation at the Municipal level

Date: Thursday 2 October 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CET
Agenda:

Focus on practical strategies for municipalities, including single-use packaging taxes (like the city of Tuebingen’s), mandatory reuse offers, and public awareness campaigns.
Analyze best-practice examples and discuss how to adapt them locally.
Engage in a live group work session to develop concrete actions and define next steps for your city.

What you’ll gain from this workshop

Key Insights: Learn diverse strategies like tax on single-use packaging (city of Tuebingen) and PPWR reusable supply obligation to push reusables for take-away at a municipality level.
Practical Knowledge: Gain knowledge of best-practice examples of municipalities supporting reuse in their city through strategies like single-use-packaging tax (Tuebingen), reuse offer obligation of Germany, and Reuse infrastructure Pilot in Berlin.
Effective Advocacy Skills: Develop the ability to clearly explain the benefits of reusable take-away solutions and confidently address common counter-arguments with facts and practical examples.
Hands-On Learning: Engage with interactive exercises and real-life case studies to apply your knowledge in practice.

About your trainer – DUH – Deutsche Umwelthilfe e.V.

Environmental Action Germany (DUH) is a politically independent, non-profit environmental and consumer protection organization founded in 1975. For over 40 years, DUH has been dedicated to preserving the natural foundations of life, uniquely combining environmental protection with consumer advocacy in Germany. The organization operates primarily at national and European levels, campaigning for sustainable lifestyles and economic systems that respect ecological boundaries. DUH also actively fights for biodiversity preservation, natural asset protection, and climate action, believing that efficiency, renewable energies, sustainable mobility, and waste avoidance are crucial for the planet’s future. As a recognized association with the right to instigate legal proceedings, DUH is a prominent voice in Germany’s environmental landscape and a member of the European Environmental Bureau (EEB).

Part 2 - Championing Reusables in the Take-Away Sector - A Practical Guide for Municipalities
2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Mission Zero Academy (online)
