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Connecting companies and researchers is the path to a circular economy

As part of the Start Circles project, an international virtual conference was held on 3 February 2021, at which the existing R&D competencies in the field of the circular economy were presented, with an emphasis on plastic and wood materials in Slovenia and Austria. Examples of good innovation practices in Slovenian and Austrian companies as a result of cooperation with research organizations were presented. A representative of Tiko Pro company presented the upcoming possibilities for obtaining EU funds for the introduction of circular solutions in companies. According to Tiko Pro, cooperation with research institutions is crucial for successful EU projects applications. At the round table, moderated by dr. Aleš Ugovšek, representatives of research organizations and companies presented their views on circularity. The event was held in three languages (slo, nem, ang), with simultaneous translation.

Lecturers' presentations are available via the links in the Agenda.

Event recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jTP4DvL2CQ

More info about project Start Circles HERE.

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UP FTPO receives two gold and one silver award for innovations in the Koroška region

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