The European “Dance Floor” for Circular Innovation
ECIV connects innovation ecosystems across Europe to develop and scale sustainable solutions for circular economy.
Project Objectives
Connect Regional Innovation Ecosystems
Establish a European Circular Innovation Valley, linking diverse regions to share expertise, resources, and best practices in circular economy innovation.
Transform Industrial Value Chains
Support the shift from linear to circular value chains by fostering innovation in materials, processes, and business models, ensuring sustainable economic growth.
Bridge the Innovation Gap
Enhance collaboration between innovation leaders and emerging regions, ensuring equitable access to knowledge, funding, and technological advancements.
Mobilize Investments for Circular Innovation
Launch open calls and funding programs, channelling €16.3M in public funding and €7M in private investment to support circular economy projects.
Shape Circular Economy Policies and Strategies
Influence regional and EU-wide policies by developing strategic action plans, mentoring programs, and knowledge-sharing platforms to accelerate circular transformation.
News
October 2, 2025
A Former Spinning Mill in Normandie to be Transformed into a “City of Tomorrow’s Textiles”
A €30 million project will transform an abandoned Bolbec site into a sustainable textiles hub.
October 10, 2025
Navarra Advances Circular Water Management in Industry
Navarra is stepping up efforts to embed circular economy principles into industrial water management.
October 2, 2025
Circular Skills, Stronger Regions: Building the Workforce of the Future
Workforce upskilling is vital for scaling circular economy strategies across Europe.
October 2, 2025
Navarra – a region at the forefront of Europe’s circular transition
Navarra is driving circular transition, uniting business, policy and innovation to foster sustainable growth and collaboration.
September 19, 2025
European Circular Innovation Valley anchors regional collaboration in Groningen
Partners meet in Netherlands for a consortium meeting
18 partners from 12 regions and 8 countries
