About
The European Circular Innovation Valley (ECIV) is a strategic initiative uniting 19 organization in nine EU regions to accelerate circular economy adoption.
Through collaborative innovation, industrial partnerships, and technology-driven sustainability, ECIV acts as a dynamic “dance floor” for circular innovation, supporting Europe’s climate neutrality and resource efficiency goals.
Mission
To develop scalable circular economy solutions by transforming value chains and fostering cross-sector innovation.
Vision
A Europe-wide ecosystem where regions co-create circular economy strategies for global competitiveness.
Core values
Innovation
Collaboration
Sustainability
Scalability
Timeline
Funding
| Grand agreement ID: 101161155 |
| DOI: 10.2826/0742354 |
| Funded under: European innovation ecosystems (horizon europe) |
| Coordinated by: Comunidad foral de navarra - gobierno de navarra |
| Overall budget: €27 162 498 |
| EU contribution: €13 579 061,51 |
Regional Innovation Valleys
Regional Innovation Valleys (RIVs) are a key initiative of the New European Innovation Agenda, connecting Europe’s regions to tackle shared challenges like circularity, digital transformation, and energy resilience. With support from Horizon Europe and the European Regional Development Fund, 147 regions are strengthening their innovation ecosystems through cross-border collaboration and targeted investment.
