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
March 25, 2025
Regions Unite in Sweden to Boost Europe’s Green Future
The European Circular Innovation Valley (ECIV) consortium recently convened in Sweden, bringing together representatives from thirteen European territories to define concrete priorities that will drive regional circular economy projects through 2029.
March 14, 2025
Navarra allocates €6.43 million to boost innovation in the circular economy
Mikel Irujo, Minister of Economic and Business Development of Navarre, participated in the first working session held in the region within the framework of the European Circular Innovation Valley (ECIV) project.
September 10, 2024
Europe’s Largest Circular Economy Initiative Launches
The European Circular Innovation Valley (ECIV) project officially kicked this week with a meeting Brussels, Belgium.
19 partners from 13 regions and 9 countries
