The team of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) programme of the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) will participate in a workshop "Advancing Circular Economy Actions and Synergies to Raise Ambition Towards SDG Commitments: Insights from Southeast Asia."
Organized by EU SWITCH-Asia Policy Support Component (PSC) in collaboration with ASEAN Circular Economy Business Alliance, ARAIBA Sdn Bhd, and the EU Delegation to Thailand , the event will take place on 26 February 2025.
Discussions will focus on the role of circular economy in driving sustainable economic growth, fostering job creation, and promoting innovation. A key emphasis will be placed on how businesses, including micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), can transition to resource-efficient and low-carbon models.
Key discussion points:
✔ How can circular economy actions support sustainability ambitions in Southeast Asia?
✔ How do circular strategies contribute to SDGs 8, 9, 12, and 17?
✔ What policy approaches can support businesses in adopting circular economy practices?
✔ Experiences and best practices from companies implementing circular solutions.
Additional information: https://www.switch-asia.eu/event/advancing-circular-economy-actions-and-synergies-to-raise-ambition-towards-sdg-commitments/