SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 7, 2024 – Messe Düsseldorf, in partnership with the Circular Valley Foundation and the Fraunhofer Institute UMSICHT, has announced the launch of the Circular Valley Convention 2025. This premier event, scheduled for March 12-13, 2025, at Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, Germany, is poised to become the world's leading platform for advancing the circular economy.
"The Circular Valley Convention is a significant step towards accelerating the transition to a circular economy," said Wolfram N. Diener, CEO of Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. "By uniting industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and researchers, we aim to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of groundbreaking solutions that will shape a more sustainable future."
Holistic Approach to Circularity
The convention will adopt a holistic approach to the circular economy, covering all aspects of the value chain, from design and manufacturing to recycling and resource recovery. It will provide a platform for cross-industry collaboration, encouraging participants to share insights, best practices, and innovative technologies that can contribute to a closed-loop system.
Key Themes and Focus Areas
The Circular Valley Convention 2025 will address three critical themes:
- Enabling Value Chains: Exploring strategies for creating circular value chains that maximize resource utilization and minimize waste across industries.
- Enabling Technologies: Showcasing cutting-edge technologies that support circular processes, such as recycling, remanufacturing, and repair.
- Enabling Materials: Promoting the use of sustainable materials and the development of new materials with enhanced recyclability and biodegradability.
Dr. Carsten Gerhardt, Initiator of the Circular Valley Foundation, emphasized the importance of practical solutions:"The convention will not only showcase theoretical concepts but also highlight real-world examples of circular economy solutions that are already making a positive impact."
A Comprehensive Program for Industry Leaders
The convention's program is designed to engage and inspire attendees through:
- High-Level Conference: Featuring keynote speeches, panel discussions, and workshops led by renowned experts and thought leaders in the field of circular economy.
- Interactive Expo: Showcasing a wide array of circular products, services, and technologies from leading companies and startups.
- Networking Opportunities: Facilitating meaningful connections and collaborations among participants from diverse backgrounds.
Philip Scheffler, Project Lead for the Circular Valley Convention, emphasized the event's potential for transformative impact: "The Circular Valley Convention is a unique opportunity for stakeholders across the value chain to come together and accelerate the transition to a circular economy. We invite everyone who is committed to building a more sustainable future to join us in Düsseldorf in 2025."
Registration and Further Information
Registration for the Circular Valley Convention 2025 is now open. For more information, please visit the official website: www.cvc-duesseldorf.com.