SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 16, 2025 – The inaugural Circular Valley Convention (CVC) is set to take place on March 12-13, 2025, at the Areal Böhler in Düsseldorf, Germany. This groundbreaking event will unite decision-makers from across all industries who are committed to driving the transformation towards a sustainable circular economy. With its theme "Uniting Industries for a Circular Tomorrow," the CVC promises to be an essential gathering for those seeking to shape the future of business.
A Platform for Knowledge Transfer and User-Oriented Solutions
The CVC aims to provide a platform for attendees to gain valuable knowledge, network with industry leaders, and collaboratively develop visionary ideas for the circular economy. By bringing together experts from business, science, politics, and society, the convention will cover all dimensions and the entire value chain of the circular economy across industries and materials. The focus will be on developing practical solutions for the sustainable transformation of business models.
Ministerpräsident Hendrik Wüst to Serve as Patron
Organized by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with the Circular Valley Foundation and with scientific support from the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology (UMSICHT), the CVC has garnered significant support. Notably, North Rhine-Westphalian Ministerpräsident Hendrik Wüst will serve as patron of the event. His endorsement underscores the convention's importance and highlights the crucial link between economic progress and active climate protection for a sustainable future.
Innovative Event Concept: Conference, Expo, and Networking
The CVC will feature an innovative format that combines a conference, expo, and networking event. This comprehensive approach caters to attendees seeking both innovation and inspiration.
- Conference: The conference program goes beyond theoretical knowledge, actively encouraging the application of circular economy principles within a professional context. By connecting current research findings with practical solutions, the CVC bridges the gap between science and business, offering attendees a real knowledge advantage.
- Expo: The expo will showcase the vast potential of the circular economy with exhibits from global market leaders, SMEs, and innovative start-ups. Attendees can explore groundbreaking innovations such as AI-supported recycling solutions, resource-efficient production techniques, future-oriented materials like bio-based plastics and renewable textiles, digital solutions that efficiently support companies in implementing circular business models, and approaches for sustainable and circular construction.
- Networking: The integrated networking area will provide ample opportunities for matchmaking and building new collaborations. The "Circular Night" evening event on March 12, 2025, will offer an exclusive setting for networking in a relaxed atmosphere with an engaging program and music.
High-Profile Conference Program Unveiled
The CVC boasts an impressive conference program with presentations and discussion panels providing exclusive strategic insights and showcasing concrete, user-oriented solutions.
The distinguished speaker lineup includes visionaries and leading experts such as:
- Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft: He will illuminate the role of research and technology in the circular economy.
- Auguste Laurent, CEO Der Grüne Punkt: He will address how to successfully design circular value chains for plastics.
- Katja Busch, Chief Commercial Officer DHL Group: She will discuss the role of logistics in the transition from a linear to a circular system.
- Dr. Christine Lemaitre, CEO of the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) e. V.: She will examine the opportunities and challenges of circular construction.
- Other notable speakers include: Ulrike Sapiro, Chief Sustainability Officer Henkel; Dr. Martin Sonnenschein, CEO Heidelberger Druckmaschinen; and Sean Jones, Chief Sustainability Officer at Microsoft Germany.
With over 200 circular economy experts sharing their knowledge across three stages, attendees can look forward to two days filled with keynotes, presentations, pitches, masterclasses, and panel discussions. The complete conference program with all focus topics, times, and speakers is available on the CVC website.
A Marketplace for Circular Solutions
Leading exhibitors and partners such as the Fraunhofer Cluster of Excellence Circular Plastics Economy, the Circular Valley Foundation, SAP, EPSON, Interzero, Ernst & Young, NRW Global Business, PlasticsEurope Deutschland, the German Association for Plastics Packaging and Films, the LEONHARD KURZ Stiftung, the Fraunhofer Building Innovation Alliance, Pöppelmann, and many other players from business and science have confirmed their participation in the CVC to jointly develop cross-sector solutions for the challenges of our time.
Numerous associations, multipliers, and strong Messe Düsseldorf brands such as "K" (plastics), "interpack" (packaging), "drupa" (print), "glasstec" (glass), "wire" & "Tube" (steel), and "Bright World of Metals" (metal) also support the convention and contribute their expertise.
International Best Practices
With over 100 exhibitors and an expected 2,500 participants from numerous countries, the CVC offers an international perspective, opening doors to global networks and markets. The exchange with experts from around the world will allow attendees to broaden their horizons and learn from international best practices.
Key topics at the convention include:
- Value cycles for plastics
- Circular economy in construction
- Circular packaging and printing solutions
- Electronic products in a circular economy
- Digital circular economy and artificial intelligence
- Circular logistics
Furthermore, companies will present various strategies for circular business models and demonstrate how these can be applied to implement their own sustainability goals.
More Than Just a Trade Fair
The urgency for sustainable solutions has never been greater. In the face of global challenges such as climate change and resource scarcity, the circular economy is a top priority in almost all industries. The CVC addresses this by not only presenting innovations but also demonstrating concrete courses of action.
Decision-makers will benefit significantly from participating in the CVC. Circular business models offer competitive advantages, reduce costs in the long term, minimize dependence on scarce resources, and improve risk management.
Participation in the Circular Valley Convention is possible with the Corporate Ticket for €649 or the Science Ticket for €549. Tickets are available on the CVC website.
About the Circular Valley Convention
The Circular Valley Convention is the new global platform for the circular economy, featuring an innovative event format combining a conference, expo, and an exclusive networking event. It brings together decision-makers and experts from business, science, politics, and society to advance circular solutions and the transformation to a circular economy. The convention aims to promote sustainable, efficient, and cross-sector value chains and showcase innovative technologies and materials. The event is organized by Messe Düsseldorf in cooperation with the Circular Valley Foundation and with scientific support from the Fraunhofer Institute for Environmental, Safety, and Energy Technology UMSICHT.
For more information about the Circular Valley Convention and to register, please visit www.cvc-duesseldorf.com.