CircleWaste Adrion
TOPICS
e-waste, circular economy, pilot project
PERIOD
September 2024 – September 2027
LOCATION
Montenegro
FUNDERS
European Union, Adrion Interreg
PARTNERS
Association of Municipalities of Slovenia (ZOS), REUSE Center (CPU), ASSO Agency for Sustainable Development (ASSO), Institute for Innovation & Sustainable Development (AEIPLOUS), Regional Development Agency Dubrovnik-Neretva County (DUNEA), Municipality of Kicevo (Kicevo City), UET Centre, Municipality of Mirdita (Bashkia Mirdite), Entrepreneurship and Business Association LiNK (LiNK), Association for Youth Development “European Youth Association”, Zero Waste Montenegro (ZWMNE), Municipality of Tuzi (MoT)
Summary
The CircleWaste project addresses the critical issue of electronic waste in the Adriatic-Ionian region by fostering a sustainable, circular approach to waste management. This initiative unites 12 partners across eight countries to create innovative, environmentally conscious solutions that mitigate both environmental and economic challenges associated with e-waste.
CircleWaste aims to establish a circular economy for e-waste by creating a business model that ensures a continuous supply of e-waste for reuse, refurbishment, and recycling, effectively reducing the waste’s linearity in the ADRION area. To achieve this, the project has developed a Transnational Strategy for e-waste management alongside regional Territorial Action Plans, which are designed to address the unique needs of local communities.
Through pilot initiatives like Smart Delivery Boxes and Prepaid Return Labels, CircleWaste promotes responsible e-waste collection and recycling practices. By increasing e-waste collection rates and fostering regional cooperation, CircleWaste engages the public in sustainable consumption practices, leveraging digital innovation and community partnerships. These efforts contribute to EU sustainability goals and support a resilient circular economy, setting a replicable example for sustainable e-waste management across Europe.