2025: Circular economy

Tuesday 18 March

Meeting Hall

Free of charge

Reducing Climate Footprint and Building Resilience.

In the face of climate change, the circular economy offers a powerful framework for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating environmental impact. By shifting from linear “take-make-dispose” models to a regenerative approach that maximizes resource efficiency, circular practices can significantly cut down our climate footprint. This seminar will explore the practical strategies, challenges, and benefits of a circular economy in addressing these urgent environmental issues.

We are honored to have expert speakers from three diverse regions—Chile, Vaasa Finland – winner of European Green Leaf Awards 2026, and a Guimaraes Portugal, winner of European Green Capital 2026 —sharing insights on how their communities are embracing circular solutions to reduce emissions and better prepare for the impacts of climate change. These case studies will highlight how policies, partnerships, and local innovations are making a measurable difference in adapting to and mitigating climate challenges.

Stay tuned for updates to our program, and we look forward to a day of learning, collaboration, and inspiration as we work together toward a sustainable, resilient future.

Hanna Malkamäki
Project Manager, Sustainable Development and Circular Economy, VASEK
+358505638605

Circular Economy

Reducing climate footprints and building resilience

Welcome to the seminar

Project Manager, Sustainable Development and Circular Economy, VASEK
Energy and Climate Specialist
City of Vaasa

Green Deal of Circular Economy – The City of Vaasa's Process and Some Highlights of Circular Economy Actions

Landscape Architect
City of Vaasa

Guimaraes, winner of European Green Capital 2026

Executive Director
Laboratório da Paisagem

Roadmap for a Circular Chile by 2040

Q&A, final thoughts

Project Manager, Sustainable Development and Circular Economy, VASEK
Landscape Architect
City of Vaasa
Executive Director
Laboratório da Paisagem

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