Explore the forefront of circular innovation and sustainability with our exclusive delegation trip to Europe, designed for corporate decision-makers. Immerse yourself in cutting-edge solutions and practices in Zurich, Switzerland, and Southern Munich Metropolitan Region, Germany. This unique opportunity allows you to connect with European leaders in circular economy innovation, gaining first-hand insights into sustainable practices that are shaping industries worldwide.
Circular Economy Delegation Trip: Europe 2025
Join Us on a Journey into the Future of Circular Economy
Stay in the Loop for 2025/26
- Our next Circularity Journey will take place end of 2025/beginning 2026.
- Want to be the first to know when spots open up? We’ll keep you informed and send updates as soon as details are ready.
Discover the Circular Advantage
This delegation trip focuses on real life case studies that show:
- Repair, Remanufacture, and Recycling: Learn strategies to extend product lifecycles.
- Takeback & Reverse Logistics: Discover systems for reclaiming and reusing resources.
- Recommerce and Reusable Packaging: Explore innovative approaches to sustainable consumption.
- Circular Business Models and Agriculture: Uncover solutions transforming industries.
- Sustainability Across Supply Chains: Gain insights into holistic circular practices.
- Better Resource Management: Enhance resilience and secure productivity amid supply chain risks.
- Circular Design/Eco Design: Leverage design innovations to reduce costs, optimize processes, and gain a market edge
You’ll also dive into EU regulations and legislation, including PPWD, ESPR, DDP, and EPR, gaining valuable knowledge to navigate evolving compliance landscapes and what this legislation means for you in your corporation.
Trip Highlights
Monday, May 12th:
Zurich, Switzerland
- Kick-off meeting of the delegation group: Program overview and Q&A session
- Visit ON Running to explore their approach to circular product innovation: Guided tour and exclusive exchange with Co-Founder & Executive Co-Chairman Caspar Coppetti.
- Visit FREITAG to explore their approach to closed-loop production: Guided tour and exclusive exchange with CEO Janine Bühler about their zero-waste philosophy and commitment to extending product lifecycles.
- Evening Dinner & Reflections on the Day
Tuesday, May 13th: Zurich & Surroundings
- Tour ETH Zürich’s Sustainability Lab, a hub for cutting-edge research.
- Join an exclusive networking event at the Vitra Campus in Weil am Rhein (near Basel)
- Transfer to Munich/Dinner
Wednesday, May 14th: Munich, Germany
- Visit Organic Garden to explore their innovative approach, holistic food concepts, and smart catering solutions
- Visit Siemens in Erlangen: Explore the manufacturing site and Digital Experience Center for insights into Siemens’ circularity strategy and technologies, including simulation, AI, and automated disassembly. Optional visit to the Repair Center in Fürth to see circular economy in action
- Attend the Circular Tech Dinner Party in Munich, meeting innovative circular startups.
Thursday, May 15th: Munich & Surroundings
- Tour of BMW Group’s Recycling and Dismantling Centre (RDC): Gain insights into 30 years of pioneering circular economy practices in automotive engineering
- Visit one of Munich’s renowned breweries to learn about its circular bottle reuse system and the logistics behind it
- Closing Dinner with special guest Vojtech Vosecky, the leading voice in Europe’s circular economy
Friday, May 16th: Munich
- Guided tour of Munich’s Werksviertel-Mitte: Explore the city’s vibrant hub of culture, creativity, start-ups, and innovation
- Wrap up the week with tailored support in outlining key learnings, action points and potential ROI calculations to put new learnings into practice asap.
Who Should Join
This trip is ideal for:
- Decision-makers in R&D, Innovation, ESG, and Sustainability departments.
- Professionals who seek real life case studies of strong circular business practices.
- Leaders seeking inspriation on how to implement sustainable strategies.
Why Join?
Return on Investment (ROI):
- Exclusive Insights: Engage with leading European corporates and startups.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Understand critical EU legislation affecting global markets and get support understanding what it means for your business.
- Peer Networking: Build connections with like-minded professionals.
- Hands-On Experience: Gain practical knowledge to implement circular practices and real life case studies you can bring back to your team
- Strategic Advantage: Stay ahead in sustainability-driven innovation.
About the Organizers
This trip is curated and moderated by two leaders in the circular economy. Together, we bring unparalleled expertise and connections to ensure a transformative experience.
Indeed Innovation Visit Indeed Innovation
Global Design and Innovation Firm for a Circular Economy.
Circulaze Visit Circulaze
Leading ecosystem for the Circular Economy, connecting players across industries.
Speakers
Vojtech Vosecky
Circular Economist
is a circular economist, LinkedIn Top Green Voice, and Favikon’s #1 LinkedIn Green Creator for ten consecutive months in 2024. With over a decade of experience, he has worked on major EU circular economy policies and led Prague’s circular transition for four years. Since 2014, he has collaborated with hundreds of organizations, advising CEOs and policymakers. He now runs The Circular Economist, helping businesses and individuals navigate the circular economy. Based in Gothenburg, he continues to drive impact globally.
Dr. Catharina Bening-Bach
Co-lead sus.lab
is a tenured senior scientist and group leader at the Chair for Sustainability and Technology at ETH Zurich. She is also a steering committee member of sus.lab, the sustainability-in-business lab. Her research focuses on the sustainable circular economy, exploring technological innovations and regulatory shifts needed to reduce resource consumption. She has led multiple projects on plastics, construction, food waste, and industry transformation.
Caspar Coppetti
Co-Founder and Executive Co-Chairman, On
is a Co-Founder and Executive Co-Chairman of On, a role he has held since April 2021. Previously, he served as Chairman and Global Sales Director since On’s inception in 2010. With expertise in brand development and marketing, he was Managing Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at Young & Rubicam (2004–2010) and a Management Consultant at McKinsey & Company (2001–2003). Since 2018, he has been on the board of InnHub La Punt AG. He holds a Dr. Oec. diploma from the University of St. Gallen.
Alexander Schüll
Anna Cathrin Tenbrinck
Program Manager Sustainability and Circularity at Siemens AG
As a passionate advocate for circularity, Cathrin Tenbrinck leverages her extensive expertise in technology and innovation to spearhead impactful sustainability initiatives as Program Manager Sustainability and Circularity at Siemens AG. With her open and positive nature, she inspires others through her work and believes in the power of ecosystems and networking to drive progress. Cathrin’s leadership and deep knowledge are pivotal in advancing the transition towards a sustainable, circular economy and shaping a more environmentally-conscious future.
Alexander Schüll
Head of Recycling and Dismantling Centre, BMW Group
leads the (RDC), a key innovation hub for circularity in the automotive industry. With over 30 years of expertise, the RDC pioneers advanced recycling processes, setting new standards for sustainable vehicle dismantling and material reuse. By sharing its findings with global industry partners, the RDC plays a vital role in shaping the future of circular automotive design. Alexander and his team focus on integrating recyclability into vehicle development from the outset, ensuring that today’s end-of-life vehicles become valuable resources for the cars of tomorrow.
Janine Weiz-Bühler
Navigator/ CEO, Freitag
Janine is responsible for the strategic direction and overall management of the company, with a focus on enabling leadership. With extensive experience in design, product management, brand leadership, and deep understanding of the circular economy.
Our Partners and Hosts
Take this chance to engage with the best and brightest in circular economy practices. Be part of the movement to drive sustainable innovation forward!
Switzerland
ON Running: Sustainable sportswear innovations.
ETH Zürich Sustainability Lab: Groundbreaking circular research.
Vitra: A design icon fostering sustainability and innovation.
Freitag: Transforming truck tarps into unique, sustainable bags since 1993.
Germany
Organic Garden: Transforming agriculture sustainably.
Siemens: Advancing energy and automation for a sustainable future.
BMW (RTZ): Innovating in circular automotive production.