How can circularity fuel Europe’s competitiveness? That’s the core question driving this year’s EU Green Week, which officially opened today in Brussels. Bringing together over 800 in-person attendees — and many more online — EU Green Week 2025 is Europe’s flagship environmental conference, focusing this year on how circular solutions can strengthen economic resilience, reduce dependence on external resources, and support sustainable industrial growth.

💬 "We need a change of mindset. Not only among consumers, but for businesses as well," said Commissioner Jessika Roswall, who opened the high-level discussions this morning. Her keynote emphasised the circular economy not only as an environmental imperative, but as a cornerstone of Europe’s strategic autonomy and economic security.

🔍 This year’s agenda features:

Deep dives into the Circular Economy Act and the Clean Industrial Deal Panels on the role of AI, bioeconomy, and water resilience in circular transition The LIFE Awards, honouring Europe’s most innovative projects in circularity, nature and climate From policy to practice, Green Week 2025 sets the stage for actionable change — showcasing how cities, regions, and industries can transition to models that waste less, reuse more, and build long-term prosperity.