Learning Network – Circular Economy Connect 2026-2027

Want to bring circular economy into practice, together with other technology companies? Join the Circular Economy Connect learning network. Over five sessions across one year, you’ll work hands-on on real circular challenges. Topics are selected based on participant needs. Expect inspiration, peer exchange and actionable insights — in a safe, expert-supported learning environment co-organised by Sirris and Agoria.

For whom?

This learning network is designed for technology companies of all sizes and sectors — from ambitious startups to seasoned players exploring or already implementing circular strategies. If you want to move from ambition to action, and prefer learning with and from peers, this network is for you.

Key takeaways

Since 2016, Sirris and Agoria have brought together companies through Circular Economy Connect — a collaborative learning network focused on translating circular ambitions into real-world progress. Participants share successes and roadblocks, challenge each other’s thinking, and co-develop solutions that stick.

Programme

Each edition of the learning network is co-designed with its members. Topics are selected based on the actual challenges and shared priorities of the participating companies. This ensures that the programme is always tailored, relevant and grounded in reality. Examples of previously covered topics include:

• Design for Circularity & Circular Business Models
• Building Circular Ecosystems
• Measuring Circularity
• Upcoming Laws & Regulations

Expect a pragmatic, challenge-driven approach — supported by expert guidance, peer exchange, and case-based learning.

Practical information

• Kick-off session: 8 October 2026 (full-day, in person)
• Four full-day sessions spread across one year, hosted at participating companies. The dates for the in-depth sessions will be set during the kick-off meeting.
• Company spotlight: deep dives into participant cases with group feedback
• Short online inspiration sessions with international experts and hands-on practices

This programme is part of Industriepartnershap in which 13 Flemish innovation partners offer an integrated service to stimulate growth and innovation in the Flemish industry in the 6 following themes: AI, Cybersecurity, Circularity, Digitisation, Climate & Energy and Industry 4.0. They do so under the leadership of Agoria and Sirris and with the support of Agentschap Innoveren & Ondernemen. 

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