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21 February 2025
CERES Curriculum: Training for the transition to the circular economy
The transition to a circular economy requires specific skills and a paradigm shift in the way we think about sustainability, resource management, and production. In response to these challenges, the CERES (Circular Economy Innovation Ecosystems Redesigning Skills) project was born, an ambitious initiative that aims to create a bridge between academic training and the practical skills needed to meet the challenges of the future.
12 November 2024
CERES at ECOMONDO: Strengthening the link between sustainability and skills development
Last week, the CERES project made a significant impact at ECOMONDO - Italian Exhibition Group, one of Europe’s leading expos dedicated to green technologies, circular economy, and sustainability. Held at Riminifiera, Italy, the event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators, all working towards a more sustainable and resource-efficient future.
28 October 2024
CERES project advances in Larnaca: contributing to the future of Circular Economy education
Last week, CERES project partners convened in Larnaca, Cyprus, for a pivotal meeting focused on evaluating progress, refining strategies, and piloting the CERES Curricula. This gathering marked a significant step in the project’s mission to bridge the gap between education on the circular economy and labor market needs by offering innovative training curricula tailored to equip learners with the skills required for a more sustainable and resource-efficient future.
18 July 2024
CERES, a digital platform for circular economy training
The Circular Economy Digital Innovation Hub is a digital platform where users and SMEs can find a space for discussion on issues of ecological transition, courses and information materials on circularity. This is in line with the objectives of the CERES project, of which the CDCA is one of the actors. It has entered the piloting phase, this is how it will work
23 April 2024
CERES report on circular economy training needs: first results of the study
The report was realised by ten European partners from companies, the training world and universities in which the gap between current training offers and the real needs of the labour market is assessed. The first step to close the skills gap for the circular economy
23 April 2024
WEBTALK
Training needs for Circular Economy, bridging resilience, digital and technical skills
13th May 2024
4.00 pm (CET)
Online
During the webtalk, experts will provide an exclusive sneak peek into the results from the CERES partnership’s report on Circular Economy educational needs. 
22 April 2024
Updated curricula for education and training: the CERES project enters phase 2
Hernan Ruiz from the École des Ponts Business School (EPBS) in Paris explains the activities of his working group within the CERES project. The aim is to develop updated curricula for higher education and vocational training. With a focus on technological skills and the circular economy
22 April 2024
Strengthening collaboration: CERES project meeting in Bari
The CERES project recently reached an important milestone with a dynamic and engaging meeting held in Bari, Italy. Bringing together project partners, researchers, and experts, the event provided an essential space for discussion, reflection, and strategic planning. Over the course of the meeting, participants examined the latest developments within the working groups, assessed progress, and outlined the next steps for the project’s implementation.
16 October 2023
What skills and competences are needed in the circular economy? CERES survey for companies tries to investigate the matter
CERES is taking its initial steps to identify training requirements that can support the development of a circular economy. The survey has been officially launched among European companies to analyze vocational needs and practical challenges.
12 October 2023
