Circular Economy | Freire Institute

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Price: GBP 250.00

Circular Economy

Building sustainable and equitable local economies

Empowering communities and businesses to create sustainable , regenerative local practices

This workshop invites professionals, businesses, and sustainability advocates to explore and implement sustainable practices that promote ecological balance and social responsibility. It seeks to deepen understanding of the circular economy — an economic system that prioritizes regeneration, minimizes waste, and reuses resources — while empowering participants to contribute to sustainable transformations within their communities.

Participants will engage in problem-posing sessions where they can reflect on their own practices, challenge traditional models of consumption, and collaboratively explore alternatives. The workshop is designed to break away from passive learning, enabling participants to co-create knowledge through dialogue and active participation. Topics will include reducing material waste through innovation, designing products and systems for longevity and recyclability, and integrating circular economy principles into business models. Participants will also have the opportunity to share experiences and strategies that have worked in their own sectors, creating a rich exchange of ideas and a...

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Duration

You will continue to be registered in the course area for 3 months following the workshop.

Course Delivery

Course materials such as videos, readings and tasks will be released over the period of your enrollment. Live online seminars are not part of the course content but may be made available as a bonus.

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You will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.

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