High-Level Plenary Session

Key high-level representatives from the European Commission and the EESC will set the tone for the day, offering insights on how to turn circular strategies into real-world solutions – with the support of EU flagship initiatives such as the Circular Cities & Regions Initiative (CCRI) and the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform (ECESP). 

Speakers

• John Bell, European Commission, Directorate-General for Research and Innovation, Healthy Planet Director
• Emmanuelle Maire, Head of Circular Economy, Sustainable Production & Consumption Unit, DG Environment, European Commission
• Peter Schmidt, Member of the European Economic and Social Committee, President of the Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment Section (NAT)
• Sirpa Pietikäinen, Member of the European Parliament

Moderator: Katrina Sichel