Advancing the Circular Economy: WCEF and Materials-as-a-Service

Wrapping up on the quick succession of WCEF2022 and ‘2023, this online workshop shed some light on the highlights of ACEN’s experience with the two forums as well as some of the contributions from across the continent. One of the major benefits of the Forum is the space it provides for project development with key partners. To evidence that, the event used breakout rooms to dig a little deeper into a concept highlighted at WCEF2023 which ACEN is working on with Turntoo, Chatham House, and Het Groene Brein: Materials-as-a-Service. 

During this workshop there was opportunity for active participation in the form of 5 breakout rooms with the below themes.



1. Communities and Basic Income

2. Governance and Blockchain 

3. Traceability and Metal Passports 

4. Business Case and Financing 

5. Artisanal Mining and Formalisation