Event

RE:DESIGN | Making the Circular Economy Happen

Join RE:DESIGN on February 18, 2025, in Brussels to explore how ecodesign can drive circular innovation, cost-efficiency, and sustainability.

Discover the transformative power of ecodesign for a sustainable future.

RE:DESIGN explores the transformative role of ecodesign in driving circularity and innovation. This session provides valuable insights into how ecodesign combines cost-effectiveness and sustainability for forward-thinking businesses. Connect with stakeholders from all Belgian regions and various sectors to learn how ecodesign unlocks opportunities through cost-efficiency, innovation, and sustainability.

For Whom?

Business leaders and innovators exploring sustainability
Designers and ecodesign enthusiasts
Policymakers, industry pioneers, and creative thinkers

Key Takeaways

Understand how ecodesign accelerates circularity in business models.
Access practical tools for creating adaptable, repairable, and sustainable products.
Learn from leading ecodesign cases and gain insights on key legislation.
Network with stakeholders who are actively shaping the circular economy.

Sneak peak of the program

Time	Topic	Speaker
12:00	Registration & welcome lunch
13:30	Introduction
13:45	Keynote speakers, followed by a panel discussion on ecodesign legislation, standardization and how to measure the sustainability impact	Karine Van Doorsselaer \| Senior Lecturer in Materials Science and Ecodesign \| UAntwerp Olivier Wathelet \| Founder and manager \| Users matter
14:40	Coffee break & networking
15:15	Breakout sessions: 3 blocks with 4 parallel thematic tracks: each block, you can select 1 track.
17:20	Conclusions
17:30	Networking drink and matchmaking

Breakout Sessions

	TRACK A	TRACK B	TRACK C	TRACK D
Block 1 \| 15:15	Design for as-a-service in B2B cases	Role of the designer	Circular value network design	Modular design & design for repair in B2C cases
15:45	BREAK
Block 2 \| 16:00	Role of the designer	Modular design & design for repair in B2C cases	Material selection in ecodesign	Ecodesign tools
16:30	BREAK
Block 3 \| 16:45	Circular value network design	Material selection in ecodesign	Ecodesign in manufacturing process	Design for as-a-service in B2B cases