The European Commission’s upcoming Circular Economy Act is expected to become a key instrument for strengthening Europe’s competitiveness, resource efficiency and circular transition. At the same time, implementation will largely take place at local and regional level, where investments, infrastructure and circular solutions are already being developed in practice. The Stockholm Region Association for European Affairs hereby presents its position on the act’s key principles, technical design and feasibility. (Se svensk version nedan)
On June 10, the Stockholm Region EU Office and the Stockholm Green InnovationDistrict held a breakfast seminar as part of the New European Bauhaus conference on how to create sustainable, inclusive, and beautiful places together with and for citizens. The seminar featured a keynote address by a representative from Commissioner Jessika Roswall’s cabinet and a discussion with representatives from both the district and Envac, the sustainable and smart waste sorting system. (Se svensk version nedan)
On 4 June, the Nordic capital regions of Stockholm, Copenhagen, Helsinki and Oslo hosted a partner event as part of EU Green Week 2026. The event explored strategies and challenges for advancing a nature-positive economy and strengthening biodiversity through nature credits, policy development, land use and innovation. Participants shared valuable insights from city and regional perspectives on different approaches to integrating nature values into spatial planning, business development and the practical implementation of the green transition. (Se svensk version nedan)
