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The SEEDS Annual Conference 2026, hosted by the University of Ferrara in collaboration with the Horizon Europe BioFairNet project, will explore the intersection of Circular Economy and Bioeconomy in addressing climate change and facilitating the EU's transition towards sustainability.
Themes and Participation
The conference encourages submissions from senior scholars, PhD students, and early-career researchers, welcoming diverse methodological approaches—qualitative, quantitative, and mixed. Key themes include:
- Renewable energy generation and its climate impacts
- Waste management practices, including prevention, reuse, recycling, and energy recovery
- The bioeconomy and the transition from non-renewable to renewable materials
- Enhancing efficiency and cooperation within production chains
- Promoting the durability and sharing of goods to mitigate climate change
Additionally, a workshop for early and emerging scholars will be held on December 2, 2026, aimed at fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and providing feedback on emerging topics related to sustainability and environmental economics.
For more details and registration, visit the official event page.
