Join us for the ECO-CHAMPIONS Online Ceremony!
We are happy to invite you to the ECO-CHAMPIONS of Waste Management Online Ceremony, taking place on 22 July 2026, from 11:00 to 12:30 CET. During this online event, we will celebrate the achievements of the ECO-CHAMPIONS project, share inspiring good practices from partner countries, and recognise people, organisations, and communities who have contributed to better waste management and more sustainable everyday habits. The event is open to participants, community members, organisations, public authorities, and anyone interested in environmental action and sustainability. 📅 Date: 22 July 2026 ⏰ Time: 11:00–12:30 CET 💻 Online event Register here: https://forms.gle/ErfqXWDvbF1o8zGW8 The event link will be sent to registered participants by email one day before the ceremony. Let’s come together to celebrate positive action for cleaner and greener communities! 🌍
New resource available: download the “Becoming Eco Champions” Training Manual
We’re excited to announce that our new training manual, Becoming Eco Champions: Engaging Every Voice in Climate Participation, is now available for download! Developed within the ECO-CHAMPIONS project, this manual is designed for facilitators working to boost citizen engagement in sustainable waste management. With a special focus on reaching excluded communities and applying innovative approaches like experimentalist democracy and ecosystem-based management, the manual offers practical tools, strategies, and real-life case studies to empower communities toward climate action. Whether you’re organizing local workshops, working with vulnerable groups, or simply passionate about responsible consumption and inclusive climate participation, this manual is for you. Download the manual now and start making an impact! Together, let’s make waste management inclusive, accessible, and community-driven.
ECO CHAMPIONS – Training for Facilitators
We’re proud to announce the successful conclusion of our international ECO CHAMPIONS facilitator training, held online on May 21st, 2025! 🎉 With an inspiring turnout of 153 participants from Belgium, Greece, Kosovo, Italy, and Spain, this powerful training explored: 🌱 Experimentalist Democracy Theory 🌱 Ecosystem Community-Based Management 🌱 A live Q&A with field experts Young leaders and changemakers from across Europe came together to explore how local communities can shape sustainable futures through democratic engagement and ecosystem thinking. 💬🌿 A big THANK YOU to everyone who joined and helped make this training a space of learning, exchange, and empowerment!
ECO CHAMPIONS– a cross-border dialogue for Sustainable Waste Management
On April 30, we proudly gathered 159 participants from 5 countries – Belgium, Kosovo, Italy, Greece, and Spain – to take part in our ECO CHAMPIONS online workshop. The aim? To present national survey results on household waste habits and promote an exchange of best practices for a more sustainable future. The day kicked off with greetings from partner organizations, followed by an overview of the project and the agenda. Participants then joined national rooms to deep-dive into their country’s findings, using intergenerational and storytelling approaches—with a focus on young women’s perspectives. From local solutions to digital innovation, the workshop was a powerful reminder that sustainable change starts with informed, engaged citizens — across generations and borders. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed their voice and vision. Let’s keep championing eco-conscious action in our communities!
