A new circular innovation network, connecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to exchange ideas and explore sustainable, circular solutions, has been launched by Cork Chamber.
BRIDGES, is an EU-funded project linking Cork Chamber with partner organisations in Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland to collaborate and support SMEs on their circularity journeys.
Circularity means keeping products and materials in use for as long as possible, through reuse, repair, remanufacturing and recycling, reducing waste and the need for new resources. A more circular economic model promotes efficient resource use, longer lasting products and accessible repairs, helping to reduce costs for businesses.
Participating SMEs will have access to tailored supports and valuable international collaboration, enabling them to develop new partnerships with like-minded SMEs and providers of circular solutions.
USING INNOVATIVE IDEAS
Dr Alicia Mateos Cárdenas, Sustainability and BRIDGES Project Lead at Cork Chamber, said that Cork Chamber, as a government-appointed Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) ambassador, works to ‘embed sustainability in the region’s business community’.
“The BRIDGES project is another step towards a more sustainable, circular economy. By supporting businesses already involved in circularity to explore innovative ideas, as well as engaging with businesses less familiar with circularity but interested in exploring its potential, the project will bring together businesses at different stages of their circularity journeys.
“This, combined with the project’s cross-border support, will enable exchange of experiences and ideas, laying the groundwork for new, innovative circular solutions to grow,” she said.
2027 WEBINAR
BRIDGES, the circular innovation network, is open to Cork Chamber members and non-members, both those already involved in circularity as well as those interested in learning more and exploring potential innovative ideas.
Learn more about BRIDGES and register for the project webinar on 28th January 2027, by visiting https://www.corkchamber.ie/international/bridges/
