World Circular Economic Forum 2024 (WCEF2024)

The Hemp Nation Group with solutions around hemp is one of the invitees on the World Circular Economic Forum 2024.

WCEF2024 will feature the most impactful circular solutions from around the world, guided by the latest scientific evidence. The programme is designed to facilitate targeted discussions around governance, finance, people and employment, and business and innovation – the key enablers that drive the implementation of circular solutions on the ground.

A novelty for this edition are hands-on workshops and collaboration with two major players in Brussels.

One is the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Conference, which brings a dedicated track showcasing Europe’s progress to the forum.

As for the other one, the forum features a full-day programme on 17 April curated by the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, including site visits to circular economy companies in Belgium.

The forum will encourage Europe and leading countries around the world to continue accelerating towards circularity and raise ambition by putting nature and people at the heart of it. Advocating for a global just transition to a circular economy, this global collaboration platform facilitates a participatory spirit of playful discovery, genuine learning and cross-sectoral, geographically diverse coalition-building.

WCEF2024 will mark the 8th iteration of the forum and occurs at a pivotal moment for economies, societies and our planet.

The SQUARE convention centre in Brussels will host WCEF2024 from 15 to 16 April. In addition, accelerator sessions will be held by WCEF collaborators on 17 and 18 April in Brussels, online and around the globe.

To enable participation from around the world, the forum will be live-streamed online, open to all and free of chargeAttendance in person is by invitation only.

WCEF2024 is brought to you by the Finnish Innovation Fund SitraCircle Economy Foundation and International Resource Panel, with international partners.

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¡Viva el cáñamo! It’s Time for Spannabis in Barcelona! (Gallery & Product Gallery)

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Calling all canna-curious comrades, eco-warriors, and lovers of all things hemptastic! This weekend, Barcelona explodes with a celebration of the mighty hemp plant: Spannabis is back, baby! Get ready for a fiesta unlike any other, where sustainability meets good vibes and innovation gets high-fived by creativity.

A Hemp Heaven:

Imagine a wonderland where booths overflow with all things hemp: luscious CBD oils that promise to melt your stress away, innovative textiles that feel like a hug from Mother Nature herself, and enough hempcrete building models to inspire your next eco-friendly home project. Spannabis is a sensory smorgasbord for the hemp enthusiast!

Learn, Laugh, and Lift Your Spirits:

But Spannabis is more than just a shopping spree. This vibrant fair boasts conferences featuring industry experts dropping knowledge bombs about the latest advancements in hemp research, cultivation, and applications. There’ll be workshops where you can unleash your inner hemp artisan, learning to make your own sustainable clothing or craft some delicious hempseed snacks. And let’s not forget the entertainment! Live music, art installations, and even cooking demonstrations will keep your spirits high and your feet tapping.

A Celebration of Sustainability:

At the heart of Spannabis lies a deep respect for our planet. You’ll meet passionate growers committed to sustainable farming practices, entrepreneurs dedicated to creating eco-friendly products, and activists championing the environmental benefits of hemp. Spannabis is a celebration of a greener future, woven with hemp fibers and fueled by positive energy.

So, what are you waiting for? Pack your reusable bags, grab your most hemp-thusiastic crew, and head to Barcelona for a weekend of fun, education, and a whole lotta hemp love! ¡Nos vemos en Spannabis! (See you at Spannabis!)

We brought some pictures for you (free registration required).

Have a look at the Spannabis 2024 Gallery here.

Take a closer look at the Product Gallery here.