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The InvestCEC project is pioneering a replicable model driving the implementation of circular economy projects across European cities and regions.
Focused on enhancing collaboration among entrepreneurs, investors and policy makers, this EU-funded project aims to facilitate sustainable transformations in the EU. The city of Klagenfurt am Wörthersee (Austria) is the testing ground, and subsequent activities aim to create accessible guidelines and tools for widespread adoption. The project will run for 36 months and aims to raise awareness among investors and public authorities about the economic and financial opportunities of circular economy solutions.
Entrepreneurs and SMEs from across Europe are now invited to submit proposals for business cases that promote circular economy solutions, either in the city of Klagenfurt or in other European cities.
Who can apply?
Entrepreneurs engaged in:
- Renewable energy solutions in urban settings
- CO2 reduction and energy efficiency
- Drinking water management
- Wastewater use & recycling
- Urban mobility & transportation.
Applications will be reviewed by an expert panel, including senior executives from Klagenfurt’s municipal service provider Stadtwerke Klagenfurt, the City of Klagenfurt, other European public/private utilities, professional investors and business strategy advisors.
Benefits for successful applicants
- Opportunity to present your solution to decision makers from Stadtwerke Klagenfurt, the City of Klagenfurt and other relevant decision makers from the EU.
- Chance to pitch your business case to investment experts.
- Up to 4 hours of individual coaching on business planning, funding strategies, pitch training and an investment workshop.
- Discounted access or booths at the CIRPLEX exhibition in Carinthia, Austria, and related workshops.
Deadline for applications: Complete the InvestCEC Call for Entrepreneurs form by 15 February 2025.
