UNEP-IETC Global Dialogue & Youth Day: Circular Economy Model of Waste Management

UNEP International Environmental Technology Centre Global Dialogue & Youth Day: Circular Economy Model of Waste Management

Monday 17th - Tuesday 18th February 2025: UNEP Global Dialogue

Wednesday 19th February 2025: Youth Day

Venue: UNEP-IETC Office in Osaka, Japan (In-person Dialogue with online connection)

The UNEP-IETC Global Dialogue is a high-level biennial conference aimed to convene key stakeholders, including policymakers, private sector representatives, academia, civil society, and youth, to foster dialogue and develop actionable strategies for advancing circular waste management practices.

Focusing on transformative circular economy models, the Dialogue will open with remarks from UNEP leadership and key partners. The sessions will dive into critical themes such as:

• Advancing circularity in waste management
• Integrating the informal sector and gender mainstreaming
• Strengthening public-private partnerships (PPPs) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
• Designing innovative policy frameworks to support circular waste management across local, national, and global levels

This Dialogue aspires to serve as a catalyst for collaboration, establishing clear pathways to integrate sustainable practices across sectors. It emphasizes social equity, gender responsiveness, and impactful policy frameworks. Participants will explore insights from global case studies and actively engage in discussions aimed at shaping inclusive, future-ready waste management solutions that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Stay tuned for updates on online registration—coming soon!