Workshop: Driving Awareness to Boost Recycling – join us in February! 

What kind of communication we can use communication and awareness-raising to improve recycling rates for textiles, e-waste, and plastics? SustainaCycle project invites you for free to an interactive hybrid workshop where you can learn from practical examples, exchange ideas, and take home fresh inspiration for your own work. 

One of the highlights of the day is the cross-border perspective: participants from Finland, Sweden, Estonia, and Latvia will share experiences and approaches from their local contexts. It’s a great opportunity to compare what works in different countries, learn from each other, and build new connections. 

Event details 

📅 Date and Location: 19 February 2026 
Kirkkokatu 9, Lappeenranta (Finland) or join online via Teams 

Programme  

10:00–10:10 Project introduction 
10:10–12:00 Workshop activities 
12:15–13:15 Lunch & networking (free lunch for on-site participants) 
13:15–13:30 Workshop results 
13:30–14:00 Keynote: a successful recycling campaign from Finland + Q&A 

Jenni Rahkonen, Environmental Coordinator from the City of Lahti: case study: “World first” deposit scheme for textiles trialled in Finnish city.
Read more: “World first” deposit scheme for textiles trialled in Finnish city

Who should participate? 

This workshop is for everyone working with waste management, recycling, circular economy, environmental communication and education, including public authorities and municipalities, as well as project managers and stakeholders interested in increasing recycling awareness. 

🗓️ Registration deadline: 12 February 2026 

Register here: https://link.webropolsurveys.com/EP/9E5E2B0C3B7C090A  
More detailed instructions will be sent to participants before the event.