- Date: 17-19 March 2025 (3 working days)
- Location: Tirana, Albania
- Local Host: European University of Tirana
- Venue: Kompleksi Xhura, Rruga Xhanfize Keko, Tiranë 1000, Albania
The LIAISE COST Action Training School will bring together Ph.D. students, early-career researchers, and professionals working on Industrial Symbiosis and sustainable policy development. The training school will provide a comprehensive program designed to deepen participants’ understanding of IS from economic, environmental, and social perspectives.
Over three days, participants will engage in interactive presentations, discussions, and hands-on activities to gain both theoretical knowledge and practical tools for applying IS in their respective fields.
Training School Program Overview
Day 1: Introduction to Industrial Symbiosis
- What is Industrial Symbiosis? An introduction to the concept and its role in fostering sustainable practices.
- The Circular Economy and its Connection to IS: How IS fits within the broader circular economy framework.
- The Growing Importance of IS in Achieving SDGs: Exploring the role of industrial symbiosis in supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to sustainable production and consumption.
Day 2: Economic and Environmental Benefits of Industrial Symbiosis
- Cost Savings Through Shared Resources and Reduced Waste Disposal: Analyzing the financial benefits of IS for businesses and communities.
- Reduction in Carbon Footprint and Other Environmental Impacts: Examining the environmental advantages of IS networks, including waste reduction, energy efficiency, and resource optimization.
- Long-Term Sustainability Benefits for Companies and Communities: Understanding the lasting impact of IS on business models, local economies, and community resilience.
Day 3: Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration in Industrial Symbiosis
- Identifying Stakeholders: Businesses, local governments, communities, and NGOs.
- Building Trust and Cooperation Among Stakeholders: Strategies for fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders.
- The Role of Policy, Regulation, and Digital Transformation in Facilitating IS Networks: Investigating how policies and digital tools support the development and expansion of IS initiatives.
- Final Project: Start developing a comprehensive IS model (preliminary research on a local IS opportunity might be required as part of the application).
Who Should Apply?
The training school is open to:
- Ph.D. students and early-career researchers working on IS and sustainability.
- Professionals in industries applying IS practices, with at least a graduate degree.
- Academics, policy professionals, and industry leaders involved in IS networks or circular economy initiatives.
- Anyone with experience or an interest in applying IS principles in their work.
Application Deadline
Applications should be sent to liaisecostaction@gmail.com by 31 January 2025. The full call is available here. Travel and accommodation expenses covered by COST Action.
We look forward to receiving your applications and welcoming you to this exciting opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills in Industrial Symbiosis!
