CESAM

Workshop: European Funding Opportunities for SMEs
2026-03-24 09:00 - 11:00 (Europe/Madrid)
24 March 2026
From 09 a.m. to 11 pm. ACCIÓ, Pier 01: Pl. de Pau Vila, 1, Barcelona.
The workshop will be held in Catalan and French, with simultaneous translation provided in both languages.
Free registration.
Discover European funding opportunities and learn how to craft a winning proposal in this workshop designed for sustainable and circular businesses in the agri-food, water and related sectors.

CESAM at Alimentaria Fair Barcelona 2026
2026-03-25 14:00 - 16:00
As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Alimentaria Fair in Barcelona, a networking lunch and pitch session on circular economy and sustainability in the agri-food sector, hosted by the CESAM Project, will take place on 25 March 2026. The event will offer a space for professionals and innovators to exchange ideas, explore collaboration opportunities, and present solutions that foster a more sustainable and resource-efficient agri-food industry.
The session will combine informal networking with a series of short pitches showcasing projects focused on waste reduction, sustainable production, and circular value chains, followed by insights on innovation support tools for the sector.

Webinar Circular Solutions for Food: Waste reduction and By-product valorisation
2026-04-17 10:00 - 11:30
The online event on 17 April 2026 will explore waste management and circular economy initiatives in Catalonia, Occitania, and the Balearic Islands. Participants will hear short presentations on regional policies, ongoing research, and collaborative projects that promote resource efficiency, sustainable production, and innovative waste recovery processes. The session will conclude with an open Q&A and closing remarks.
Registration here

Green Talk: Regulatory updates for the Circular Economy
2026-06-18 09:30 - 11:00
This online Green Talk explores how the circular economy and new EU regulations are reshaping business competitiveness, particularly in the agri-food and packaging sectors. It will help participants understand key legislative changes expected by 2026, including the Circular Economy Act, Ecodesign Regulation, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), while offering practical guidance on how to adapt.
The session also highlights how businesses can go beyond compliance by identifying new opportunities, improving resource efficiency, and using regulatory requirements as a driver for innovation and sustainability.
Inscriptions here

Workshop: Sustainable Communication for SMEs and Entrepreneurs
2026-06-25 10:00 - 12:00
We are pleased to invite you to the on-line Workshop Sustainable Communication for SMEs and Entrepreneurs organized in the framework of the CESAM project.
The workshop will take place next 25 June 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m on-line and will aim at:

Understanding the current context of sustainable communication and its main challenges.
Introducing the European regulatory framework on ESG communication and greenwashing.
Defining and articulating a clear and credible ESG value proposition.
Identifying and tailoring the message to the key audiences of your company.
Establishing measurement indicators to evaluate the impact of sustainable communication.
Learning from practical cases of SMEs that communicate sustainability in an exemplary manner.

The workshop and will combine expository and practical modules and will be delivered by Sonia Ruíz (NOIMA).
If interested in attending, please fill-in the following Registration form before 12 June 2026 (limited places available)
Looking forward to see you there!

Pyrenees-Mediterranean Sustainable Agri-Food Innovation Day: CESAM Final Event
2026-07-02
Join us on 2 July in Toulouse, France, at La Cité for the final event of the CESAM project. This in-person gathering will bring together key stakeholders, including representatives from the European Commission, to celebrate the project’s achievements and explore future opportunities.
The event will feature dynamic pitch sessions from more than 20 SMEs funded by the project and the EU, showcasing their innovative solutions for the circular economy. Attendees will also gain insights into the project’s main results, as well as upcoming funding and support opportunities beyond CESAM. The event will feature exclusive moments designed to spark connections and shine a light on some of the most promising innovations.
You can view the event agenda here (FR CESAM Final Event Agenda / CAT CESAM Final Event Agenda).
Please note that participation is limited, and registration will be required.
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