Circular Accelerator Training for Governments, Cities & Regions
Unlock the tools to turn strategy into action.
The Circular Accelerator Training is a high-impact learning program designed for public sector professionals who want to lead the shift toward a circular economy. Whether you’re shaping national strategies, designing local policies, or leading initiatives to strengthen the circular economy in your area, this training equips you with the mindset, and tools to to turn circular economy strategies into action.
Delivered by experts from Holland Circular Hotspot—with global experience and strong ties to both public and private sectors—this program offers the necessary knowledge, specifically tailored to help governments and public institutions lead circular transformation.
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Why join the Circular Accelerator Training?
Equip yourself and your team with practical skills and learn how to:
- Embed circular thinking into policy, planning, and everyday operations
- Foster and support circular business ecosystems in your region
- Activate change using both top-down and bottom-up approaches
Lead systemic change:
Understand how circular strategies can tackle pressing challenges—from climate and biodiversity to economic resilience—and how governments and organizations can act as key catalysts.
Learn from real-world experiences:
Study real-world examples to understand the enablers and barriers that shape circular progress on the ground.
Join a global network:
On request, participants can receive a certificate from Holland Circular Hotspot, and can become part of the HCH Associate Network, unlocking:
- Access to international circular economy events
- A platform to boost visibility and thought leadership
- Opportunities to collaborate with a global circular community
Our unique approach: from theory to practice
This program stands out because it teaches how to apply circular economy concepts from both public and private sector perspectives, and demonstrates how these can come together to create real-world impact. Understanding circularity in theory is important, but it’s not enough. This training will equip you with the practical knowledge and hands-on strategies that you can immediately apply within your governmental bodies, organizations, and regional projects. Our sessions are interactive, with practical work on specific cases that stimulate the application of circular thinking in real-world scenarios. Participants will engage in hands-on learning, grounded in real-world examples and strategies they can directly implement in their policies, organizations, and communities.
Why Learn from the Netherlands?
The Netherlands is a global leader in circular economy innovation—a “living lab” where front-runners thrive, policies support transformation, and real-world opportunities emerge. By learning from the Dutch experience, you will gain practical insights into effective strategies, forward-thinking policies, and collaborative models that accelerate circular transitions—lessons that can be adapted to different national and local contexts worldwide.
Main lecturers of the Circular Accelerator Training
The training will be guided by our expert main lecturers, Freek van Eijk and Vesna Lavtizar, with occasional guest lecturers where applicable.
Freek van Eijk
Freek van Eijk is the Director of Holland Circular Hotspot and Co-Chair of the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform (ECESP). With decades of experience in sustainability and business transformation, he supports governments, businesses, and knowledge institutions in accelerating the transition to a circular economy. Freek regularly leads expert training sessions for companies, cooperatives, municipalities, ministries, and consultancy firms across Europe and beyond. He is also an Adjunct Professor at LUISS Business School in Amsterdam, where he lectures on circular economy strategy and innovation. Holding an MSc in Engineering from Delft University of Technology, Freek is recognized as a senior expert in waste management and circular economy, often described as a “mover and shaker” in the field.
Freek van Eijk, Director
Vesna Lavtizar
Dr. Vesna Lavtizar is a circular economy specialist with a strong background in environmental sciences. She has worked closely with national and local governments and organizations to shape policy and sustainability plans. Her teaching experience spans Japan, Slovenia, Norway, and the Netherlands. Vesna blends her expertise with strong listening and facilitation skills to ensure each training is both engaging and relevant. Her international collaborations reflect a broad understanding of circular economy dynamics across Europe and Asia. Vesna is also a Board Member of the Slovene Dutch Business Platform (SDBP) and Co-founder of the Circular Economy Coalition.
Vesna Lavtizar, Policy research & recommendation, circular economy
Training structure: 4 engaging modules (2 Hours each)
Module 1: Circular Economy Fundamentals
Topic: Understanding the Core Principles of the Circular Economy
Description: This module introduces the core concepts of the circular economy, including systems thinking and the shift from linear to circular approaches. It emphasizes the importance of viable business models in making circular strategies work. A solid foundation for aligning participants around key principles and a shared language.
Module 2: Circular Economy in Action – Case Studies from the Netherlands and beyond
Topic: Learning from Real Examples
Description: Explore compelling case studies from the Netherlands and beyond, highlighting how national and local governments, businesses, and institutions are turning circular principles into practical solutions. Gain insights into the enabling policies, strategies, and programs that drive circular innovation and uptake on the ground.
Module 3: Governance, Finance & Implementation Tools
Topic: Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, and Key Enablers of Circular Transition
Description: This integrated module explores how effective governance structures, multistakeholder collaboration, strategic procurement, and financing mechanisms that can drive circular transformation. Participants will learn how to coordinate efforts across public and private sectors and apply essential tools that support the circular transition.
Module 4: Circular economy by Sector – Case Studies & Lessons Learned
Topic: Applying Circular Economy to Key Sectors
Description: In this final module, participants will actively apply what they’ve learned in previous sessions to a real-world sectoral challenge—such as in agrifood, construction, or plastics. Through real-life case studies and interactive exercises, the module focuses on translating circular economy principles into practical, sector-relevant strategies.
Pricing, Enrollment & Training Schedule
This training is ideal for individual professionals as well as teams of public sector officials, such as those working in ministries, municipalities, or regional development agencies. For group enrollments, the training can be further tailored to your specific policy challenges and organizational goals.
The course is delivered online. On request, trainers can also visit your location to provide the training in person.
Enrollment and Confirmation
The course will proceed once the minimum number of participants is reached.
Risk-free early bird booking: full refund or priority access if the training is postponed.
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Group Trainings on Request: For customized group sessions or in-person training options, contact us to discuss your needs.
Questions? Email: info@hollandcircularhotspot.nl