Build the skills for a circular future.
Circular Berlin offers tailored trainings that help citizens, professionals, educators, and organizations rethink traditional systems and embrace circular solutions.
Join our learning formats to gain practical tools, fresh perspectives, and connections across Berlin’s growing circular ecosystem.
Choose the format that fits your needs
We design and deliver workshops, masterclasses, and customized learning journeys for groups of all backgrounds.
Whether you’re an educator, policymaker, designer, or entrepreneur – there’s a way to engage and learn with us.
Circular Economy Lectures
Get to grips with the fundamentals of the circular economy through focused, expert-led lectures. These sessions break down essential concepts, regulatory frameworks, and industry-specific insights, equipping professionals with the knowledge and the inspiration to drive circular change within their organisations.
Duration: 1.5hrs
Delivery: Online or in-person
Level: Beginner
Group size: No limit
Topics on request: CE Vision, CE Climate Change, CE Regulation, CE City & Regions, Circular Construction, Circular Textiles, Circular food systems & waste reduction
Intro to Circular Economy Workshop
An engaging entry point into circular principles, this workshop explores why the transition is essential, how it connects to the climate crisis, and highlights inspiring local best practices. Through guided activities and real-world examples, participants build a clear understanding of core concepts equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to begin their circular journey.
Duration: from 4hrs
Delivery: Online / In-person
Level: Beginner
Group size: Up to 20
Topics covered:
– Understanding Current Challenges.
– Circular Economy and the Value Hill Model,
– Identifying Actions to Become Part of the Solution
– Interactive Exercises: Applying CE Principles & Identifying
– Actions to Become Part of the Solution
Circular Economy Workshops
Dive into an interactive, hands-on workshop designed to translate circular economy principles into practical solutions. Through tools, case studies, and actionable strategies, participants explore how to reduce environmental impact and create value across sectors like construction, textiles, food & biomass, and electronics.
Duration: from 4h
Delivery: Online / In-person
Level: Intermediate / Advanced
Group size: Up to 20
Topics on request:
– Principles & Environmental Impact of CE
– Sector Applications: Construction • Textiles • Food & Biomass • Electronics
– Case Studies & Applied Strategies
– From Footprint to Handprint: Turning Insight into Action
– Group Exercises on Product & Business Design
Circular Experiences
Step into the world of circular innovation with a hands-on journey through Berlin-based companies leading sustainable transformation. Gain fresh insights in peer-to-peer sessions, engage with pioneering solutions, and be inspired by firsthand encounters with circular economy principles in action.
Duration: 4 hrs (longer upon request)
Delivery: In-person
Level: Beginner
Group size: Up to 12 (larger groups on request)
What is included:
– Moderated peer-to-peer meetings with 4+ circular organizations
– Custom-tailored visit routes to fit your group’s interests
– Real-world exposure to applied circular practices
– Hands-on learning and dialogue with innovators
Not sure which training is right for your team or group?
Explore examples below or write to us with your needs – we’ll help you find the best fit.
Organisations that have worked with us
What previous participants say
“The workshop provided a systematic overview of what circularity means and what role different organisations play in this respect. Students loved the hands-on nature of the workshop and a multitude of local and global examples helped to translate conceptual thinking into day-to-day applications and practice. Highly recommended.”
Vlerick Business School
“Circular Berlins’ training session was incredibly impactful on a group of already established designers, not an easy group to win over. We worked on real-world challenges, using tools that we then have continued to use in our projects with clients. We would love to partner again”
Fjord Berlin Training Participant
“Im Workshop mit Circular Berlin wurden uns die Grundlagen einer Zirkulären Wirtschaft kompakt und praxisnah vermittelt und zu noch mehr zirkulärem Handel motiviert. Besonders die Kombination mit der Circular City Tour hat den Praxisbezug nochmal unterstrichen. Der Besuch verschiedener Standorte an denen zirkuläre Wirtschaft in Berlin in Bereichen wie Bauen, Abfall und Beschaffung bereits gelebt wird, hat uns wertvolle Erfahrungen und vielfältige Inspiration gegebene.”
Neue Effizienz gemeinnützige GmbH
“The Circular Berlin team facilitated two sets of intriguing workshops at our student-run conference about the circular economy. Particularly in face of the uncertainty associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, they were a reliable partner who we can recommend to anyone in need for expertise on the topic.”
European Public Policy Conference organiser
Where we create impact
Our initiatives span three interconnected fields that together shape Berlin’s circular transformation.
Join our events
Join our upcoming workshops and events where partners, members come together to learn, connect and take action.
Become a member
Join Berlin’s growing circular network and contribute to community projects and policy discussions.
Collaborate with us
Partner with us on research, pilot projects, or programmes that advance circular education.