Circular Chemistry in Action: From Idea to Implementation
How circular innovations move from idea to implementation – and why chemistry matters along the way
A compact interactive session for IFAT Munich 2026 participants, presented in cooperation with DGAW.
How circular innovations move from idea to implementation – and why chemistry matters along the way
A compact, interactive session for participants of IFAT Munich 2026 on turning circular economy ideas into practical solutions – and why a basic chemistry lens (“thinking in molecules”) can improve those decisions. Learn where innovations emerge, what blocks implementation, and how collaboration can accelerate progress. Through short practice-based cases, participants will explore challenges and work towards identifying realistic next steps and partners for their own contexts. The session is part of IFAT Munich 2026, the world’s leading trade fair for environmental technologies, and is presented in cooperation with DGAW, the German Association for Waste Management and Circular Economy.
Program
09:15 | Arrival & Coffee
09:30–10:30 | Mini lecture and workshop
Welcome & Introduction
Circular Challenges and Chemistry’s Role
From Innovation to Application
Pathways to Implementation
Interactive Case Discussion
Closing Discussion
11:00–onwards | DGAW Brunch @DGAW Stand
Participants will receive additional information and a pre-readings before the workshop. Exact location of the workshop in the Messe will be shared after registration.
Who should register?
This session is intended for people attending IFAT Munich 2026 who work in or around waste management, recycling, environmental technologies, chemistry, municipalities, startups, consulting, research, and related fields. This is especially relevant for participants who want to better understand the role of collaboration, innovation pathways, and chemistry-informed decision-making in circular economy contexts.
For Enquiries
Irina Heinze (greenCHEM Further Education Manager, irina.olivia.heinze@hu-berlin.de)
Sylvia Lehmann (lehmann@dgaw.de)
Dr. Lukas Gast (DGAW AK Young Professionals, gast@dgaw.de)