Circular Valley Forum 2026
08.09.2026Together is more than a word. It is the foundation for solving the challenges and seizing the opportunities of our time.
© Jan Turek/Circular Valley
While recent developments around the world may sometimes suggest otherwise, we remain convinced that locally, nationally, and globally, we can achieve far more by working together than by acting alone.
That is why we have chosen "Succeeding Together" as the theme of this year's Circular Valley Forum, taking place on 13 November 2026 at the Historische Stadthalle Wuppertal.
At this year's Forum, we will explore what successful collaboration means in practice:
- Together in Europe: We are delighted to welcome Jessika Roswall, European Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, who will share her perspective on Europe's circular transformation.
- Together across Value Chains: Leading companies from the automotive, consumer goods, telecommunications and other industries will demonstrate how close collaboration with suppliers, customers and recyclers creates value for all participants.
- Together across Stakeholders: Once again, the Forum will bring together decision-makers and thought leaders from industry, politics, science and civil society to discuss the opportunities and challenges of building a circular economy.
As the cooperation between North Rhine-Westphalia, the Netherlands and Flanders continues to gain momentum, we are particularly excited to showcase new perspectives emerging from this unique partnership: Together across Borders.
Registration for the Forum opens on 10 September 2026.
Looking further ahead, we are also excited about the Circular Valley Convention, taking place in Düsseldorf on 4-5 May 2027. The Convention will provide a platform for showcasing circular innovations with relevance across industries and value chains. If you would like to exhibit, please do not hesitate to contact
