Towards climate-neutral & sustainable cities
Integrating decarbonization and circularity actions in industrial sites for a resilient future
The project
Transitioning towards sustainable, circular and climate-neutral future through innovative governance, digital tools, and participatory methodologies.
CIRCUIT envisions a future where
Ecosystems are interconnected
Industrial areas and their surrounding cities work together seamlessly to reduce waste, lower emissions, and share resources.
Everyone, from industrial operators to local citizens, is empowered with the smart digital tools, data, and support they need to make green.
Action iscommunity-driven
Balance isrestored
Technological innovation, environmental sustainability, and human-centered development coexist to create climate-neutral, resource-efficient, and socially inclusive regions built to last across the full diversity of European cities.
We are on a mission to support industrial and urban ecosystems successfully transition toward more circular, climate-neutral and zero-waste models through the integration of advanced digital tools, collaborative governance, and systemic innovation.
By bringing together industries, public authorities, experts, and local communities, we aim to enable more informed decision-making, optimize resource management, and foster long-term environmental and social resilience.
Our mission
Our blueprint for change
Empower communities
We are focused on shifting habits, building new skills, and connecting people with the funding and incentives they need to make sustainable choices, with a special focus on protecting vulnerable communities.
Working Together
We're bringing communities and stakeholders together to brainstorm, identify roadblocks, and co-create solutions for going green and reducing carbon footprints.
Tackling 5 key value chains using smart technology
We are rolling out innovative tools to improve sustainability in construction, food, water & nutrients, vehicles & batteries, and textiles.
Real-world testing
We are testing our community-designed ideas in real industrial sites across cities, rural areas, and islands while monitoring what works best.
Create sustainable change
To make sure our impact sticks, we are turning our results into long-term business models, action plans, and policy guidelines to shape a more sustainable future.
Our tools and solutions
Data, AI, and Digital Platforms
Interoperable city–industry data space
Modular digital twins
AI-driven decision support system
Interoperability frameworks
Digital marketplace and dashboard
Circular Economy and Sustainability Solutions
Construction material recovery workflows
Sustainable mobility module
Automotive by-product valorization pathways
Food, water, and nutrition toolkit
Smart energy management toolkit
Our use cases
We are bringing the solutions to life in real communities by partnering with eight diverse European regions in Spain, Italy, Finland, Sweden, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, and Slovenia.
We are focusing our efforts on five key sectors that are critical to Europe’s green transition:
Batteries & Vehicles
Construction & Buildings
Food
Textiles
Water & Nutrients
CIRCUIT in numbers
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