On October 1-2, 2024, the CROSS-REIS project participated in the DECORATOR Critical Thinking Symposium held in Gorizia and Nova Gorica. This international event focused on applying circular economy principles to the building and art sectors, bringing together experts to address challenges, identify gaps, and propose innovative solutions for promoting sustainability. Find the detailed agenda here.
The symposium emphasised adaptive reuse, material efficiency, and the integration of circular economy principles into business and governance models. Participants analysed the current state of circularity in these sectors, using a Cradle-to-Cradle approach to explore gaps and stimulate the creation of sustainable business models.
At the invitation of the DECORATOR project coordinators, the CROSS-REIS team presented its ongoing research and activities. The presentation highlighted the development and testing of regenerative spatial management principles in collaboration with Ljubljana City Municipality. A key focus was the use of blue-green infrastructure as a concrete solution to mitigate the impacts of climate change, showcasing how CROSS-REIS advances the practical application of regenerative economy principles in urban settings.
The symposium provided an excellent platform to share insights and exchange ideas with other experts, reinforcing CROSS-REIS’s commitment to fostering sustainable practices across sectors.
