Circular Economy Cooperation Between Zero Waste Foundation and DEİK Business Councils

A signing ceremony was held between the Zero Waste Foundation and DEİK Business Councils to develop zero waste and circular economy activities.

Within the scope of the protocol, it is aimed to disseminate these studies among DEİK Business Councils and member organizations, carry out training and awareness activities, and strengthen the sustainability agenda in international trade delegations and business forums.

Speaking at the signing ceremony held at DEİK's center in Sarıyer, Zero Waste Foundation President Samed Ağırbaş pointed out that the zero waste movement has transformed into a global vision under the leadership of Zero Waste Foundation Honorary President and United Nations High-Level Advisory Board on Zero Waste Chair Emine Erdoğan. Stating that efforts are being made to spread the movement across 193 countries with the understanding that "the world is our common home," Ağırbaş emphasized that zero waste is not only an environmental policy but also an issue of production, investment, competitiveness, and economic development.

DEİK President Nail Olpak stated that topics such as transition to the green economy, circular economy, and green financing are of critical importance for the business world at a time when global trade is being reshaped. Olpak noted that the business world undertakes significant responsibilities in reshaped trade and that they continue to act together with other institutions of the business world in the steps to be taken.