The aim of this Interreg Europe-funded project iCEAR is to improve regional and local policies that support circular economy in rural areas, by focusing on bio-based value chains and cross-sectoral interactions. The circular economy has great potential to contribute to sustainable and resource-efficient development – but there is often a lack of an integrated approach between different policy areas. This is where iCEAR wants to make a difference.
Here in the Jakobstad Region we are focusing on developing the joint regional climate strategy “Klimatsmarta tillsammans/Ilmastotietoisia yhdessä” (policy instrument) in cooperation with our 5 municipalities in the region.
