Would you like to turn circular economy principles into practical solutions in your teaching or workplace?
Are you looking for inspiring methods, practical tools and new ideas to promote circular economy? This 7-day Erasmus+ course explores how circular economy principles can be put into practice through innovative Finnish examples, interactive learning methods and excursions. Discover how even small changes can make a difference and gain ideas you can apply in your own teaching or organisation.
Upcoming courses
Please register via the links below:
24–30 May 2027
13–19 September 2027
During this course you will
- Improve your understanding of circular economy.
- Try out inspiring methods that you can apply directly in your own teaching.
- Gain practical tools for sustainability.
- Get inspired by examples of good practices.
- Expand your professional network and learn from professionals across Europe.
Topics
- Circular economy business models
- Finland’s Circular Economy Roadmap
- Pioneering Finnish circular economy companies
- Introduction to the Circula game – a tool for education and organisational brainstorming
- Circular economy as a tool for reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Creating new business opportunities through circular economy
- Motivating and engaging staff to promote circular economy
- Nature as part of wellbeing
- The impacts of natural resource use on nature
Who is this course for?
Teachers working in primary, secondary, vocational and adult education, as well as other professionals interested in circular economy and sustainability. The methods introduced during the course can be adapted to different educational settings and target groups.
Course fee
Participants can apply for Erasmus+ funding for these courses. Sykli’s Erasmus courses meet the quality requirements for courses under the Erasmus+ programme.
The course fee depends on the duration of participation and whether the participant’s organisation has an Erasmus+ grant. The course fee includes training, training venues, coffee breaks and a certificate. Accommodation, meals, admission fees to learning environments and local transport are not included.
For participants with an Erasmus+ grant, the course fee is based on the Erasmus+ course fee grant of €80 per day:
- 3-day course: €240
- 5-day course: €400
- 7-day course: €560
For other participants, the course fees are:
- 3-day course: €330 + VAT 25.5%
- 5-day course: €490 + VAT 25.5%
- 7-day course: €650 + VAT 25.5%
If you have applied for an Erasmus+ mobility grant for fewer learning days, please let us know. We will invoice you according to your participation.
Trainers
Maria Törn is an expert in waste management and resource efficiency with extensive experience in circular economy and life cycle thinking. She holds a Master of Science degree in Technology and a vocational teacher qualification.
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Terhi Liettilä
Asiantuntija, työelämäpalvelutSYKLI Environmental College is a national specialist vocational college. We train professionals in different sectors to take concrete steps towards sustainability. Our aim is to build green competencies and increase the quality of sustainability education at all levels of the education system and throughout society. In Finland, SYKLI is known as a pioneer in environmental and sustainability education. We are recognised for high-quality education, innovative pedagogy and strong sustainability expertise. At Sykli, learning happens through participation and real-life experiences.
