Building the European Zero Waste Academy 2 (BEZWA2)
The BEZWA2 project aims to strengthen and professionalise the European network of zero waste experts. By further developing the European Zero Waste Academy, we provide a structured learning journey, a certification system, and opportunities for collaboration between practitioners across Europe.
Our mission is to empower environmental enthusiasts and professionals with the knowledge, skills, and recognition needed to support Europe’s transition towards a sustainable, circular, and zero waste future.
Expected Impact
45 participants in on-site auditor trainings.
60 participants in new online courses.
5 new chapters added to the Zero Waste Handbook and 1,000 downloads of the updated edition.
25 certifications awarded to zero waste professionals.
240 participants engaged through community-building and networking events.
Project Reference: 2025-1-EE01-KA220-ADU-000362148
Programme: Erasmus+ | Key Action 2 – Cooperation Partnerships in Adult Education
Duration: September 2025 – October 2027
EU Grant: €400,000
Zero Waste Estonia
ZWEE develops tools and networks that support organizations and municipalities in reducing waste, with a focus on systemic changes that drive a cleaner and more sustainable future.
www.zwee.org
PARTNERS
Ekologi Brez Meja
EBM is one of the leading Slovenian NGOs dedicated to improving the state of the environment — focusing on efficient resource use and active citizenship.
www.ebm.si
Mission Zero Academy
MiZA is the capacity – building hub for local decision-makers, SMEs, and other organisations wanting to take a step forward in their zero waste strategies and circular economy implementation.
www.missionzeroacademy.eu
Zero Waste Estonia
ZWAU is an association of Ukrainian organisations and activists working to solve the waste problem in Ukraine. The main goal is to influence the reform of the waste and resource management system.
www.zerowaste.org.ua
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BEZWA2 project manager
Within the BEZWA2 project, we are creating a high-quality step-by-step learning journey for zero waste professionals – from Zero Waste Ambassador to Certification Auditor – and developing a harmonised competence-based certification system for zero waste experts across Europe.
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