ADAPTER CLUB x TALTECH RMTL #5: Cost Efficiency in Circular Economy

This event is in Estonian

The circular economy is a rapidly evolving field that is playing an increasingly important role in both environmental sustainability and improving business cost efficiency. Circular principles help reduce waste, extend the life cycle of materials, and create new business opportunities through the smarter use of existing resources.

The “Cost Efficiency Through Circular Principles” networking event brings together researchers and business leaders to explore how science-based solutions and practical experience can be combined to develop sustainable and economically viable solutions. The programme highlights innovation, real-world industrial case studies, and the opportunities offered by research infrastructures to support companies in their transition towards more circular business models.

Programme

13.45–14.00
Registration and Arrival

14.00–14.10
Opening Remarks
Tiit Land, Rector of Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech)
Mare Roosileht, Director of TalTech Virumaa College

14.10–14.20
Introduction to the Adapter Collaboration Platform
Eve Teppan, Coordinator of the Adapter Thematic Network for Local Resource Valorisation

14.20–14.40
Technology Development at the Circular Economy Core Lab
Allan Niidu, Head of the TalTech Circular Economy Core Lab; Associate Professor of Applied Chemistry (Tenured)

14.40–14.55
The Impact of the Just Transition on Businesses: Barriers and Enablers of Innovation
Georgi Hrenov, Researcher in Sustainable Value Chain Management, Department of Business Administration, TalTech

15.00–15.15
Company Case Study
Lauri Laanemäe, Sales Manager of the OSA Project, Ragn-Sells AS

Ragn-Sells promotes the circular economy by focusing on waste valorisation and material recovery, including redirecting industrial waste into new production cycles. The company is also actively involved in the Ida-Viru region, supporting environmental initiatives and developing more sustainable solutions for the utilisation of oil shale industry by-products.

15.15–15.30
Company Case Study
Andrei Udalov, Member of the Management Board, KA OÜ

KA OÜ specialises in the collection, repair, and reuse of wooden pallets and industrial packaging, helping to extend product lifecycles and reduce waste. The company also operates in the Ida-Viru region, supporting circular economy practices in industrial areas through packaging reuse and keeping materials in circulation.

15.30–16.00
Tour of the TalTech Virumaa College Laboratories

16.00–17.00
Networking and Refreshments