The INCIRCULAR project addresses a critical environmental challenge: the production and disposal of plastics, which are major contributors to pollution and resource depletion. With increasing pressure from consumers and regulators to reduce plastic waste and adopt sustainable practices, INCIRCULAR aims to transform the plastics industry through a pioneering circular economy approach. By developing innovative bioplastic solutions from 100% recycled materials, the project seeks to match or even exceed the performance of traditional petrochemical plastics.
This interregional initiative leverages advanced technologies, such as digital twinning, to integrate sustainable materials directly into existing manufacturing processes. INCIRCULAR will connect expertise from regions across Europe—including Slovenia, Andalusia (Spain), and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (France)—to develop and demonstrate scalable, eco-friendly production methods. As well as addressing environmental concerns, the project will support regional economies by fostering collaboration between SMEs, research institutions and industrial partners, creating a model that can be replicated across the EU.