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Ercros Joins Aragon's Circlear Circular Economy Cluster

Key highlights
  • Ercros is a founding partner of Circlear, a circular economy cluster in Aragón.
  • Circlear is part of the European project Redol, focusing on sustainable industrial practices.
  • The cluster's constitution event included representatives from thirty Aragonese companies.
  • The event was chaired by Aragon's Director General of Economic Policy and Director General of Industrial Promotion and Innovation.

Introduction

Ercros has joined Circlear, a newly established circular economy cluster in Aragón, as a founding partner. The cluster aims to foster a sustainable, innovative, and efficient industrial model in resource usage.

Circlear and Redol Project

Circlear is part of the European project Redol, which serves as Aragón's regional hub for circularity. The project's goal is to enhance collaboration among companies, public administrations, technology centers, and social agents to promote responsible production practices that reduce waste and optimize material use.

Constitution Event

The cluster's constitution event was attended by Belén Pascual, head of R+D at Ercros's Monzón factory, representing the company. She participated in the signing alongside representatives from thirty Aragonese companies. The event was chaired by Javier Martínez, Director General of Economic Policy, and Mª del Mar Paños, Director General of Industrial Promotion and Innovation, both from the Government of Aragon.