Annual Circular Economy Investors Tour and Exchange Program:

This investor tour is designed to provide African investors involved in the waste and recycling industries with comprehensive insights into cutting-edge facilities in Canada. It aims to foster knowledge exchange, explore business opportunities, and inspire sustainable development initiatives in Africa by showcasing advanced waste management and recycling systems.
Objective

• Showcase innovative technologies: Highlight Canada’s advanced waste management and recycling systems.
• Foster partnerships: Build collaborations between Canadian businesses and African investors.
• Promote replication in Africa: Explore opportunities to replicate and adapt sustainable practices.
• Highlight investment opportunities: Focus on waste-to-energy, circular economy solutions, and recycling infrastructure development.

Proposed Agenda
Day 1: Arrival and Networking Dinner

• Welcome session with key Canadian stakeholders in waste and recycling.
• Networking dinner to connect African investors with Canadian industry leaders.

Day 2: Tour of Advanced Recycling Facilities – Urban Waste Solutions

• Visit a state-of-the-art plastic recycling plant.
  • Focus: PET recycling, plastic flakes production, and eco-packaging solutions.
• Panel discussion with facility managers on scalable models for Africa.

Day 3: Waste-to-Energy Facilities

• Tour of a facility that converts organic waste into bioenergy (biogas and electricity).
  • Focus: Anaerobic digestion and composting technologies.
• Presentation on sustainable energy models for Africa with cost-benefit analysis.

Day 4: Circular Economy Models in Action

• Visit a materials recovery facility (MRF) for mixed waste.
  • Focus: Sorting, separating, and maximizing resource recovery.
• Workshop on circular economy principles and African collaboration opportunities.

Day 5: E-Waste Recycling Facility

• Tour of a specialized electronics recycling plant.
  • Focus: Recovery of precious metals and safe disposal of hazardous components.
• Seminar on policies and regulations for effective e-waste management.

Day 6: Community-Based Initiatives and Research Innovations

• Visit a small-scale recycling program that engages local communities.
  • Focus: Social inclusion and community participation in waste management.
• Presentation by Canadian research institutions on upcoming innovations.

Day 7: Closing and Partnership Opportunities

• Wrap-up session to discuss lessons learned, partnership opportunities, and investment areas.
• Matchmaking event between Canadian service providers and African investors.

Key Takeaways for Investors

• Access to innovation: Learn about advanced waste management technologies and scalable practices.
• Funding insights: Understand funding models, operational procedures, and policies that drive success.
• Knowledge transfer: Explore how to adapt proven solutions to African contexts.
• Collaborative ventures: Discover joint venture opportunities with Canadian companies to advance sustainability goals in Africa.

Logistics and Support

• Organized site visits and presentations.
• Transportation and accommodation arrangements.
• Translation services (if required) for better communication.
• A dedicated guide to ensure seamless coordination and address investor queries.

Registration
For participation and additional details, please contact Statewide Waste & Enviromental Education Foundation - www.sweepfoundation.org.ng in Africa to register for this transformative tour. This tour is a game-changer for fostering partnerships and bringing innovative recycling solutions to Africa