Mission Zero Academy

💡 Are your sustainability insights getting lost in translation?

You’re an expert in biodiversity, ESG, circular economy, or climate change. You know the science. But when you pitch to stakeholders or run workshops, do you ever encounter these?

😳The Blank Stare: After a long explanation, people still miss the core essence.

🧱 The Brick Wall: The people you need to engage seem completely indifferent.

🪄 The Illusion of Learning: Everyone nods along, but later you realise they totally misunderstood.

If this sounds familiar, it’s not your data—it’s how we teach it.

This autumn, join the Trainer Development Programme: Learning Myths, Pitfalls, and Impact to bridge the gap between deep expertise and powerful education science.

🧠 What you will master:
- How memory and learning actually work.
- Dismantling audience misconceptions about sustainability.
- Designing motivating environments for stakeholders and business owners.

📅 The Schedule:
Oct 13: Online Intro (10-11:30 AM CET)
Oct 20, 27 & Nov 3, 10: 4 Online Sessions (10 AM - 1 PM CET)
Nov 25–27: Immersive Onsite Days in 📍 Bucharest, Romania
1-2 hours of weekly self-study.

🎯 Requirements:
Sustainability expert with some workshop/training experience.
Fluent in English.
Able to attend 80%+ of sessions, travel to Bucharest, and fund your fee/costs.

👉 Ready to turn your knowledge into real impact? Register now: https://zurl.co/cJIF3 🚀

Home - trainer-development-programme Are you an expert in one or more sustainability topics - biodiversity, zero waste, climate change, circular economy, ESG, urban planning, ecodesign, etc etc? Do you sometimes need to explain your complex sustainability topics to stakeholders, give presentations or hold workshops?

🚀 From Zero Waste Cities to Zero Waste Businesses!

We just wrapped up an incredible first half of our in-person training week in Slovenia 🇸🇮. Our international mentors and auditors dived deep into our Zero Waste Cities program and they didn’t just study theory. They stepped into the field to participate in real certification audits!

A massive thank you to the municipalities of Vrhnika, Log-Dragomer, and Borovnica for opening your doors and showcasing your impressive zero waste work. 👏

Now, the momentum continues. Phase two starts today as we pivot from cities to businesses! 💼🌱

We are so excited to watch this supportive international community of experts sharpen their skills, gain hands-on experience, and take on the corporate sector next.

🤝 This training is part of our BEZWA2 project, organized in collaboration with Zero Waste Estonia, Ekologi brez meja, and Zero Waste Alliance Ukraine, with the support of Erasmus+.

🌍 Want to help lead our zero waste mission? We’ve extended our deadline!

The Mission Zero Academy (MiZA) is expanding its Board. We’ve already empowered over 80 cities across 20+ countries to design out waste—now, we need your strategic vision to scale our impact even further.

To find the perfect fit, we’ve extended applications to 30 June 2026.

We are actively looking for two mission-driven leaders to join our 3-year board term:

📣 The Storyteller (Marketing, PR & CSR): Help us amplify MiZA’s voice, build pan-European visibility, and spark impactful corporate partnerships.

🎓 The Educator (EdTech & Online Learning): Guide our training platforms and certifications as we transition toward becoming an official adult education centre.

(Have a different background but a massive passion for zero waste? Open applications are highly welcome!)

The Details:

Commitment: ~5–15 hours/month (bi-monthly online meetings)
Start: Autumn 2026
Culture: Values-driven, pan-European, and deeply committed to diversity and equity.
Ready to bring your skills to the circular economy?

📅 Apply by 30 June: https://zurl.co/wdvFA

We are thrilled to announce that Mission Zero Academy is joining the newly launched Horizon Europe project, CIRCULANDIA! 🌍🌱

Coordinated by CLIC Innovation, this massive initiative brings together 35 organisations across 12 countries to fast-track the transition toward circular food systems, regenerative agriculture, and reusable packaging solutions.

What’s on the horizon for the next 4.5 years?
We’ll be collaborating to develop and scale practical solutions that:

📉 Reduce emissions and packaging waste

🪴 Improve soil health and biodiversity

🚜 Strengthen local food production and resilience

As a project partner, we can’t wait to co-create systemic change alongside cities, regions, businesses, and research powerhouses to drive climate-neutral food ecosystems.

Let’s get to work! 🚀

👉 Read more about the project here: https://zurl.co/gBEpl

🌱 Big news for the European zero-waste movement!

The Catalan municipality of Vilablareix has officially earned the Zero Waste Cities Certification with an impressive 4 out of 5 stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟

By combining a door-to-door collection system with a Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) scheme, Vilablareix has achieved world-class results:

📈 90%+ separate waste collection rate.

🍏 ~100% purity in organic waste.

🗑️ Just 24.2 kg of residual waste per inhabitant/year (vs. the Catalan average of 480.76 kg).

This achievement is a masterclass in citizen commitment, robust municipal leadership, and a decade of dedicated waste prevention initiatives. Huge congratulations to the citizens of Vilablareix, Rezero for the mentorship, and Ibérica Ambiente for the audit!

🔗 Read the full press release here: https://zurl.co/20DIH

Vilablareix Earns 4-Star Zero Waste Cities Certification Vilablareix achieves the prestigious 4-star Zero Waste Cities Certification, boasting a 90%+ separate waste collection rate and leading Catalonia in sustainability.

The countdown is officially over—the Reuse Economy Expo starts TOMORROW! ⏳✨

We are packing our bags and heading to Paris! Will we see you there?

Come find us at Booth E13 to chat all things reuse, academy courses, and Zero Waste Certifications. We’re thrilled to be joining forces with Zero Waste Europe for this incredible event. ⤵

Why you can't miss it:
REuse Economy Expo is the first international trade show entirely dedicated to the reuse economy, including repair, reuse, refurbishment, reconditioning, and remanufacturing.

✅ 6 exhibition sectors covering all reuse challenges
🎤 80 speaking sessions
🤝 500+ concrete solutions showcased
🌍 4,000+ expected participants, including 30% international attendees

👉 Where to find us: Booth E13
📅 When: May 19-20, 2026
📍 Location: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles
🎟 Last chance to grab your tickets: https://zurl.co/jhEn3

See you tomorrow in Paris! 🇫🇷✈️

Help Lead the Zero Waste Revolution in Europe! 🌍✨

The clock is ticking! Mission Zero Academy (MiZA) is closing applications for our Board of Directors tomorrow. We are looking for two visionary leaders to help us scale our impact across 20+ countries.

We need your brainpower if you specialize in:

📣 Profile 1: Marketing, PR & CSR – Help us tell the story of a waste-free Europe and build powerful corporate partnerships.

🎓 Profile 2: EdTech & Online Learning – Guide our digital transformation as we evolve into a premier adult education center.

The Details:
⏳ Deadline: May 7th, 2026 (23:59 CET)
⏰ Commitment: 5–15 hours/month
🚀 Impact: High. You’ll be shaping the strategic future of a Zero Waste Europe spin-off.

Don’t wait until the final hour—help us build a world without waste.

👉 Apply here: https://zurl.co/5Yipe

From 6% to 76%: How Sardinia became a Zero Waste leader. 📈

What does it take to turn a geographical challenge into a sustainability triumph?

We recently took 17 European municipal representatives to Sardinia to witness their "Zero Waste Revolution" first-hand. Once lagging in environmental metrics, this Mediterranean island is now a global beacon of circular economy success.

Key takeaways from the tour:
✅ The Power of Policy: A "carrot and stick" system where recycling targets lead to financial bonuses.
✅ Innovation at Scale: From mobile eco-centres in tourist-heavy P**a to door-to-door collection for 150,000 residents in Cagliari.
✅ Social Impact: Closing the loop with B Corp-certified composting facilities that prioritize social cooperatives and local employment.

Sardinia proves that being an island—or a small municipality—is not an excuse. It’s an opportunity to innovate.

Read the full recap of our study tour here: https://zurl.co/PF7Ja

Zero Waste Sardinia: How 17 Municipalities Mastered the Circular Economy Discover how Sardinia transformed from a 6% to 76.6% recycling rate. Explore the MiZA study tour insights on PAYT systems, mobile eco-centres, and political will.

Join us at Reuse Economy Expo on May 19-20, 2026 at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, together with Zero Waste Europe ⤵

REuse Economy Expo is the first international trade show entirely dedicated to the reuse economy, including repair, reuse, refurbishment, reconditioning, and remanufacturing.

✅ 6 exhibition sectors covering all reuse challenges
🎤 80 speaking sessions
🤝 500+ concrete solutions showcased
🌍 4,000+ expected participants, including 30% international attendees
👉 Meet us at our booth E13
🎟 Ticket sales now open : https://zurl.co/xfJTv

See you in Paris! 🇫🇷