Advance Notice: 'Circular by Design 2026' Call for Projects in Ecodesign Innovation
The FPS Public Health, Food Chain Safety and Environment has announced the upcoming launch of a new call for projects: 'Circular by Design 2026'. This call provides support for innovative, practice-oriented ecodesign projects and will officially open on July 17, 2026.
Through the Circular by Design 2026 call, the FPS Public Health aims to further facilitate the circular transition. The primary focus is on supporting concrete, industry-driven initiatives that possess the potential for broader replication across the sector upon project completion.
European Priorities and Target Sectors The call aligns with European priorities regarding ecodesign and circularity. Specific objectives include accelerating the transition to circular business models, enhancing product durability and repairability, and systematically reducing reliance on critical raw materials.
With this call, the FPS Public Health specifically targets the construction, textile, electrical and electronic equipment, and packaging sectors. This final category is particularly relevant to the plastics innovation ecosystem within the Catalisti network.
Indicative Schedule The following timeline applies to interested companies and organizations:
- July 17, 2026: Official opening of the call for projects. Publication of the guidelines, selection criteria, and all practical modalities.
- July 24, 2026: Online information session. This session will be recorded and remain available for consultation afterward.
- Early September 2026: Deadline for the submission of project proposals.
- Autumn 2026: Announcement of the selected projects.
Further Information Comprehensive details will be available starting July 17 via the dedicated 'Circular by Design 2026 Call for Projects' webpage on the FPS Public Health website. In the interim, companies are encouraged to utilize this preparation period to internally assess project concepts and establish the necessary consortia or partner networks.
More information: https://www.health.belgium.be/nl/professionals/ondernemingen/leefmilieu/grondstoffenbeheer-circulaire-economie/projectoproep-circular-design