Invitation to the event “Application of the principles of green chemistry and circular economy in manufacturing companies”

Invitation

UNDP in Bosnia and Herzegovina, in cooperation with the Chamber of Economy of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is pleased to invite you to the presentation of a new program titled “Application of the principles of green chemistry and circular economy in manufacturing companies”, intended for small and medium-sized enterprises in the manufacturing sector.

The event will take place on 21 October 2025, starting at 11:00, at the premises of the Faculty of Technology, University of Banja Luka. The aim of the event is to present how the application of the principles of green chemistry and circular economy can help companies to:

  • improve resource efficiency,

  • reduce negative impacts on the environment,

  • enhance their competitiveness and compliance with EU standards.

During the event, participants will have the opportunity to:

  • learn more about the basic principles and benefits of applying green chemistry and circular economy,

  • hear inspiring examples of good practice,

  • receive detailed information about the new support program for small and medium-sized enterprises implemented by UNDP, including the application process.

Agenda:

  • 11:00 – 11:10 | Welcome and opening remarks
    Raduška Cupać, Sector Manager for Energy and Environmental Protection, UNDP

  • 11:10 – 12:00 | Introductory lectures
    Green chemistry for sustainable production – prof. dr. Borislav Malinović
    Circular economy in practice: Business models of the future – prof. dr. Ljiljan Veselinović

  • 12:00 – 12:15 | Info session: Presentation of the program, criteria and application process for SMEs

  • 12:15 – 12:30 | Questions and discussion

Please confirm your attendance at the event by email: ema.mehic.omerbegovic@undp.org or nadija.pelja@undp.org, no later than 17 October by 12:00.

Kind regards,
UNDP BIH