Circular Economy Hotspot
Call for the Next Asia-Pacific Host
Open Call for the Next Host for Asia-Pacific Region
Are you ready to become the next host city or region for Circular Economy Hotspot 2026 or 2027 ?
Holland Circular Hotspot and the Circular Economy Hotspot community are launching an open call to find the next Asia-Pacific 2026 and 2027.
This is a unique opportunity for governments and organisations to showcase local circular practices — from innovative business models and industrial solutions to pioneering regional and national policies. The mission?
To make the event a catalyst for local circular development — sparking momentum, collaboration, and lasting impact.
Why host the Asia-Pacific Hotspot?
- Position your region as a circular economy leader
- Showcase groundbreaking business models, policies, and partnerships
- Attract global attention and partnerships
- Engage with a quadruple helix network of stakeholders
- Catalyze momentum for local and regional transformation
A successful globetrotting
event since 2016
What started in 2016 in the Netherlands as a pioneering event, the Circular Economy Hotspot has grown into a global annual gathering celebrating circular innovation and collaboration.
Taiwan will be hosting the 2025 Asia-Pacific Circular Economy Hotspot: Circular Economy Hotspot Taiwan in Taipei on Oct. 20 -23, 2025.
The event aims to shine a spotlight on innovative circular economy practices. Its international and diverse outlook promotes the exchange of ideas and experiences between policymakers, entrepreneurs, researchers and captains of industry from the host country and beyond.
The concept of the Circular Economy Hotspot originated in the Netherlands in 2016 and has since traveled across Europe — from Luxembourg, Scotland, and Belgium to Catalonia, North Rhine-Westphalia, Dublin, and Wales. On a global scale, Hotspot events have been held in North America (Canada), South America (Chile, Brazil), and Africa (Nigeria, South Africa). The Circular Hotspot events are carried on the wings of Holland Circular Hotspot.
Each host curates a programme that showcases how their country or region is advancing the circular economy transition and how to accelerate and scale the movement even further.
This year, the Circular Economy Hotspot is hosted by Slovenia in Europe, Ethiopia in the Africa–Middle East region, Mexico in the Americas, and Taiwan in the Asia-Pacific region. Hungary has already been selected as the host for the 2026 European Circular Economy Hotspot.
Important Dates
Evaluation Criteria
The selection will follow a two-stage process:
Stage 1. Shortlisting (Sept. 1–15, 2025)
Applications will be reviewed by HCH and current hosts (e.g. Taiwan).
Up to 3 finalists per region will be selected based on:
- ✔️ Execution capacity
- ✔️ Partner network strength
- ✔️ Resource mobilization potential
- ✔️ Regional relevance
Stage 2. Final Pitch (Oct. 20, 2025)
Finalists will pitch on-site or online before an international jury of past/current/future hosts.
Each pitch: 10–15 minutes + Q&A. Focus will be on:
- ✔️ Feasibility & team readiness
- ✔️ Collaborative potential
- ✔️ Vision and local-global impact
Funding is not required at this stage, but a credible delivery plan is essential.
How can I apply?
Deadline: Aug. 31, 2025 (23:59 GMT+8)
Download & fill in the application form
Submit via email to: hello@apcer.asia