CircularTech Forum 2025-DPP in Action
Shaping the stage for a smart and digital circular economy revolution
September 22nd 2025, Cologne Mediapark-7
CircularTech Forum 2025:
Unlocking a Trusted, Data-Driven Circular Economy
The digital circular economy is evolving rapidly, driven by transformative policies and technological innovation. At its core, the EU Green Deal, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), and sector-specific mandates are reshaping how we design, track, and circulate products across industries. From batteries, textiles, and electronics to buildings, plastics, and beyond, Digital Product Passports (DPPs) are unlocking a trusted, data-driven circular economy.
Join global DPP community, meet more than 350 pioneers and connect with key stakeholders from across the circular economy value chain—including raw material suppliers, manufacturers, recyclers, standardization bodies, the green tech ecosystem, policymakers, industry experts, and more—at CircularTech Forum 2025.
As the premier event for advancing DPPs and cross-industry interoperability, the forum unites industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to drive collaboration, regulatory alignment, and technological innovation in the digital circular economy.
And be a guest of the celebration of the most outsanding achievments in smart circular economy world-the CircularTech Digital Product Passport Excellence Awards.
What to Expect:
Keynotes & panel discussions with top experts.
Hands-on workshops to navigate compliance and technology.
High-impact networking with the leaders shaping digital circularity.
CircularTech Forum 2025 Focus Sectors
The Digital Product Passport are key enablers of transparency, traceability, and circularity across industries. From regulated sectors to voluntary adopters, DPPs are shaping the future of sustainable value chains.
At CircularTech Forum, we set the stage for industry pioneers, policymakers, and innovators to come together, drive digital transformation, and accelerate the adoption of sector-specific circular solutions.
These industries are already seeing regulatory frameworks (like ESPR, EU Battery Regulation and more) pushing for DPP implementation:
- EV Batteries & Energy Storage – Required under the EU Battery Regulation for tracking lifecycle, sustainability, and recycling compliance.
Voluntary & Emerging Sectors
Industries that are adopting DPPs proactively for sustainability, brand reputation, and compliance readiness:
- Automotive & Mobility – DPPs enable tracking of car parts, battery passports, and circular supply chains for remanufacturing.
- Aerospace & Aviation – For material traceability, extended lifespan, and ensuring sustainable aircraft components.
Cross-Industry Digitalization & Circular Economy
- Supply Chain & Logistics DPPs support ESG reporting, carbon footprint tracking, and material circularity across industries.
- Blockchain & Digital Identity Solutions Ensuring tamper-proof, decentralized product lifecycle management.
- Smart Manufacturing & Industry 4.0 Driving digital twins and AI-driven circular supply chains.
CircularTech Digital Product Passport Excellence Awards
This year, our forum takes a bold step forward by focusing on a visible change in the topic of DPP implementation. As part of our commitment to bringing greater clarity and understanding to the industry and market, we’re proud to announce the CircularTech Digital Product Passport Excellence Awards. In collaboration with top experts from across Europe, this award aims to recognize groundbreaking achievements in Digital Product Passport implementation, highlighting real-world applications that drive systemic change. By showcasing the best-in-class implementations, we aim to set new benchmarks for digital transparency, regulatory compliance, and cross-sectoral interoperability. At CircularTech, our mission is to help industries adopt the most effective technologies for the transition to a smart circular economy. The DPP Excellence Awards aren’t just a celebration—they’re a guiding light, spotlighting the innovations that truly move the industry forward.CTF2025 Program
Get ready for an inspiring lineup of top speakers, groundbreaking innovations, and high-level discussions at the CircularTech Forum 2025. This year, we’re not just looking at the future of Circular Economy; we’re addressing the most pressing questions of digitalization in sustainability. From cutting-edge technologies to relevant discussions, our focus remains on real solutions for a more sustainable future.
We are excited to offer an expanded program across three strategic blocks, each designed to tackle crucial topics in Circular Economy innovation:
🟠 BLOCK 1: TECHNOLOGY & IMPLEMENTATION – TURNING DPPs INTO REALITY
Pioneering keynotes and high-profile panel discussions featuring global experts will set the stage for transforming Digital Product Passports (DPPs) into tangible, actionable solutions. Learn from industry leaders as they present cutting-edge technologies and innovative strategies.
🟢 BLOCK 2: STANDARDIZATION & INTEROPERABILITY – THE FOUNDATION OF DPPs
Gain in-depth insights into emerging technologies and participate in hands-on workshops, thematic discussions, panels, and keynotes. This block will explore the critical role of standardization and interoperability in the successful implementation of DPPs.
🔵 BLOCK 3: FUTURE PERSPECTIVES & INDUSTRY COLLABORATION
This block will present forward-looking keynotes and panel discussions, highlighting the essential role of cross-industry collaboration in driving the future of digital circular economies. Don’t miss the prestigious Digital Product Passport Excellence Award ceremony, recognizing outstanding achievements in DPP innovation. Following the program, enjoy Live Music and an Open-End Networking Reception, offering ample opportunities for meaningful exchanges with fellow participants. Take advantage of this dynamic environment to connect, collaborate, and help shape the future of sustainable, circular solutions in the heart of Cologne.
CTF2025 Speakers
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Elizabeth Sofia
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Charlie Cooper
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Lucy Evelyn
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CTF2025 Program
9:30 AM
Registration and Networking Coffee
TECHNOLOGY & IMPLEMENTATION – TURNING DPPs INTO REALITY
10:30 AM
Opening Speech: CTF
10:45 AM
Keynote: Regulation & DPPs (EU Commision)
11:10 AM
Panel Discussion #1: Battery Passport – A Model for All? What Lessons Can Other Industries Apply?
12:10 PM
Networking Lunch & Exhibition Area
STANDARDIZATION & INTEROPERABILITY – THE FOUNDATION OF DPPs
1:15 PM
Keynote: Enabling a Common Language for Digital Product Passports
1:40 PM
Keynote: Carbon Footprint, LCA, Green Claims (EU Commision)
2:05 PM
Panel Discussion #2: From Mine to Market: How Standards & Smart Tech Drive Circularity
3:05 PM
Coffee Break & Networking in the Exhibition Area
3:40 PM
🔧 3 Parallel Workshops (Hands-On Sessions with Experts)
4:45 PM
Coffee Break & Networking in the Exhibition Area
FUTURE PERSPECTIVES & INDUSTRY COLLABORATION
5:15 PM
Keynote: “The Business Case for Circularity: How DPPs Drive Profit & Sustainability
5:45 PM
Panel Discussion #3 – The Future of Digital Product Passports: Scaling Up & Commercializing the Vision
6:50 PM
🎖️ AWARD CEREMONY: DIGITAL PRODUCT PASSPORT EXCELLENCE
7:20 PM
🎷 Live Music & Open-End Networking Reception
Panel Discussions
Battery Passport – A Model for All? What Lessons Can Other Industries Apply?
The Battery Passport is the first Digital Product Passport mandated by EU regulation, setting a precedent for transparency, traceability, and circularity in product value chains. But can this model serve as a blueprint for other industries? This panel brings together leading experts to explore how the governance, data models, and interoperability frameworks established for batteries can inspire and accelerate the adoption of DPPs across textiles, electronics, construction, and beyond.
Key Discussion Points:
- Successes & Challenges – What has worked well in implementing the Battery Passport, and where are the roadblocks?
- Blueprint for Other Sectors – Which elements of the Battery Passport framework (data governance, standardization, compliance mechanisms) are transferable to other industries?
- Cross-Sector Learning – What can textiles, electronics, and construction sectors learn from the EU Battery Regulation?
- Types of DPPs
- Scaling Digital Product Passports – How can policymakers, industry leaders, and technology providers work together to create interoperable, cross-sector DPPs?
- Interoperability & Data Sharing – What are the technical and regulatory challenges in enabling seamless data exchange across industries?
From Mine to Market: How Standards & Smart Tech Drive Circularity
The transition to a circular economy starts with raw materials—but how can digital tools, standards, and data ensure sustainable sourcing, reuse, and recycling? This panel brings together key players across the value chain—miners, producers, recyclers, standardization bodies, and tech innovators—to explore the role of Digital Product Passports, AI, blockchain, and smart tracking technologies in improving material traceability and enabling circular business models. Join us for an in-depth discussion on how industry collaboration and regulatory alignment can accelerate the shift toward a truly circular and digital future.
Key Discussion Points:
- Raw Materials in the Digital Age – How traceability and data-driven insights are shaping sustainable resource management.
- DPPs as a Circularity Enabler – How Digital Product Passports connect miners, producers, and recyclers to close material loops.
- Standardization & Compliance – The role of global standards (ISO, EU regulations, industry frameworks) in ensuring interoperability and cross-sector adoption.
- Tech Innovations for Circularity – How AI, blockchain, and digital twins are enhancing transparency, efficiency, and decision-making.
- Collaboration Across the Value Chain – Aligning efforts between businesses, policymakers, and technology providers to scale circular solutions.
The Future of Digital Product Passports: Scaling Up & Commercializing the Vision
Digital Product Passports have moved beyond conceptual pilots and regulatory mandates—but how do we turn them into commercially viable solutions? This panel will tackle the monetization challenges of DPPs, funding opportunities, and business models that can drive their large-scale adoption. Bringing together startups, investors, corporates, and policymakers, we’ll explore how businesses can earn money with DPPs while delivering tangible value across industries.
Key Discussion Points:
- From Pilots to Profitability – What’s needed to scale DPPs beyond pilot projects and integrate them into mainstream business models?
- Can DPPs Be Monetized? – Identifying commercial opportunities within data-driven business models, circular marketplaces, and compliance-as-a-service.
- Incentives & Funding Mechanisms – How investors, government grants, and public-private partnerships can accelerate DPP adoption.
- The Role of Industry Consortia – How collaborations between businesses, regulators, and tech providers can lower implementation costs and create network effects.
- Startups vs. Corporates – Who Wins? – What lessons can startups, investors, and established players learn from each other in scaling DPP-based solutions.
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