ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

1. Application

Yay! I’d love to take part! How can I apply with a programme idea?

  • Submit your programme/event for Saturday 14 November or Sunday 15 November via our Application form until 1 September 2026 one.
  • Your details will be published exactly as you enter them. You should therefore ensure that the information you provide is clear, understandable and complete, so that you present yourself in the best possible light. You can let us know about any necessary changes at any time.
  • The circular economy thrives on exchange and practical experience. We therefore recommend that, Local events to organise these and encourage direct dialogue with participants – ideally supplemented by a hybrid format.
  • Please check that we are legally permitted to use the photos, logos and other content you have submitted, and, if necessary, provide us with image credits so that we may publish the content on our website, social media, programme leaflets, etc.

2. Programme planning & confirmation of attendance

How does the selection process work, and when will I hear back?

  • Once we have received your application, we will review the details you have provided and get back to you within 2–3 weeks with written confirmation of your participation.
  • To avoid any clashes with other items on the programme, we will Event times in consultation with you, if necessary. adjust.
  • Once the application deadline of 1 September 26 has passed, Circular Berlin will curate the programme and agree the final event times with all organisers.
  • All events will be published on our website by 1 October 2026 at the latest.

3. Relevance to the topic

How do you decide which events to include in the programme?

We include events that support at least one of our three programme objectives:

  • A circular economy you can experience first-hand, featuring installations in everyday locations that bring circular solutions to life and strengthen neighbourhoods, participation and social innovation.
  • A circular economy that pays off, using tools, circular and/or innovative business models and financing solutions that drive the transition to a circular economy.
  • The circular economy: shaping the future, through political measures, new regulatory frameworks, as well as collaboration and the exchange of knowledge, which will facilitate the transition to a circular economy and society.

Whether it’s a workshop, an exhibition, a guided tour or a hands-on activity – we welcome a wide range of formats that raise awareness of the circular economy in Berlin and inspire people to get involved.

We are particularly looking forward to Repair quotes. Let’s work together over a weekend to get as many products as possible back into working order!

4. Building reach together

How we’re getting the whole of Berlin excited about Looptopia!

  • You are the best ambassador for what you have to offer. To help us reach as many Berliners as possible together, we’re providing you with a Communication pack containing templates, graphics and the official LOOPTOPIA logo available. Please display the logo prominently in your communications and share your event via your own channels. This way, we can raise the profile of LOOPTOPIA in many different places and communities, and together we can generate more interest in your event and the programme as a whole.
  • At the same time, we can use the images and information you provide to showcase and highlight your event further via the LOOPTOPIA channels.

5. Well prepared – what else is important?

  • Please send us any changes regarding the time, venue, content or organisation of the event as soon as possible to looptopia@circular.berlin, so that all the information on our website is always up to date.
  • Unfortunately, we are unable to provide any technical functions for handling applications, registrations or payment processes. However, we will Links to register or pay participation fees for the events incorporate it into our main website.
  • As an event organiser, you are responsible for ensuring that your event is run properly. This means that you must ensure compliance with all applicable legal regulations, permits and safety requirements, as well as with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
  • We want to highlight the impact we make together! To this end, we would ask you to take part in the surveys and evaluation exercises provided. These may include, for example, the number of participants, the number of products repaired or reused, or other event-related impact data.