The E-Waste Academy - Manager (EWAM) edition is getting to Costa Rica, next March 2019. The upcoming EWAM, organized by UNU-ViE SCYCLE, is part of a broader initiative – managed by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), with the financial support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The overall project aims at strengthening national initiatives and enhancing regional cooperation for the environmentally sound management of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in Waste of Electrical or Electronic Equipment (WEEE) in the Latin American Countries.

In this context, the EWAM will provide a regional forum for different stakeholders, including representatives of governments, policy makers, industry managers etc., to offer practical skills in the design and implementation of e-waste management solutions. The EWAM participants will have the unique opportunities to exchange existing practices, discuss challenges and develop a better informed decision-making process in this field.

For additional information on the E-waste Academy you can contact Deepali at sinha[at]vie.unu.edu.

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The Business Boot Camp will be held from the 10th to the 14th of September in Berlin, Germany.

Applications are invited from SME recyclers/refurbishers/collectors, start-up entrepreneurs, investors interested in green economy business opportunities.

Apply by the 31st of May for a chance to participate in this one of a kind boot camp.

Including hands-on workshops, mentoring clinics and expert inputs, the 5 day curriculum will address specific topics relevant for e-waste businesses, including business models, legislative, regulatory and technical environments, reporting requirements, processing and treatment technologies and standards, market scoping and assessment techniques, financing requirements, funding opportunities, formalisation/partnering with informal workers etc.

More details coming soon! Pre-register your interest with us here

This years' EWAM will be held at the stunning AVANI RIVERSIDE BANGKOK HOTEL Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Chao Phraya River and offering panoramic views of the city’s skyscape, the property has one of the best-rated locations in Bangkok. With over 20 meeting rooms of every size and capacity and top-class facilities, the venue is sure to leave you engaged and inspired. We look forward to welcoming our participants!

Due to a number of requests for a few additional days to apply, we have extended the application deadline to the 16th of February.

The 2018 edition of the EWAM Asia will be held from the 7th to 11th of May in Bangkok, Thailand with a regional focus on Asia.

Applications are invited from Government Officials, Policy Makers, Regulators and SME Collectors, Recyclers, Refurbishers.

Apply by the 31st of January for a chance to participate in this enriching learning experience.

The next edition of the EWAM will take place in Asia in Spring-Summer 2018. More details on dates, location and application deadline coming soon. In case you are interested in participating, please indicate your interest at ewa@unu.edu and we will keep you informed.

EWAM 2017 held in Tanzania this year, ended on the 10th of November, leaving both the participants and as well as the organisers, very impressed. We will be uploading the photographs from the event soon!

This year's edition of the EWAM has commenced today at Dar es Salaam. The details of everyday's events will be updated on the website.

The application deadline for EWAM 2017 has been passed and no further applications will be considered.

Due to a number of requests for a few additional days to apply, we have extended the application deadline to the 25th of August.

The 2017 edition of the EWAM will be held from the 6th to 10th of November in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania with a regional focus on Africa.

Applications are invited from Government Officials/Policy Makers and SMEs (Collectors, Recyclers, Refurbishers etc.).

Apply by the 11th of August for a chance to participate in this enriching learning experience.

We invite representatives from agencies and organisations directly involved in fighting waste crime, particularly on the EU-West
Africa and EU-China routes.

Each workshop will last for 4 days and focus on improving collaboration among authorities and increased enforcement skills to help fight cross-border
waste crime more effectively.

The first training session will take place in Rome from 18 - 21 September, focusing in particular on the EU-Africa route, while the second training
session to be held in in Beijing from 24 - 27 October will look at the specifics of the EU-China route.

Attendance is free, but on an invitation-only basis. To register your interest
or to receive access to online training, please fill out the short APPLICATION FORM by clicking on this news item.