In order to consolidate the close cooperation between TUD and the Czech cluster WASTen, the second joint workshop, topic of "Ways to Circular Economy", took place at the Czech Technical University of Prague (CTU) on 3 and 4 May. Under the scientific lead of Prof. Michael Beckmann, chairman for the School of Engineering Sciences at TUD, and Dr. Radek Hořenovský, Managing Director of WASTen, around 40 representatives from science and industry from both countries met to expand the cross-border networks and discuss current topics in the circular economy. From the TUD side, Prof. Christina Dornack, Institute of Waste Management and Circular Economy and Prof. Niels Modler, Institute of Lightweight Engineering and Polymer Technology enriched the programme with expert presentations.

On the sidelines of the event, meetings were held with Prof. Oldřich Starý, Prorector for International Relations, and Dr. Volfgang Melecký, Head of the International Office at CTU. The meetings focused on the renewal of existing cooperation agreements and the promotion of student exchange.