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Institute for Research in Environment, Civil Engineering and Energy<\/p>\n<\/p><\/h3><\/div>

The Institute for Research in Environment, Civil Engineering and Energy (IECE) is a private, non-profit research institution dedicated to promoting sustainable development through an integrated approach of research, education, and consultancy.<\/p>\n

Founded in 2014 by Civil Engineering Institute Macedonia JSC (CEIM)<\/a>\u2014a regional leader with decades of experience across the Western Balkans\u2014IECE was established as part of CEIM\u2019s corporate social responsibility to create long-term, knowledge-driven impact beyond business. The institute is accredited by the Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia.<\/p>\n

IECE is strategically positioned as an interface between academia and industry, fostering mutual exchange of knowledge, expertise, and innovative ideas. Its mission is to create platforms for dialogue, collaboration, and sustainable action that benefits both the economy and future generations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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The foundations of IECE are set on three pillars<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Research, development, and innovation<\/h5><\/div>

Leading applied research to address pressing environmental and societal challenges.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Education<\/h5><\/div>

Offering higher education, vocational education and training (VET), and lifelong learning programs tailored to youth and adults alike.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Consultancy<\/h5><\/div>

Providing expert guidance to institutions, companies, and communities in implementing sustainable, long-term strategies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

IECE\u2019s signature CO-IN\u00a9 Model promotes collaborative innovation by bringing together government, academia, industry, professional associations, and civil society. Through systemic thinking, inclusive dialogue, and practical implementation, the model supports the creation and scaling of circular and sustainable solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Committed to a knowledge-based economy, IECE empowers future generations to develop sustainable solutions with innovation, responsibility, and leadership.<\/h5><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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RECONOMY Program<\/span><\/div><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The establishment and continuous support of the Western Balkans Circular Economy Hub was initiated by the RECONOMY program and the Western Balkans Chambers of Commerce.<\/p>\n

RECONOMY is an inclusive and green economic development program of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), implemented by HELVETAS Swiss Inter-cooperation in the Eastern Partnership and the Western Balkan countries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Find out more about RECONOMY<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Chambers of Commerce<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>

The Western Balkans Circular Economy Hub has partnered with the Chambers of Commerce from the region as key institutions that represent the interests of businesses, support their growth, and act as a bridge between the private sector and policy makers. By partnering with the Chambers, we aim to accelerate the circular economy transition in the Western Balkans by directly engaging companies\u2014the main actors in this shift. Through this collaboration, the Hub can promote circular practices, share resources, and support capacity-building among chamber members, making circularity more accessible and actionable across sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Dhoma e Tregtis\u00eb dhe Industris\u00eb e Serbis\u00eb<\/h5><\/div>
M\u00ebso m\u00eb shum\u00eb<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Chamber of Economy of Montenegro<\/span><\/h5><\/div>
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Kosova Chamber of Commerce<\/h5><\/div>
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Small Business Chamber N. Macedonia<\/h5><\/div>
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Foreign Trade Chamber of Bosnia and Herzegovina<\/h5><\/div>
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M\u00ebso m\u00eb shum\u00eb<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Union of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Albania<\/h5><\/div>
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M\u00ebso m\u00eb shum\u00eb<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Chamber of Commerce of Republic of Srpska<\/h5><\/div>
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Become a Partner of WBCE Hub<\/h2><\/div>

Join us as a partner to co-create impactful activities, expand your network, and raise the visibility of your circular economy efforts as an organisation.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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    Collaborate with the Hub and other organisations from the region to co-create joint events and activities, and forge partnerships for long-lasting projects<\/div><\/li>
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    Get access to a regional network of circular economy actors, including businesses, experts, and institutions, with the potential to exchange valuable contacts and expertise<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

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    Amplify your outreach by leveraging the Hub\u2019s platform to disseminate your events, news, and circular economy initiatives to a wider audience across the Western Balkans<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>

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    Increase your visibility and recognition through featured promotion on the Hub\u2019s communication channels and dedicated Partner section on the upcoming digital platform<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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