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DOM DARE “Next Level” – Thinkathon #2 on Circular Solutions in Valmiera

Project: Circ@Home
Physical Meeting

Description

On February 25, 2026 (13:00–17:00), DOM DARE “Next Level” – Thinkathon #2 will take place at DARE (Cēsu Street 4, Valmiera).

The event will bring together DARE clients, partners, and other stakeholders to explore the next development steps of DARE as an emerging circularity hub and to discuss practical solutions for integrating circular principles into everyday household practices.

The programme will include:

  • talks on circular approaches in the textile sector and resource efficiency;
  • insights into current challenges in the textile industry, including sustainability, resource consumption, and innovation;
  • discussions on strengthening cooperation between the city, households, and service providers;
  • networking and exchange of ideas among participants.

The Thinkathon format encourages active participation, co-creation, and practical dialogue aimed at advancing circular solutions at the local level.

The event is held within the framework of Vidzeme Innovation Week.

Agenda

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    Time
    Item
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    13:00 - 13:15 Arrival, registration, informal networking

    13:15 - 13:30 Opening
    Introduction to DomDARE "Next Level"
    DARE's development vision towards a circular economy hub

    13:30 - 13:50 Circ@Home project updates
    Liene Krūmiņa
    Opportunities for households to get involved in the project, build
    knowledge and adopt more circular everyday practices.

    13:50 - 14:35 "The Story of Textiles: A Journey Through Time" (extended lecture)
    Inga Dāboliņa
    The role of textiles in our daily lives and sustainable choices.

    14:35 - 14:55 Coffee break and networking

    14:55 - 15:40 "Capsule Wardrobe for Resource Efficiency" (extended lecture)
    Laura Arnicāne
    Smart shopping habits and the capsule wardrobe as a practical method
    for saving resources.

    15:40 - 16:25 Thinkathon | DomDARE "Next level"
    Collaborative idea generation and group work on how DARE can
    evolve into a circular economy hub and become a place where
    residents, experts and technologies meet.

    16:25 - 17:00 Discussion & summary of ideas
    Key insights from the thinkathon, Q&A with speakers, and
    suggestions for next steps in DARE's development and future
    cooperation.|

     

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