Zero Waste Berlin Festival

The Zero Waste Berlin Festival originated from the passion and commitment of an individual who discovered the Zero Waste movement in 2018 and immediately began to change their own lifestyle and establish a local community to make a greater impact. Since then, the project has evolved into a dynamic and growing community dedicated to a world without waste.

• Zero Waste Berlin Festival: An annual festival that brings together visionaries, innovative companies, and dedicated change-makers to shape a sustainable, waste-free world. The festival includes lectures, workshops, and interactive activities in various categories such as circular economy, sustainable agriculture, zero waste lifestyle, and cultural sustainability[3][4].
• Zero Waste Xmas Market: An annual Christmas market event that showcases local and international sustainable brands and offers workshops, music, art, and vegan as well as vegetarian food options. The market promotes a sustainable celebration of the holiday season and serves as a platform for community building and learning[2][3].
• Positive Planet Kino: A film series that inspires through short films, movies, and documentaries with a positive outlook on the future. Accompanying panel discussions allow for a deeper engagement with the topics[1][3].

The main mission of the Zero Waste Berlin Festival is to create meaningful connections, inspire actionable change, and collaboratively shape a world where zero waste is not just a concept but a lived reality. The festival's values are based on promoting sustainability, circular economy, and community building. It aims to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all who are on the path to reducing waste and making environmentally responsible choices[1][3].

The Zero Waste Berlin Festival is committed to a variety of sustainability goals, including:

• Circular Economy and Forward-Thinking Technologies: Exploring digital technologies and innovative solutions to reduce waste and improve resource utilization[3].
• Community Engagement, Education, and Advocacy: Promoting community-led initiatives, educational programs, and advocacy efforts to advance sustainability[3].
• Sustainable Agriculture and Nutrition: Investigating future solutions for agriculture and nutrition, including sustainable farming practices and urban agriculture[3].
• Zero Waste Lifestyle and Conscious Consumption: Promoting sustainable living practices and conscious consumption to create a greener future[3].
• Cultural Sustainability and ARTivism: Highlighting the cultural expressions of sustainability and the role of art and activism in raising awareness and driving social change[3].

The festival provides a platform where participants can learn from each other and collaborate, fostering cooperation between businesses, NGOs, government agencies, and the community to collectively shape a more sustainable future.

• 1 - https://www.zerowasteberlinfestival.com/about
• 2 - https://www.zerowasteberlinfestival.com/zero-waste-xmas-market/
• 3 - https://www.zerowasteberlinfestival.com
• 4 - https://nowaste.whatdesigncando.com/projects/zero-waste-berlin-festival/
• 5 - https://convention.visitberlin.de/en/congresscalendar/zero-waste-future-festival-2024