Philippine Delegation Tours Norway for Circular Economy Insights
Philippine officials visited Norway to study waste management and recycling strategies.
The Brief
- Philippine delegation visited Norway to examine EPR and DRS systems.
- Delegation included representatives from multiple Philippine organizations.
- Tour included visits to Norwegian recycling companies and government talks.
A Philippine delegation led by DENR Undersecretary Jonas R. Leones visited Norway from 4–9 October to explore Extended Producer Responsibility and sustainable waste management practices.
The group included members from Evergreen Labs, Nature’s Spring, PARMS, GIZ Philippines, and the Philippines–Norway Business Council.
During the tour, the delegation visited Norwegian companies such as Infinitum, ROAF, and TOMRA, as well as the Ministry of Climate and Environment and Norfund.
Norwegian Ambassador Kristian Netland highlighted the importance of collaboration between government, business, and communities in advancing a circular economy.
The visit aimed to exchange knowledge on waste collection, sorting, and recycling, while also assessing Norwegian technology and investment opportunities for the Philippines.
Ana Florentino, the Embassy’s Senior Adviser for Business and Trade, noted the active engagement and interest shown by the Philippine participants.
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