ICLEI Europe’s podcast Local Voices for Sustainability is back with a new episode, this time featuring the circular economy efforts of Guimarães, a city renowned for its deep-rooted history and commitment to sustainable urban development and a very active CCD Signatory. Titled Closing the Food Waste Circle in Guimarães, the episode highlights how the city is leading the charge in resource efficiency and low-carbon initiatives, positioning itself as a model for sustainability.

In this episode, Dalila Sepúlveda discusses the city's journey from a linear to a circular economy. With a focus on the reuse and regeneration of materials, the conversation covers innovative approaches to tackling food and textile waste, as well as community-driven initiatives. Sepúlveda explains how the city is engaging local farmers, NGOs, and educational institutions to foster sustainable practices, particularly among the younger generation. The city’s ambitious goals include achieving zero waste certification for restaurants and introducing new recycling innovations.

The podcast offers valuable insights into how Guimarães is working to reduce food waste through community engagement, composting, and food-sharing programmes. As Sepúlveda puts it, collaboration and education are at the heart of the city’s efforts to promote sustainable consumption and resource efficiency.

Tune in to hear practical tips on how you, too, can adopt more sustainable habits and contribute to the circular economy!

Listen to the episode here