A new EU-funded mapping project could put imaging consumables and equipment remanufacturers on the radar in three Eastern Partnership countries – offering a chance to influence policy and forge new partnerships in emerging markets.
The EU4Green Recovery East programme, funded by the European Union and implemented under the EU4Environment – Water and Data initiative, is calling for expressions of interest to take part in a stakeholder mapping exercise in Armenia, Moldova, and Ukraine.
For the imaging consumables and equipment remanufacturing sector, the call provides an early opportunity to influence how these countries develop their circular economy frameworks. Being listed could enhance the sector’s visibility with policymakers, open pathways to future funding opportunities, and connect businesses with local reuse, repair, and e-waste collection partners.
Managed by the Environment Agency Austria (EAA), the project will identify stakeholders from government, private industry, academia, civil society, and international partners. It will evaluate their roles, influence, and connections within circular economy value chains. An interactive online map will be developed to illustrate the ecosystem and highlight opportunities for cooperation.
Organisers say the mapping will “improve understanding of the circular economy landscape” in these countries and support greener, more resilient economies. For imaging stakeholders, participation could also aid supply chain diversification and establish links to markets that may later align with EU Green Deal standards.
These Eastern Partnership nations are in the early stages of developing their circular economy systems. Getting involved now could give the imaging reuse sector a voice in policy formulation and provide a head start in establishing market relationships.
The deadline for expressions of interest is 25 August 2025.
More details: eu4waterdata.eu
