On 8 June, the European Compost Network (ECN) held its Annual Meeting in Brussels, bringing together members from across Europe to review ongoing activities, discuss strategic priorities, and strengthen collaboration across the network.
We were pleased to welcome Mirabela Lupaescu from DG Environment, who delivered an insightful presentation on the upcoming Bioeconomy Strategy and the implications of future European policies for the biowaste and composting sector.
Members also heard from ECN Project Officer for Agriculture, Olivier Labrie, who presented ECN's recently developed Fact Sheets on the benefits of compost application to soil. These resources highlight the important role of compost in improving soil health, enhancing carbon sequestration, and supporting sustainable agricultural practices.
A key outcome of the meeting was the re-election of Tony Breton to the ECN Board for a further three-year term. His re-election reflects the confidence of ECN members in his commitment to advancing sustainable biowaste management, composting, and nutrient recycling in Ireland and across Europe.
ECN congratulates Tony Breton on his re-election and looks forward to continuing its work with the Board and members in support of a more circular and sustainable Europe.
We would like to thank all participants for their active engagement and contributions to a productive and successful Annual Meeting. We look forward to continuing our collaboration and advancing our shared objectives in the months ahead.