On January 17, 2025, the REBOUND project officially launched with its Kick-Off Meeting in Thessaloniki, Greece! This event brought together partners from Greece, Spain, and Italy to begin a transformative journey toward integrating circular economy principles into basketball clubs.
Why REBOUND?
Sports organizations play a crucial role in sustainability, and REBOUND, co-funded by Erasmus+ Sport, aims to help basketball clubs reduce waste, optimize resources, and implement eco-friendly practices. From recycling equipment to rethinking resource management, the project seeks to create a sustainable framework that can be adopted across Europe.
Key Highlights from the Kick-Off Meeting:
✔️ The project’s objectives and expected impact were outlined.
✔️ Partners discussed how basketball clubs can embrace sustainability and environmental awareness.
✔️ A detailed action plan was developed for the implementation of circular economy strategies in sports.
Who is Behind REBOUND?
The success of the project relies on a strong transnational partnership, including:
- Tero PC (Greece) – Project Coordinator.
- FEGABA (Spain) – Leading the circular economy training efforts.
- Evnikos SC (Greece) – Responsible for dissemination and outreach.
- ASD Borgomanero Sporting Club (Italy) – Supporting educational activities and evaluation.
What’s Next?
As the project moves forward, REBOUND will develop and test a comprehensive training curriculum for basketball clubs, empowering them to adopt sustainable practices. Stay tuned for updates on upcoming events, training sessions, and project outcomes!
