The final event of SUSTAIN-CE Project, the Final Conference on Sustainability & Circular Economy in Engineering Education took place at Yasar University in Izmir, Turkey, on May 12, 2023, bringing together a diverse group of professionals, researchers, policy makers, and educators as well as engineering and architecture students.

During the conference, attendees engaged in lively discussions, listened to insightful keynote speeches,  and shared their knowledge and experiences on topics ranging from sustainable infrastructure design to circular economy principles inengineering education.

The speakers delivered thought-provoking presentations, shedding light on the importance of integrating sustainability and circular economy concepts into the engineering curriculums. The conference showcased innovative approaches, best practices, and real-world case studies that demonstrated the positive impacts of sustainable design on infrastructure systems and the environment.

In addition to the fruitful discussions, the conference marked the launch of the SUSTAIN-CE Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), ensuring the continued dissemination of knowledge and resources developed throughout the project. The VLE will provide open and distance education, empowering a broader audience to access the curated content and benefit from the innovative curriculum on sustainable infrastructure design.

The success of the SUSTAIN-CE Final Conference serves as a catalyst for future collaborations, inspiring a collective effort towards creating a more sustainable and resilient built environment. The organizers expressed their gratitude to all participants, and partners for their contributions and commitment.