During the project, we used an online questionnaire to assess the public’s knowledge and habits regarding the circular economy. Based on the results, identified problems were discussed jointly by citizens, policymakers, and decision-makers at both in-person and online meetings, as well as at awareness-raising events.
The work was carried out using a crowdsourcing method: each partner organisation relied on its own community, then the collected results were compared, and common conclusions were drawn. The questionnaire helped uncover the public’s knowledge, commitment, and the obstacles that hinder active engagement in the circular economy. The summary is presented in a report that describes the project and its evaluation.
Report on the Hungarian survey:
The project examined citizens’ knowledge, attitudes, habits, and needs regarding the circular economy at the level of individual Member States.
The We-DEMOCRACY project brought together researchers from Bulgaria, Greece, Hungary, Italy, and Romania with the aim of fostering active European citizenship and improving the conditions for civic and e-democratic participation. The project organized a series of activities designed to empower citizens to learn from one another, collaborate, and participate in decision-making processes in the field of the circular economy.
The circular economy is a model of production and consumption that involves sharing, leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing, and recycling existing materials and products for as long as possible. In this way, the lifecycle of products is extended.
Problem-mapping and problem-solving events
Comprehensive surveys (international and national) on knowledge and popularity of the circular economy
Community participation events with both in-person and online attendance
Innovative digital platform to strengthen a culture of open debate
Awareness-raising programs carried out in five countries
We’re curious about your opinion on the topic of the circular economy!
On the Your Priorities platform, we ask citizens in 7 topics through exciting questions and ideas:
Do you think that education for critical thinking alone is enough to counter fake news related to climate change?
Through various gamification techniques – such as reward systems, leaderboards, and interactive challenges – we can create a learning experience that encourages students to actively participate in waste management and recycling initiatives. Do you agree?
What sustainability indicators should we consider when purchasing a product or service?
How could we effectively combat illegal waste dumping?
What do you think about eco-labels and logos? Can we avoid “greenwashing” with them?
How can artificial intelligence support circular economy initiatives?
To ensure information reliability and easy access, could blockchain technology be useful for certification?
Share your arguments and counterarguments, and tell us about your experiences with our international community here:
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