EIT Food's representation in Latvia, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture (ZM) and the Federation of Latvian Food Companies (LPUF), is organizing a round table discussion titled "Improving Ecosystem Synergies in the Context of Sustainable Packaging" on June 26 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The discussion will feature representatives from the ministry, industry experts, and food chain participants who will address the challenges and potential solutions in developing and promoting sustainable packaging in Latvia. The event will be held both online and in person (Republikas laukums 2, Riga). The goal is to identify and develop specific measures to enhance ecosystem synergy and promote sustainable packaging development.
Registration is required to participate -> register HERE by June 25, 12:00 PM!
The aim of the event is to identify and develop specific measures to improve ecosystem synergy and promote the development of sustainable packaging in Latvia. This includes recognizing challenges, seeking solutions, educating and engaging participants, and fostering collaboration among all ecosystem stakeholders.
EVENT AGENDA
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM Registration
10:00 AM – 10:10 AM Opening Remarks
Armands Krauze, Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Latvia
Irina Arhipova, Vice-Rector for Science at Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
10:10 AM - 12:00 PM Round Table Discussion
12:00 PM - 12:40 PM Coffee Break
12:40 PM - 1:50 PM Continued Discussion
Moderator: Eva Johansone
Discussion Participants: Representative of the Ministry of Agriculture
Rudīte Vesere, Director of the Environmental Protection Department, Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development
Sandra Muižniece-Brasava, Chairperson of the Board of the Latvian Packaging Association, Professor at LBTU Food Institute
Irina Pilvere, Rector of Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
Dace Vanaga, Director of the Business Incubator Department, Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA)
Ināra Šure, Chairperson of the Board of the Federation of Latvian Food Companies (LPUF)
Roberts Cešeiko, Chairman of the Board, SIA “KEEFA”
Jurģis Ugors, Chairman of the Board, Latvian Waste Management Association
Representatives of Latvian Retailers
Discussion Main Topics:
Challenges and possible solutions for sustainable packaging
Understanding and involvement of ecosystem participants in promoting sustainability
Policy and cooperation
Steps to improve ecosystem synergy in the context of sustainable packaging
1:50 PM – 2:00 PM Closing Remarks
Attention: the event will be held in Latvian language only.