NEWS: GPP2ADRION Launches a New Capacity Building Training Programme on Green Public Procurement

The GPP2ADRION project is launching a Capacity Building Training Programme on Green Public Procurement (GPP) aimed at strengthening skills, knowledge and institutional capacity across the ADRION macro-region.

The training supports public authorities and key stakeholders in the effective implementation of GPP as a strategic tool to promote sustainable development and the transition towards a circular economy, in line with EU policies and standards.

Who the training is for

The programme is addressed to public administration staff, procurement officers, environmental focal points, project managers and other stakeholders involved in procurement processes. It combines introductory and advanced content to meet different levels of experience.

Training format and schedule

The training will be delivered online through weekly sessions from 11 March to 15 April, running daily from 09:00 to 13:30.
It is structured into basic and advanced modules, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, case-based learning.

Training content

The basic modules will cover:

  • The EU legal framework on Green Public Procurement and the Circular Economy;
  • Key EU GPP criteria and requirements;
  • Differences and similarities in GPP legislation across project countries;
  • Practical methods and tools for applying GPP in public institutions.

The advanced modules will focus on applied case studies, including:

  • Use of green criteria in public procurement procedures;
  • GPP in fuel purchasing and energy efficiency;
  • Market analysis and Life Cycle Cost (LCC) calculations for tendering;
  • Application of GPP standards in areas such as waste management and product purchasing.

GPP Ambassador Programme

A final knowledge assessment will take place at the end of the training. Participants who successfully pass the final exam will be recognised as GPP Ambassadors, contributing to the wider uptake of sustainable procurement practices in their institutions and countries.

How to participate

Interested participants are invited to confirm their participation by 15 February 2026. Contact us at matilde.cavalli@unipd.it or ivanaostojic27@yahoo.com to reserve a spot.