Regulatory Affairs Specialist (EU), Material Stewardship

Symeon Christofyllidis

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Based in Europe

Symeon Christofyllidis analyzes EU regulatory developments in the sustainability field and manages circular economy-related projects for the European Copper Institute (ECI). Symeon has been pivotal in the development of ICA’s Circular Economy Blueprint, which aims to consolidate the results of ECI’s circular economy projects into communication materials for use in all programs and regions. 

With a BSc in Political Science and Public Administration, an MA in Political Marketing, and an MA in European Studies, Symeon uses his expertise and passion for public policy to analyze legal documents and turn technical information into effective policy recommendations. In his advocacy efforts, he identifies opportunities for the copper industry to support the goals of the European Green Deal and the global green transition. 

Symeon is happiest when he is traveling the world and discovering new cultures. With a love of adventure, Symeon can be found trying new cuisines, practicing his photography or exploring the ocean as a certified open water diver. 

“Copper’s circular potential makes it the strategic material of choice in the electrification and decarbonization efforts of the EU and worldwide.” 

Latest Resources from Symeon Christofyllidis

Copper recycling in Europe: Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Brochure|Clean and Circular Economy
Symeon Christofyllidis

Copper recycling in Europe: Waster from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Copper is 100% recyclable and can be reused multiple times without losing its intrinsic physical and chemicals properties. Recycling…

Copper recycling in Europe: End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs)

Brochure|Clean and Circular Economy
Symeon Christofyllidis

Copper recycling in Europe: End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) Copper is 100% recyclable and can be reused multiple times without losing its intrinsic physical and chemical properties. Recycling depends on many factors,…

No Resources Lost: The Circular Opportunity of Industrial Symbiosis

Article|Industrial Symbiosis
Symeon Christofyllidis

By working together, industries can reduce waste by finding applications for byproducts of production, or repurposing products at the end of their life for re-entry to the supply chain. For…

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