Last week, we had the honor of being invited by one of our investors, A2A, to participate in FUTURA EXPO—Italy’s largest sustainability-focused expo. Co-organized with A2A and Intesa Sanpaolo from 7 to 9 March.
Now in its third edition, FUTURA EXPO returned with an inspiring lineup of meetings, interactive workshops, and thought-provoking speeches, including Nobel laureate Andre Geim, aerospace engineer Amalia Ercoli Finzi, architect Carlo Ratti, and engineer Giorgio Metta. Discussions on innovation, sustainability, and the future were further enriched by Vincenzo Schettini, the beloved physics professor known for making science accessible and exciting, and Gianna Martinengo, entrepreneur at DKTS and President of Women&Tech ETS, shared her inspiring vision on female empowerment, and many others. But all dedicated to a shared mission: raising awareness about the importance of collaboration among companies, institutions, and citizens to create a network capable of making a real impact.
One of the event’s most inspiring aspects was the presence of young students, emphasizing the importance of early sustainability education. The FUTURA Heroes program further reinforced this mission, encouraging youth engagement in shaping a better future.
Organized by the Brescia Chamber of Commerce and Probrixia, FUTURA EXPO has consistently demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, earning carbon-neutral certification in previous editions. This year, the event once again delivered on its promise of innovation, offering cutting-edge, interactive spaces designed to engage attendees in meaningful ways. AI also played a key role in this year’s expo, with innovative installations designed to captivate and educate visitors on the potential of AI-driven solutions for sustainability.
At Circular Materials, we were proud to showcase our groundbreaking work in the Innovation Park area and to share our mission throughout the Sunday speech slot.
Our goal? To redefine how we recover and valorize materials that were once considered waste, transforming them into valuable resources that can be reintegrated into the supply chain—ensuring a truly circular approach. Our technology is not just about innovation; it serves a global mission while making a tangible impact at the local level.
With 22,000 attendees at Brixia Forum over the event, including numerous families and young visitors, FUTURA EXPO has solidified its reputation as a crucial platform for sustainability dialogue. As Roberto Saccone, President of the Brescia Chamber of Commerce, emphasized during the expo’s closing event, “This success is the result of Brescia’s teamwork—a system that considers both the city and the entire provincial territory. FUTURA EXPO is one of the chamber’s projects where the participation of the entire ‘Brescia system’ is most strongly reflected. This demonstrates that we can rethink our approach to other initiatives currently in development.”
Notably, FUTURA EXPO is set to become a biennial event, with the next edition officially scheduled for spring 2027. As Pro Brixia President Roberto Zini highlighted, “This is an exhibition where companies participate to share their stories, not to sell”.
This transformation reflects the expo’s evolving role in fostering meaningful conversations about sustainability and innovation.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to FUTURA EXPO and its organizers for the opportunity to be part of this incredible event. We look forward to returning in 2027 and continuing our journey towards a more sustainable future. If there’s one key takeaway from FUTURA EXPO, it’s that sustainability is not just a trend—it’s a responsibility, a vision, and a passion that fuels our work every day.
