Leadership for the Circular Transition
Join students and educators from all educational levels in shaping the circular economy. Learn, collaborate, and tackle real-life challenges through our year-round program and annual hackathon.
Work together on a circular future
In the national Talentprogramme Leadership for the Circular Transition (LCT), we prepare students to play their part in the transition towards a circular world by developing the competencies and skills they need. Students work together with fellow students mbo, hbo and wo. Experts and teachers from the field of sustainability and circular transitions meet each other during informal learning community meetings.
Leadership for the Circular Transition
We connect students and educators to explore their role in the circular transition. Through workshops, community meetings, and collaborative projects, you'll strengthen partnerships, share experiences, and experiment with new ideas in a supportive learning community.
National Hackathon Circular Economy
Our annual hackathon brings students together to solve real-life challenges in circular business. Work in teams, innovate, and present solutions to industry partners. An exciting opportunity to make real impact!
Next Hackathon: 2-6 February 2026. Theme: Making events waste free.
"I made really big changes
personally, but also on the case of circularity"
LCT Student, 2023
"Working with people from different backgrounds really opens up paths to new creative ideas."
LCT Student, 2023
Join the National Hackathon Circular Economy 2026
From 2 to 6 February, students from MBO, HBO, and WO across the Netherlands come together to develop creative solutions for circular challenges. This year's theme: making events zero waste!
Participate in a week full of inspiration: kick-off sessions, (online) expert workshops, teamwork, and the chance to pitch your idea at the regional or Grande Finale. Previous challenges have included making train stations waste-free, tackling slow fashion, and reducing new consumer goods among young people — in collaboration with partners like NS, ProRail, H&M, New Optimist, Bol, and Het Goed.
The LCT-program is made possible by:
If you have any questions, please contact the coördinator:
Dianne de Fijter | dianne.defijter@hetgroenebrein.nl