The workshop was interactive and address topics related to cluster management, corporate support services, best environmental management practices, and tools for improving resource efficiency and circularity within companies. The objectives of the workshop were:

• Networking and engage cluster organizations into EREK and related Resource Efficiency/Circular Economy activities.
• To raise awareness and enable cluster organisations to offer resource efficiency support services and tools in their sector activities.
• Share knowledge and experience.
• Use synergies within different EU projects and activities.

From the above-mentioned topics and goals, IFKA Green Economy unit - because of the TRIS project - and European Resource Efficiency Knowledge Centre are similar to its objectives, so after the workshop, IFKA has launched its application for membership to EREK. Membership brings advantages by gaining additional opportunities to enhance the competitiveness of SMSs through resource efficiency and the use of tools for the circular economy.