IW:LEARN Experience Note - SPS8 in Accra

Group photo of all delegates at SPS8.

The Sustainable Phosphorus Summit (SPS) is a global conference series dedicated to advancing research, dialogue, and action on sustainable global phosphorus management. The SPS is convened to address these challenges and to catalyse coordinated international responses. SPS8 took place in Accra (Ghana) 30th September to 3rd October 2025.

In this IW:LEARN Experience Note, we describe the scope of the conference, uPcycle's involvement in convening the Stakeholder Workshop and demonstrating an early iteration of the Global Lakes Explorer, and discuss the interconnected themes of phosphorus upcycling as part of the summit's three technical site visits. We also discuss the future potential of the newly created African Sustainable Phosphorus Network in targeting circular economy opportunities specific to Africa. 

Read the full experience note here: IW:LEARN | Notes - SPS8 in Accra: Turning Phosphorus Challenges into Global Action