Circle Economy
Circle Economy is a global impact organization based in Amsterdam that drives the transition to a circular economy. With over 60 experts, it provides practical solutions for various sectors and promotes sustainable transformations to create a just future for all.
About Circle Economy
editCircle Economy is a global impact organization that was founded in 2011 as a cooperative and is based in the vibrant Amsterdam. With a team of over 60 experts, Circle Economy is working to double global circularity by 2032 to prevent climate collapse. The organization provides practical and scalable solutions to accelerate the transition to a circular economy and address the greatest challenges facing humanity.
Key Products and Services
editCircle Economy offers a variety of services aimed at promoting the circular economy across various sectors. These include programs for the built environment, the textile industry, the food and agriculture sector, as well as financial services. The organization supports cities and nations through the Circularity Gap Reporting Initiative and the Circular Jobs Initiative to measure and promote the circular economy. Digital tools and metrics help monitor and optimize progress.
Mission and Values
editThe mission of Circle Economy is to empower decision-makers in businesses, cities, and governments worldwide to accelerate the transition to a circular economy. The organization aims for an economic transformation that allows all people and living beings to thrive within the safe boundaries of our planet. The values of Circle Economy include courage, transformation, collaboration, and belonging, all aimed at shaping a sustainable and just future.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editCircle Economy actively advocates for the promotion of the circular economy to reduce harmful emissions and eliminate waste. The organization works to reintegrate materials into the economic cycle, thereby averting climate change. By developing data and digital tools, such as the Circularity Gap Report, Circle Economy provides insights and solutions to advance the circular economy. The organization is also committed to training and educating professionals to foster the necessary skills for a circular future.
Collaboration and Impact
editCircle Economy has promoted circularity in over 26 nations, 54 cities, and 470 organizations over the past 12 years and has trained over 4230 people. The organization works closely with partners committed to the planet and offers consulting services for forward-thinking leaders and businesses to identify, assess, and implement circular solutions.
With a clear focus on the practical implementation and scalability of circular solutions, Circle Economy is dedicated to creating the conditions for systemic transformation and enabling a sustainable future for all.