In today’s age of rapid technological advancement and innovation, a greater number of electronic goods, which comprises computers, televisions, laptops, tablets, refrigerators, cell phones, fax machines, batteries, DVD sets, vacuum cleaners, microwave ovens, electric lamps, etc.
The Circular Economy Package and Plastics Strategy have set a high-level framework to improve the resource efficiency of the European economy. But to be effective, this framework must remain a policy priority for the next European Commission and Parliament, writes Nick Molho.
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Unlocking the full potential of the circular economy to tackle the climate challenges is the key priority for the 750 attendees of the World Resources Forum 2019, which opened its doors today in Antwerp.
Finnish food manufacturer Fazer has announced a €40 million investment into a new factory for oat-based healthy sugar alternative xylitol, which is said to be an example of state-of-the-art circular economy innovation.
In February 2017, 33 major companies committed to the circular economy. Almost two years later, Afep takes stock of the 100 actions.
SC Johnson joins the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s nine existing Global Partners in driving forward market-leading, circular economy initiatives at scale.
Exploring sustainable initiatives, innovating for the planet and educating the general public about the circular economy… The standout personalities in 2018.
Refurbishment | Recycling and refurbishment are still rare in Europe’s economies. Platforms like Refurbed offer a first contact to a more sustainable approach.
The Limburg Energy Fund (“LEF”), a regional investment fund established by the Province of Limburg, is the first of its kind to join Circle Economy’s membership community. LEF has a mandate to support sustainability in or for Limburg.
Developed by AFNOR, the new XP X30-901 standard lays down a method of organization for launching circular economy projects.
Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries encourages circular economy dubbed as blue economy in the industry to support the government’s commitment to tackle waste issues and increase added values.
Unscrupulous sellers that are looking to make quick and easy sales are more than happy to get paid higher prices than what their products are actually worth. If the refurbished industry is to be saved, it’s going to need a big makeover – and not just a superficial one.
UK-based charity, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, has released a suite of policy resources to encourage more cities to transition to a circular economy.
Eastman, which manufactures Naia cellulosic yarn, has joined the Milan-based C.L.A.S.S. to support the circular economy.
The European Commission has published a comprehensive report on the implementation of the Circular Economy Action Plan it adopted in December 2015.The report presents the main results of implementing the action plan and sketches out open challenges to … Continue reading →…
In recent times, the idea of a “circular economy” has arisen, and this concept has spread far and wide across Europe as well as North America and Asia.The..
The Circular Economy 2030 contest seeks revenue-generating ideas that use data analytics and machine learning to power circular economy businesses.
The most important circular economy documentary to date – Closing the Loop – will have a a global Screening Week in March.
A review of the circular economy true to its initial purposes.