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How can the EU Green Deal Framework empower your municipality's sustainable transformation? 🌍🔍 Understanding legislation is essential for driving the circular economy. With CircuLaw, a knowledge platform, we’re transforming legal challenges into opportunities for meaningful change. To support the EU's mission to achieve climate neutrality by 2050, Circulaw has created an accessible overview of nearly all EU Green Deal regulations - all compiled into a single, clickable PDF. This resource simplifies the complex framework, offering businesses, policy makers, and local governments clear insights into the wave of new and updated legislation shaping Europe’s sustainable transformation. 🌱🏛️ This initiative is made possible through the inspiring collaboration between City of Amsterdam, Dark Matter Labs, ECOlaw bv, and Metabolic to drive innovation in regulatory frameworks. Explore the PDF here below 👇 🔗 Curious to learn more? Explore CircuLaw and discover tools to advance the circular economy: https://lnkd.in/eM9FHann #EUGreenDeal #ClimateNeutrality #Sustainability #CircularEconomy

🌍 Why does the CBC exist? The challenges of transitioning to a circular economy in the built environment are vast, with roots at local, national, and European levels. 🏗️🌱 However, many impact-driven organizations worldwide are already addressing these challenges. 🌐 As a coalition, we bring together stakeholders 🤝 from the built environment to overcome barriers and embrace sustainable practices. ♻️✨ We aim to amplify their efforts and lead the way forward. 🚀 Meet and learn more about our current partners on this mission: Arup, Circle Economy, Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Metabolic, WBCSD – World Business Council for Sustainable Development and World Green Building Council Smith Innovation supported by Laudes Foundation. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a Circular Built Environment in Europe: https://lnkd.in/enyj2Tb8 #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #BuiltEnvironment #CircularBuildingsCoalition #CBC #ParisAgreement #SustainableFuture

Did you know there are 30 impact-driven ventures across Europe transforming how industries approach circular value chains? 💡 As part of SoTecIn Factory, these ventures are using higher R circular strategies to truly maximize the highest possible value of materials at each point in a product’s lifecycle, while using the latest technologies, innovative business models, and steward ownership structures to maximize societal impact. In Phase 1 of #SoTecIn, we worked with 50 tech ventures in the food, textile, and plastic & packaging sectors to boost their systemic impact by focusing on: ✅ Alternative governance models ✅ Impact strategy development ✅ Using intellectual property for scaling impact 30 of these ventures have now progressed to Phase 2, where they will: 🔧 Build tech demos and pilot projects 🤝 Collaborate with industry to validate solutions 💡 Showcase market potential and systemic impact Discover which ventures made it to Phase 2: https://lnkd.in/gkCRJB-Z Want to learn more about #SoTecIn? https://lnkd.in/dH67WVN7 #socialinnovation #systemschange #EUGreenDeal

🔄🏗️ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟵 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁? There’s no single solution—we need a mix of strategies. From designing smarter to reusing materials, the 9 Circular Strategies can help us drastically reduce CO2 emissions. If we act now, we can achieve up to 30% carbon reduction by 2030, compared to business as usual. 🎥 Curious about these strategies? We’ve created an explainer video to highlight them. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/dyH6PA2i 💡 Let’s spread the word! Watch the video and share it with your network to inspire action in the construction sector. This video is a result of the research between Metabolic, Copper8 ,NIBE experts in sustainability , Alba Concepts . Animated by Studio Lucy & Claire. #carbonbudget #circularconstruction #sustainability #planetaryboundaries

🌿🏗️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗢𝟮 𝗲𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀—𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀. The Earth has nine planetary boundaries, critical thresholds we must respect to ensure a safe and healthy planet for human development. It’s not just about reducing CO2 emissions. The built environment impacts critical areas like biodiversity, water use, and resource extraction. At the same time, the sector has an incredible opportunity to contribute to the recovery of some boundaries by working smarter and more sustainably. By rethinking how we work, the sector can not only reduce its impact but also contribute to the recovery of some boundaries. 🎥 We’ve created an explainer video to illustrate the role of the built environment within planetary boundaries. Watch it now: https://lnkd.in/dyH6PA2i 💡 Let’s spread the word! Watch the video and share it with your network to inspire action in the construction sector. This video is a result of the research between Metabolic, Copper8 , NIBE experts in sustainability , Alba Concepts . Animated by Studio Lucy & Claire. #planetaryboundaries #carbonbudget #circularconstruction #sustainability

🏗️🌍𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? A carbon budget is the maximum amount of CO₂ we can emit globally to keep global warming to a maximum of 2.0 °C , with an aim for 1.5 °C. At the current pace, we’re on track to exhaust the CO₂ budget for the built environment far too quickly. This calls for urgent and innovative action to change how we build while staying within planetary boundaries. 🎥 Want to understand this concept better? We’ve created a short explainer video to break it all down. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/dyH6PA2i 💡 Share the video with your network and help spread the word about the need for sustainable construction. This video is a result of the research between Metabolic, Copper8 , NIBE experts in sustainability , Alba Concepts. Animated by studio lucy & claire . Ivan Thung, Merlijn Blok, Harmen Heida, Gerard Roemers, Liesbeth Sträter #carbonbudget #planetaryboundaries #circularconstruction #sustainability

Join us this Friday, January 25th, at Climate Hub Davos for an engaging conversation on building a regenerative future through bioregional solutions. This event will explore actionable strategies and transformative initiatives driving systemic change. Here’s what you can expect: Insights into capital deployment strategies accelerating regenerative transitions. Real-world examples of bioregional initiatives creating tangible impact. Opportunities to contribute to a just, regenerative future. We’re excited to welcome Dominic Hofstetter (TransCap Initiative), who will share insights on our joint efforts to establish the AgriFood Just Transition Fund in Europe. Learn more at the event or in our recent blog: https://lnkd.in/dbbKPgqu Event Details: 📍 Location: Climate Hub ⏰ Time: 10:00–11:00 AM CET 🎙 Other speakers: Kirsten Dunlop (EIT Climate-KIC), Eva Gladek (Metabolic), and others to be confirmed! Click here to learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/dEW65jHS Murray Gray Serena Joury Brian Shaw #WEF2025 #Davos #Sustainability #SystemicChange

𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗕𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘄𝗻: 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 2025 has got off to a scary start. Wildfires have ravaged much of Greater Los Angeles, and we are facing an era of deepening polarization, escalating crises, and growing disinformation. It can feel daunting for those working tirelessly to shift momentum toward a thriving biosphere. And yet, we remain inspired by action. Around the world, cities, bioregions, businesses, and grassroots movements are stepping up, showing what’s possible when bold ideas meet collaborative action. At Metabolic, we’ve identified key trends shaping 2025 that will influence our work: 🟢Advancing place-based transformation: Deeply rooted local efforts drive global change, adapting to climate change, and should be supported with alternative financing. 🟢Decentralized power: Cities and regions are leading transformative change, forming networks that transcend national boundaries. 🟢Nature + climate: symbiotic action needed: The climate crisis and biodiversity loss are interconnected, requiring urgent action through regenerative practices to create sustainable systems for people and the planet. 🟢Scaling influence in the EU: The EU’s focus on social stability and systemic governance offers a strong model for balancing economic, environmental, and social priorities through systemic transformation. 🟢Reclaiming the narrative around shared prosperity: The environmental narrative is polarized, reducing commitments. We must focus on solutions for inclusive, sustainable societies. While 2025 will not be easy, history shows us that small, courageous actions can ignite seismic shifts. A future that uplifts humanity, protects the biosphere and cherishes its diversity is within reach. Read more about the trends we’re tracking and how we’re working to drive systemic change: https://bit.ly/4hgMUdn #Sustainability #SystemicChange #2025Trends

𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲! It intersects with rising populism, global conflicts, and technological disruptions like AI. Addressing these challenges requires bold collaboration and transformative action. On 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝘁𝗵, as world leaders gather in Davos to discuss global economic challenges at the 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, progressive organizations are joining forces to tackle the climate crisis systemically. Leaders, including Kirsten Dunlop, CEO, Climate-KIC Community; Sandrine Dixson-Declève, Co-President, The Club of Rome of Rome; Yash Ranga, Director of Innovation & Strategy, Pyxera Global; Eva Gladek, Founder & CEO, Metabolic; and Leah Seligmann, CEO, The B Team, will convene at Climate Hub to explore how systemic approaches can drive scalable solutions to address the interconnected crises of our time. This session is hosted by the 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 (𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗖), a groundbreaking initiative uniting 15 diverse partners across six continents. SCAC is committed to creating a paradigm shift by moving beyond siloed efforts. It aligns ambitions, coordinates actions, shares learnings, and pools resources to ensure that the scale and urgency of our response match the pervasiveness of the crisis. 📍 Where: Climate Hub, Davos 🕔 When: 17:15 – 18:45 CET Learn more about SCAC: https://lnkd.in/dKfMAbZT #Davos #WEF2025 #Sustainability #SystemicChange

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 is here, and Davos is calling! It is time to push the boundaries even further, and we are ready. At Metabolic, we know systemic problems demand systemic solutions. No single company, policy, or social change will reverse the damage caused by the Anthropocene. As we enter 2025, we are doubling down on our collaborative efforts to transform the systems that shape our world—economically, socially, and ecologically. United collaboration at all levels moves the needle, and the challenging work demands diverse perspectives. The change we need requires a steadfast commitment to equitable decision-making to ensure that our societies of the future are prosperous, resilient, and inclusive. This is the message we are bringing to #WEF2025 this week. Our delegation, led by Eva Gladek (Founder & CEO), Serena Joury (Strategic Initiatives), and Brian Shaw (Head of Nature), will advocate for bold, inclusive solutions to address the world’s most urgent sustainability challenges. Will you be in Davos this week? Let us connect and explore how we can co-create a future that works for everyone. #Davos #Sustainability #SystemicChange