Circular Economy Club’s Post

How do we tap into the goldmine of materials that are currently unobtainable? The circular economy relies on keeping resources in use for as long as possible, so how do we extract the hidden resources tucked away in cluttered draws in people’s homes? Check out this clip of Sophie Thomas discussing the issue at last year’s Festival and comment your thoughts. If you’re interested in circularity, the CEI Circular Economy Trained Certificate is the perfect platform to learn about circular economy principles and business models from top industry experts. Find out more about the Certificate here: https://lnkd.in/eWeQGwHg

How do we tap into the potential goldmine of materials that are currently unobtainable? The circular economy relies on keeping resources in use for as long as possible, so how do we extract the hidden resources tucked away in cluttered draws in people’s homes? Check out this clip of Sophie Thomas discussing this issue at last year’s Festival of Circular Economy and comment your thoughts. If you’re interested in circularity, our Circular Economy Trained Certificate is the perfect platform to learn about circular economy principles and business models from top industry experts. Find out more about our Certificate here: https://lnkd.in/ewinKw4Q

>> CIRCULAR ECONOMY GLOSSARY << Different perceptions and misunderstandings - annoying barriers to overcome in the realm of circular economy. Here, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation released a ' CIRCULAR ECONOMY GLOSSARY' to create a common language for the many terms used in Circular Economy and Sustainability initiatives - working across all sectors 🎯 📗 This is important as: ⁉ Misconceptions about what is actually being meant when talking about CE is crucial for collaboration and progress when working within this (still a bit) fluffy area of CE, often with newly established/vague KPI's or goal ahead: 👓Individuals from various backgrounds, e.g. engineers, anthropologists, or communicators, may interpret concepts related to circular economy differently. 🤷♀️ Our target users or those we're trying to engage with may not interact with circular economy concepts daily, leading to a lack of clarity e.g. what do we actually mean when we "recycle" vs. "reuse." - there is indeed a world of difference. Having a clear common definition between all helps ease the understanding of what is being meant, alleviating the transition of CE implementations. ✔ ♻

What do you think is the more sustainable choice: using an e-reader or the traditional - real paper - book? According to Professor Yvonne van der Meer, it's a trickier choice than you might think, as she mentions in her Bright Stories guest column for Brightlands. The best way to determine the environmental impact of a product is to look at its life cycle. “We develop Life Cycle Assessment methods which we hope to use, to make well-founded statements about what the most sustainable options will be in the future. These methods examine the total chain, the entire system, and not just one part of it. Only then is it possible to see the net profit you are earning from sustainability and to make any necessary adjustments at an early stage.” In the UMIO Masterclass Circular Economy, Yvonne will give you more insight into the Life Cycle Assessment method. So what is the most sustainable reading choice? According to Yvonne, the tipping point is somewhere between reading 30 and 60 books, depending on the exact usage scenario. If you read more than 60 books, go for the e-reader! Otherwise, stick with paper books. Want to know more about the circular economy? ➡️ https://lnkd.in/edyycbGn Yvonne van der Meer is Professor of Sustainability of Chemicals and Materials at the Aachen Maastricht Institute for Biobased Materials and teaches in the Masterclass Circular Economy.

Today I attended the LOOP Forum, which is a two-day conference dedicated to debating and showcasing solutions in the circular economy. I was privileged to participate in a panel debate on the circular transition of the maritime industry. Being a panelist is sort of a new (and exciting) discipline for me, so there is fair chance, I did not get all my main messages across the stage. So here are a few: ♻️ The circular economy in shipping is about much more than ship recycling. To truly reap the benefits of the circular economy, it will require looking at the individual shipping company’s entire value chain and we will need to revisit entire business models. And, yes, that is a daunting task. ♻️Partnerships and dialogue are key. It is no coincidence that the UN Sustainable Development Goals include partnerships to reach the goals (no 17). Circular solutions require out of the box thinking. All actors in the value chain need to put their thinking hats on in the same room and at the same time to realize the potential. This could include increased use of data and digital tools to extend the life of products, reduce waste or drive up asset utilization. Today’s panel largely agreed that partnerships are already being formed – this is encouraging. Thanks to Danske Maritime (Danish Maritime) for the invite and to the co-panelists for their thought-provoking input.

So much things to say, Nina Porst. So much yet to explore and be accomplished. The nexus between shipping and the circular economy is undeniable. The strength and clarity of your voice is as well. #circulareconomy #sdg #sids4 #sustainability #shiprecycling #nowaste #shipping #maritime

The transition towards a circular economy is a substantial challenge for both business and society, yet it is crucial for creating a sustainable future. The industrial sector plays a key role in the success of this transformation. Our science-based guide, 'A five-step path to circularity in the industrial sector' highlights the critical need to shift towards a circular economy, its driving forces, stumbling blocks, and economic potential. It provides orientation and guides businesses through the five phases of the circularity transformation, enabling companies to successfully realise innovative business models and products within the framework of a circular economy. For more details and a comprehensive view, discover the white paper on our website:

The transition towards a circular economy is a substantial challenge for both business and society, yet it is crucial for creating a sustainable future. The industrial sector plays a key role in the success of this transformation. Our science-based guide, 'A five-step path to circularity in the industrial sector' highlights the critical need to shift towards a circular economy, its driving forces, stumbling blocks, and economic potential. It provides orientation and guides businesses through the five phases of the circularity transformation, enabling companies to successfully realise innovative business models and products within the framework of a circular economy. For more details and a comprehensive view, discover the white paper on our website:

The transition towards a circular economy is a substantial challenge for both business and society, yet it is crucial for creating a sustainable future. The industrial sector plays a key role in the success of this transformation. Our science-based guide, 'A five-step path to circularity in the industrial sector' highlights the critical need to shift towards a circular economy, its driving forces, stumbling blocks, and economic potential. It provides orientation and guides businesses through the five phases of the circularity transformation, enabling companies to successfully realise innovative business models and products within the framework of a circular economy. For more details and a comprehensive view, discover the white paper on our website:

The transition towards a circular economy is a substantial challenge for both business and society, yet it is crucial for creating a sustainable future. The industrial sector plays a key role in the success of this transformation. Our science-based guide, 'A five-step path to circularity in the industrial sector' highlights the critical need to shift towards a circular economy, its driving forces, stumbling blocks, and economic potential. It provides orientation and guides businesses through the five phases of the circularity transformation, enabling companies to successfully realise innovative business models and products within the framework of a circular economy. For more details and a comprehensive view, discover the white paper on our website: