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🌟 Introducing Circular Learnings by CIRCULAR REPUPLIC: Part 1 🚀 Today marks the launch of our groundbreaking content series, Circular Learnings by CIRCULAR REPUBLIC! In this inaugural edition, we delve into the vital insights gleaned from our battery project. 🔍 What's the buzz about? Sustainable vehicles and batteries are the cornerstone of tomorrow's mobility landscape. The imperative need for efficient battery recycling underscores the urgency for sustainable practices in the burgeoning electromobility sector. At CIRCULAR REPUBLIC, we're spearheading a multi-stakeholder initiative focused on developing circular solutions for future battery value networks. Collaborating with select companies and pioneering start-ups, we're committed to crafting and implementing scalable circular solutions. Our battery journey began in February 2023, driven by a collective vision for a greener, more sustainable future. 🎯 Key Learnings thus far 1️⃣ Project Ideation and Setup 💡 Embarking on impactful projects demands meticulous planning and a keen eye for market-relevant pain points. Identifying regulatory, technical, or customer-oriented challenges is key. Additionally, securing a central partner with expertise and influence is paramount to garnering further industry support. 2️⃣ Contract Negotiations ✍ Navigating the complexities of multi-stakeholder projects requires robust contract negotiations. Ensuring equitable knowledge sharing, compliance with antitrust laws, and defining cooperative standards are essential for transparency and collaboration. 3️⃣ Project Management 👩💻 Managing diverse stakeholders and navigating challenges require adept orchestration. Allocating sufficient time, resolving conflicts, and maintaining regular communication through weekly meetings are critical for project success. These insights merely scratch the surface of our journey. Stay tuned as we will prepare a comprehensive white paper elaborating on these learnings and sharing our experiences. More updates coming your way soon! And don´t hesitate to contact us if you are interested in being part of a multi-stakeholder project! #CircularLearnings #SustainableFuture #CircularEconomy #InnovationInMobility #StayTuned 🔄🔋🌱 Dr. Xavier Kohll Antoine Welter Matty Friedl Benjamin Drescher Franz Dlugosch Karsten Peddinghaus Martin Svigir Matthias Ballweg Maximilian Blume Philipp Brunotte Rebecca Zhu Sabine Wichmann Tina Deinlein Dr. Tobias Riasanow Dr. Arthur Singer Thomas Innerebner Felix Padberg Kathrin Titze Tim Langendörfer

🇺🇸 Circular economy from a US perspective: towards transatlantic convergence? (2/2) ♻️ A lot of local circular economy initiatives develop in the US, but without a unified national strategy and with state-by-state heterogeneity. It contrasts this with the European Union's more centralized approach, including the adoption of a Circular Economy Action Plan. 💡 Despite the decentralized approach, recent US legislation and regulations may foster a shift towards circular economy practices, potentially aligning with European standards and leading to transatlantic convergence in sustainability efforts 🔎 Alice Carré-Seemuller is a People4Impact by Birdeo Expert, Writer and Advisor. She helps organizations committed to a more sober and resilient world to gain visibility and credibility. She received a certification in Circular economics awarded by Harvard University. 👉 Find out part 2 of our new chronicle written by Alice: https://lnkd.in/em-fYU9Y #circulareconomy #sustainability #transition

In the last 6 years we have consumed as much as in the last… …100 years! 🤯 The circularity gap report shows a daunting reality: we are becoming less circular 📉 At the same time, the conversation about circularity has tripled! 📈 What does Ivonne Bojoh, new ceo of Circle Economy highlight as key ways to fight this trend? 1️⃣CREATE A LEVEL POLICY PLAYING FIELD 2️⃣BUILD CIRCULAR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS 3️⃣GET THE ECONOMICS RIGHT Working myself in training and education, it was great to see that this was highlighted as one of the urgent requirements! If you are looking for an innovative and impactful circular training/change program for your company, feel free to reach out to me 📥 Beyond that Circle Economy has mapped the main solutions that can reverse the trend. One example there is analysing the ‘right to repair’. Finally: remember the transition starts with you, so always think about how you can make a difference with the choices you make. Thank you for the good work you are doing at Circle Economy and good luck in your role as the organization’s CEO 🌀 If you are still at ChangeNOW and want to meet up, don’t hesitate to reach out. #circularity #circulargapreport #changenow

💬 “Companies can be better positioned as circular economy leaders by leveraging data as a strategic asset.” This quote comes from the report "Navigating the circular economy reporting landscape" from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, which explores how measurement and reporting are "enablers of the circular economy." 👀 We connected to the discussion of standard metrics and how "a single generic set of reference metrics would not provide the explanatory power and nuance needed from circular economy data." The report proposes a “metrics classification matrix” that allows companies the flexibility to measure and report "in a way that serves their needs and those of their stakeholders." Sound familiar? No matter the sector, flexible metrics and standards remain a key component of strategic reporting and measurement. 📖 Read the report today at https://buff.ly/46lepNT

Unveiling the transformative potential of circularity in industry, this white paper delves into the vital role of partnerships as a fundamental catalyst to pave the way for a sustainable, resilient and prosperous future

The latest report from the University of Cambridge highlights what I’ve been focusing on in my work: circular solutions are the future of business, and relying on ESG reporting alone won’t drive the necessary change. Companies that design and create products for reuse, repair and reduction of waste are not only cutting costs but positioning themselves to thrive in tomorrow’s markets. Key takeaways: 🔄 Prioritize circular product design to meet new regulations and consumer demands. ♻️ Advocate for policies that encourage reuse, recycling and reduction of virgin materials. 🏛️ Push for industry-wide change—collaborative action leads to real market shifts. How can you weave circular thinking into your brand’s future? #BusinessStrategy #CircularEconomy #Innovation

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

I've helped Prague with circularity for 4 years. Here are my top 10 lessons: (you can apply this at any organization) 1. Stick to the data - If you can't measure it, you can't manage it 2. Define priorities fast - Focus on the biggest flows, not plastic straws 3. Create a vision - ask: "What should [your area] look like in 2050"? 4. Define actions - Organizations need goals and plans to get stuff done. 5. Get a top-down buy-in - Leadership needs to be on board. Win with a solid business case. 6. Create a specialized department - Exit the silo. Open a horizontal position to engage your key departments regularly. 7. Network, network, network - Locally, nationally, and internationally. Lots of opportunities await. 8. Engage local stakeholders - Hand over, delegate, partner up with businesses, academia and NGOs. 9. Procurement is the king tool - Circular purchases create demand for circular business models. 10. Look for quick wins, plan for a long game - Show results fast, but keep your eyes on the prize What's your best circular economy lesson? PS: 📌 If you liked this post, you'd love my free newsletter, The Loop. Every week I share actionable tips on how to master the circular economy. Tomorrow, I am giving a full breakdown of my 10 lessons here: https://lnkd.in/e-Xd-E8c PPS: Repost to inspire someone today ♻️ #circulareconomy #wastemanagement #sustainability