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New Research Confirms Sustainability Drives Growth

Wishbone applies Circular Economy thinking to guide all business decisions and family-friendly work policies are core to the business philosophy. Jen and Rich have seen a growing line-up of collaboration requests from larger global businesses wanting to learn and share the sustainability spotlight. Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: New Research Confirms Sustainability Drives Growth New […]

West Java pilot project aims for zero-waste cities

However, three areas in West Java namely Bandung city, Bandung regency and Cimahi city have become involved in a pilot project on zero-waste cities using the concept of the circular economy model … most viewed; most shared. First duty-free cars arrive in Vietnam from Thailand · Expat involved in … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: West […]

Stella McCartney Joins the Statement Sock Trend With Her New Upcycled, Zero-Waste Pair

On her website, McCartney writes: “We're passionate about working towards a more circular economy, and we want the entire fashion industry to feel the same—this collaboration [with Osom Brand] is helping to promote just that. We believe no materials should be wasted, instead being turned back into … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Stella McCartney Joins […]

Environment ministers endorse moves to increase plastic recycling

The move is a central part of the EU's new plastics strategy and its commitments to a “circular economy”, but urgency has been added following the effective closing of the Chinese recycling materials market since earlier this year – China was the biggest global importer of used plastic, much of which … Source: Circular Economy News […]

Kent County releases RFI for sustainable business park

“We are sending a Request for Information to organizations, businesses, technology developers, startups and non-profits across the country to inform our Master Plan and continue progress toward our economic and environmental goals and advance our vision for a Circular Economy.” The RFI seeks to … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Kent County releases RFI for sustainable […]

Garnier Enhances Brand by Processing Packaging into Park Benches, Picnic Tables

The campaign is part of L'Oreal's focus on becoming a “circular economy” – a focus which can, according to some reports, enhance sales and value for … Garnier parent company L'Oreal says it aims to become a “circular economy” by focusing on biodiversity, ecodesign, digitalization, and material reuse … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Garnier Enhances […]

Tarkett Commits to Sustainability: 'Together, We Can Do Good.'

Tarkett doesn't end its journey of a better planet for all with a circular economy. We assess the raw materials in our products on the basis of where they come from and how they are used. The World Natural Capital Forum describes natural capital as “the world's stocks of natural assets which include … Source: Circular […]

Bulgarian Presidency steers a debate on the circular economy

Photo: European Union. On Monday, the Bulgarian Presidency, with Minister for the Environment and Water Neno Dimov in the lead, steered a debate on how to make the circular economy a reality. The discussion was held during the meeting of EU environment ministers which took place on 5 March in … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: […]

Form Energy fires up $7.4m round

They were joined by Marco Ferrara, a research affiliate of MIT who also co-founded solar plant developer Solar Machines, and Ted Wiley, a former president of circular economy think-tank McDonough Innovation. Supporting articles: MIT starts the Engine. Copyright Mawsonia Limited 2010. Please don´t … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Form Energy fires up .4m round Form […]

Biostimulants: Crop Input or Management Mindset?

In its most simple terms, the Circular Economy is about moving from linear production and consumption models to “closed loop” systems where wastes and by-products are revalorized and re-used. At a more sophisticated level, it is also about rethinking designs to reduce resource use in the first place or … Source: Circular Economy News Permalink: Biostimulants: […]