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• [New] The circular economy is on the rise, with consumers increasingly interested in ethical sourcing and environmental impact, which means sustainability is likely to remain a key focus in 2026. Visualsoft Ltd
• [New] Recycle Your Vapes will help protect the environment from improper disposal, keeping used vapes and batteries out of landfills and recycling reusable components to support a circular economy in Quebec. Waste Advantage Magazine
• In 2025, circular economies will gain significant traction as consumers look for brands that reduce their environmental footprint. BuddyX Theme - Best Community Theme for BuddyPress
• The circular economy is a key area of research with enormous potential to impact environmental sustainability and resource efficiency, and is particularly relevant in the built environment, which is cited as contributing almost 40% of global greenhouse-gas emissions. Engineering News
• The global shift towards circular economy principles is another trend that will impact the future of metallurgical waste heat recovery. EMS Power Machines - Steam Turbines, Wood Gasifiers, Di
• Vancouver's policies, such as the Zero Waste 2040 strategy, focus on drastically reducing landfill waste, enhancing recycling processes, and fostering a circular economy where resources are reused rather than discarded. London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
• The impact of the circular economy on primary lithium consumption has not been notable during the policy implementation period, but it will become more apparent after 2038 and peak around 2042. Nature
• Considering the amount of waste produced by the construction industry, transitioning to a circular economy model could have a dramatic impact on climate change and the worldwide sustainability movement. For Construction Pros
• With the Sustainable Development Goals at risk of falling short by 2030, a circular economy model could be the revitalizing force we need. SDG Action
• Beyond waste recovery, implementing circular economy solutions can support reaching Australia's goal of net zero emissions by 2050. The Mandarin
• Rise in circular economy is expected to boost the adoption of recycled titanium: Across the globe, governments and corporations are adopting circular economy principles to reduce waste and improve resource efficiency. https://www.factmr.com
• The SCG Waste Segregation Initiative in Vietnam aims to raise awareness about proper waste management, promote circular economy principles, and align with SCG's goals of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. https://vir.com.vn/
• Implementation of circular economy principles in the electronics sector could generate $4.5 trillion in additional economic output by 2030 while creating 1.5 million new jobs in recycling and remanufacturing. TechBullion
• We expect the new strategy based on the circular economy law to consider the environmental and human rights impacts of Scotland's supply chains for the first time, redefining what we expect a circular economy to achieve. Friends of the Earth Scotland
• In 2025, consumers expect brands to play an active role in environmental restoration through regenerative agriculture, soil health, and circular economy principles. Prepared Foods
• Multilateral Development Banks can play a key role in supporting countries to create the right policy environment to attract private sector investments that seize the opportunities that a circular economy offers. European Investment Bank
• The project Global Strategies to Eliminate Plastic Waste: A Circular Economy Approach aims to achieve several key outcomes that will significantly impact the reduction of plastic waste and promote sustainable practices globally. fundsforNGOs - Grants and Resources for Sustainability
• By implementing circular economy strategies, global greenhouse gas emissions can be reduced by 40% by 2050 through the effective and more circular use of resources in just four essential industrial materials viz steel, plastic, aluminium and cement. JK Policy Institute | Research, Policy, Development, Go
• The circular economy represents a transformative shift towards sustainability, offering Pakistan significant opportunities to address environmental challenges, particularly in the textile sector. The News International
• Circular economy gains momentum: Global players are already embracing principles like repairability, recyclability and waste reduction and 2025 will see the circular economy gather momentum. TechRound
• The African Development Bank acknowledges the transformative potential of circular economy to generate youth employment and ecological benefits through regenerative practices and efficient resource use. European Investment Bank
• The UN introduced the High Ambition Coalition to End Plastic Pollution, which aims to encourage countries to stop plastic pollution by 2040 by creating a circular economy model for plastic. Cleanhub
• The circular economy offers an unprecedented opportunity to tap into emerging growth markets while reducing dependence on global supply chains. MHP Management- und IT-Beratung

Last updated: 26 January 2025