Circular Economy
A surge of new plastic production is on the way
Major oil companies, facing the prospect of reduced demand for their fuels, are ramping up their plastics output. Read More
New tool from Ellen MacArthur Foundation aims to help companies measure circularity
Circulytics was created to go where no other business service has gone before, in terms of exploring and advancing circularity at every level. Read More
This year’s resolution: Fix the broken plastic material system
The momentum to stop plastic pollution continues to grow, so how do we channel it into real systems change? Read More
The PFAS and the furious: the new and deserved scrutiny on the 'forever chemicals'
The water-repellent coating on many biodegradable products can cause harm in waste management and human health. Read More
This startup is helping universities and companies embrace circular asset management
It aims to scale the sharing of equipment and supplies across industries — and make the "multi-usiverse" happen. Read More
6 circular economy trends that will shape 2020
From refill schemes to more practical and viable recycling options, there's a stronger sense of urgency to find solutions. Read More
2030 goals: Mattel aims for 100% recycled and recyclable toys
Firm behind Barbie, Hot Wheels and Fisher-Price plans to launch first toy made from and packaged in green materials in early 2020. Read More
Closing the loop on 2019
Bringing you the five biggest stories of the circular economy from this past year, and some predictions for the next. Read More
Thrift-store shoppers, hand-me-down wearers and 8 scrappy startups making reuse possible
Today’s burgeoning recommerce and online rental markets offer high-end gadgets and swanky fashion. Read More
The UK fashion sector is already on trend to miss 2020 waste targets
Population growth, rising consumption levels, lack of collection infrastructure and fast fashion is blocking industry progress on waste, report finds. Read More
