Global Scans · Circular economy · Weekly Summary

• [New] Implementing circular economy strategies in the EU could generate €1.8 trillion ($1.944 trillion) in economic benefits by 2030 while reducing greenhouse gas emissions significantly compared to the current linear model. Kings Research
• [New] The Netherlands has set an ambitious goal to fully implement a circular economy by 2050, targeting key sectors such as consumer goods, plastics, construction, manufacturing, biomass, and food. fundsforNGOs News - Grants and Resources for Sustainabi
• [New] Lao PDR is advancing a national circular economy roadmap to reduce waste and resource use while unlocking economic opportunity. Forbes
• [New] Many fashion companies aim to design all their textile products to better fit the circular economy by 2040. Statista
• [New] Scaling the circular economy in the U.S. will require stronger policies, robust public-private partnerships, and cross-sector collaboration. Center for Sustainbability & Excellence
• [New] BRS 2025 and PRS India are expected to provide a comprehensive showcase of recycling solutions while fostering dialog among industry players, innovators, and policymakers, aiming to advance India's journey towards a circular economy. ETAuto
• [New] A little-known German city quietly leading the way on air quality, climate change adaptation, and the circular economy has been declared 'European green capital' for 2027. Positive News
• [New] Hitachi trades at a discount but has a net-zero roadmap and circular economy innovations that could unlock value in the next decade. Ainvest
• Achieving a global circular economy transition could take until 2050, requiring coordinated efforts from governments, industries, and consumers. Kings Research
• A shift to a circular economy could create $4.5 trillion in economic opportunities globally by 2030. Kings Research
• The EU's Circular Economy Action Plan aims to double plastic recycling capacity by 2030. CANVAS, SWOT, PESTEL & BCG Matrix Editable Templates fo
• As outdoor brands face an array of problems - from dwindling consumer optimism to rising prices caused by Trump's tariffs - the circular economy presents an opportunity to keep products in the hands of outdoor participants. Flylab
• For Europe, it is an opportunity not just to regulate packaging, but to showcase it as tangible proof that a circular economy can thrive when industry, consumer demand, brand owner ambition, manufacturing innovation and smart policymaking move in partnership with one another. Mondi Group
• The Circular Economy Act will build on the second Circular Economy Action Plan, reinforcing and broadening its measures to accelerate Europe's shift to a resource-efficient, low-waste and climate-neutral economy. Environment
• The EU's transition to a circular economy is crucial for reducing pressure on natural resources, halting biodiversity loss, achieving climate neutrality by 2050, and building a more resilient and competitive Europe. Environment
• The next phase of Australia Post's sustainability framework will focus on decarbonization across operations and supply chains, reducing impact through smarter packaging, waste reduction and reuse, and exploring how Australia Post can enable Australia's circular economy for customers and communities. Mirage News
• Danone North America will continue to work with all company facilities to implement processes that promote a circular economy and eradicate waste. Danone North America
• Fully embracing circular economy principles could deliver a £25 billion economic boost by 2035. Recycling Expo 2025
• Circular economy could save $100bn on waste management costs annually. Recycle Track Systems
• The value of a circular economy in Australia could be $26 billion per year by 2025 and contribute significantly to reducing emissions. State of the Environment Report 2020
• A circular economy can support Queensland Government commitments to create jobs in a strong economy, transition to a net zero waste and zero net emissions economy by 2050. State of the Environment Report 2020

Last updated: 26 October 2025