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What do Deutsche Telekom, adidas, Siemens, Mercedes-Benz AG, and BMW Group have in common? They’re all Circular Transformers! According to our #CircularityIndex, these industry leaders are at the forefront of achieving ambitious climate goals while driving the #CircularEconomy. Circular Transformers focus on preserving value throughout a product's lifecycle. They implement strategies like take-back programs for refurbishing and repairing products or spare parts, explore innovative models such as product sharing, and collaborate with other companies to create closed-loop systems for materials and energy flows. Companies like #DeutscheTelekom are making significant strides toward a circular future. With goals to be fully circular by 2030, Deutsche Telekom leverages its longstanding practices of leasing and returning telephony equipment, developing markets for used devices, and building recycling infrastructure. These efforts are measured by the #MSCI Implied Temperature Rise metric, showing their commitment to the Paris Agreement’s target of limiting global warming to a maximum 2°C rise. Why do you think these companies are leading the charge? Is it because their industry is rooted in technology, and Germany is a key innovation market for technologies? 👇🏻

The European Commission plans to introduce a Digital Product Passport (DPP) for all products offered on the EU market, revolutionizing how we view product lifecycle data. The #DPP provides detailed information on origin, material composition, recyclability, disassembly, repairability, GHG emissions, and certifications, empowering consumers and industries. 🔍 Consumers gain the transparency needed to make informed choices. ⚙️ Industries can optimize production for greater sustainability, driving the EU towards a circular future. They also save costs through improved agility, efficiency, and resource management. Swipe to unlock more benefits and see how the DPP can empower industries for growth and innovation. #DigitalProductPassport #Sustainability #Innovation #CircularEconomy

One month ago, we launched the Circularity Index and the response has been incredible! Experts and companies featured in the report reached out to dive even deeper into the findings. We will now start to share detailed insights on Circular Followers, Circular Transformers, Linear Traditionalists, and Linear Optimizers. Get ready for some in-depth knowledge on these key personas driving the future of sustainability! Not featured in the report? No worries! Reach out to us—we’re happy to run the Index criteria for your company so you can understand where you stand. And if you’re looking to take your circularity efforts to the next level, we’re here to help you achieve a circular future for all of us! ✨ Download the Circularity Index: https://lnkd.in/eaEG7bma Handelsblatt | Benzinga | MediaWorld

⚽️ Welcome to the ultimate sustainability semi-finals! Today, we're taking the #EuroCup spirit off the pitch to witness a unique showdown. It's not about goals or assists, but about how #Spain, #France, #England, and #Netherlands are tackling #sustainability. Swipe to see which countries are leading the charge towards a better future.

Have you ever felt lost in the sea of jargon, terms, and abbreviations related to #CircularEconomy? You're not alone! In today's corporate world, where sustainability is gaining urgent importance, it's crucial that we all understand these terms. So, here's a quick breakdown from Indeed Innovation: ▪️ Circularity Metrics These are indicators used to measure an organization's circular performance. Standard metrics include recycling rates, material circularity, waste generation, and greenhouse gas emissions. ▪️ Climate Anxiety Intense worry or unease about global warming and its consequences. This distress often stems from perceived inadequate political action and society's apparent indifference to the looming environmental crisis. ▪️ Net Zero Net zero refers to greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to the worsening of the climate crisis. Net Zero emissions cover all greenhouse gases and are achieved through emissions reduction. Offsetting and sequestering emissions are also necessary. The journey towards achieving net zero begins with calculating emissions across Scope 1, 2, and 3, establishing science-based targets, devising decarbonization pathways up to 2030, and progressively advancing towards long-term carbon capture, storage, and sequestration for emissions that remain unavoidable. Whether you're a professional delving into circular economy practices or simply curious about circular business models, this glossary will help you understand the key concepts driving the shift towards a more regenerative economic system. 📖 Discover our glossary here: https://lnkd.in/enMNwVdG

#Eurocup: The topic of the moment (at least in our office in Germany) This week, we discussed the environmental impacts of the much-used word "cups" compared to our everyday behaviors. It's not just that this informal subject has become a topic of content here. 👇🏻 Which cup wins? Do you know? Swipe to find out which one got the red card - 🔴 paper, plastic, or styrofoam? And which cup emitted the least CO2, the big winner of this cup 🏆🎉 This is a small reminder that our everyday actions have a lasting impact on our planet. By the way, are you also watching the matches? ⚽️

 🍻 #Eurocup2024 is here, and while we’re all cheering for our favorite teams in Germany, let’s take the buzz of the topic to think about another kind of cup (the ones we use in stadiums) 😉🥤 PS: the correct answer and more about single-use cups will be published on our LinkedIn page tomorrow. 

The European Union is driving the transition towards a circular economy, and one of the key tools it is utilizing is the #DigitalProductPassport (DPP). Several upcoming EU regulations will leverage DPPs, or elements of them, to make product-related information readily available in a digital format. These include: - Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (#ESPR) - Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (#WEEE) Directive and its EC recommendation for national authorities - Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (#CSRD) - EU Batteries Regulation - Toys Regulation - Detergents Regulations - Construction Products Regulation - Critical Raw Material Act - Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation - Legislative #RighttoRepair - Targeted revision of the EU Waste Framework Directive - Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (#CS3D) - Regulation for Waste Shipment The DPP has the potential to become a critical tool for the EU's evolving circular economy policies and the global landscape. Here 👇🏻 you can see how and in which context the Digital Product Passport is being introduced and the expected timeline for your preparation.

Now it's time for action. Sustainability is a business imperative, and Circularity is the lever that propels us forward. The transition hinges on a powerful synergy: effective regulations, evolving consumer preferences, and groundbreaking technology. We, as businesses, organizations, and individuals, have a responsibility to make this transformative outlook a reality. Businesses must adopt a systematic approach, leveraging circular strategies and fostering a culture of innovation. Imagine a "macro" view that considers complex value chains and material science, coupled with a "micro" focus on product design through multi-stakeholder collaboration. Additionally, setting up learning programs that embed circular thinking in your organization and empower your teams to champion the change is essential. 👇🏻 Here's a three-pillar approach, published in our #CircularityIndex, to implementing circular strategies and delivering circular innovation: #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Innovation #BusinessTransformation #CircularStrategies

As the EU leads the charge towards a circular economy, #DigitalProductPassports (DPPs) are set to revolutionize sustainability and transparency in product management. From enhancing regulatory compliance to empowering consumers with detailed product information, DPPs are crucial for a sustainable future. In our latest article, we dive deep into the transformative potential of DPPs and the regulatory landscape shaping their implementation. Discover how DPPs can help your business achieve its #sustainability goals and stay ahead of the curve in an evolving market. Click to explore 👇🏻