Circular Economy

A circular economy is an economic system that eliminates waste and maximizes resource use through designing out waste, keeping products and materials in use, and regenerating natural systems.

Key Principles

  • Design out waste: Products designed for durability, repair, and recycling
  • Keep products in use: Reuse, repair, remanufacture, recycle
  • Regenerate natural systems: Return nutrients to soil, use renewable resources

Related Terms

Track Circular Economy Metrics

ESG PULSE tracks waste, recycling rates, and circular material flows.