CIRCULAR ECONOMY
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Discover key actors, technologies, resources, regulations, and examples in this circular economy map (work in progress).

Patrick Castellani – Purpose Alignment Consulting for Changemakers in Switzerland
Circular Economy Navigator: Driving Sustainable Transformation
This circular economy map helps organizations, changemakers, and SMEs quickly identify the right actors, technologies, and resources to accelerate their transition to sustainable business models. By offering clear insights into key regulations and real-world examples, the map enables users to pinpoint the tools and partnerships needed for effective circular strategies.


CIRCULAR FRAMEWORK

Identify Core Needs and Opportunities
Use the Circular Economy Map to uncover sustainability challenges in your industry, such as waste reduction and resource efficiency. This helps changemakers and SMEs quickly identify affordable circular economy solutions tailored to their business model, enabling a faster shift to sustainable business strategies.



Explore Key Technologies & Resources
Leverage the map to discover innovative technologies and regenerative resources suited to your sector. This could include biodegradable materials and energy-efficient systems, helping businesses adopt circular economy business models while driving sustainable growth.
Examples:
A packaging company identifies compostable materials that help reduce environmental impact, supporting their net-zero strategy.

Map Stakeholders & Partnerships
Use the map to identify key players in the circular economy ecosystem, such as recycling companies and technology providers. Building strategic relationships ensures seamless implementation of circular practices and promotes purpose-driven innovation.
Examples
An electronics SME finds local partners for e-waste recycling, helping reduce waste and align with Swiss circular economy regulations.



Understand Relevant Regulations & Compliance:
Stay informed about circular economy regulations and ESG compliance requirements through the map. This helps you ensure that your business is aligned with the latest sustainability laws in Switzerland and the wider DACH region, avoiding potential regulatory risks.
Examples:
A food company in Zurich uses the map to ensure their switch to biodegradable packaging complies with national sustainability regulations.


Refine Your Value Proposition
Based on the insights from the map, create a compelling value proposition that highlights waste reduction, resource optimization, and cost savings. Ensure your messaging appeals to both customers and investors focused on sustainable transformation.
Examples:
A Swiss manufacturing SME creates a value proposition centered around reducing raw material consumption and increasing efficiency, driving both profitability and sustainability.

Incorporate Real-World Examples for Validation
Review case studies from the map that showcase successful circular business models. These examples serve as proof points, helping validate your own approach while showcasing the benefits of adopting regenerative business practices.
Examples
A changemaker organization draws inspiration from local case studies of businesses that have successfully transitioned to sustainable growth models.


Implement and Measure Impact:
Apply the circular economy solutions identified in the map and set up KPIs to measure their impact. Track performance in areas like carbon footprint reduction, resource efficiency, and cost savings to ensure continual improvement.
Examples
An SME in construction uses the map to implement a closed-loop supply chain, measuring reductions in waste and carbon emissions over time.

USES CASES
Every venture is unique, but success hinges on one common factor: precise alignment. Whether pursuing a circular economy, driving social impact, or scaling for sustainable growth, each use case shows how targeted strategies equip ventures to launch with focus, direction, and the right tools to achieve their goals.
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