circular reality check:
unlock the circular economy’s potential
The circular economy offers vast opportunities for cost savings, resource savings, and innovation.
We help you analyze your processes comprehensively – from procurement to product design – to identify sustainable, economically viable solutions.
Through a hands-on check, we uncover optimization potential and develop actionable next steps. This is how you can turn regulatory requirements into business opportunities.
Get inspired and take a circular approach to the future! Contact us now.
our workshops:
from knowledge to impactful action
Our workshops provide employees in private and public organizations with a step-by-step, in-depth understanding of the circular economy.
The Circular Days are available as a complete workshop series or can be booked individually – tailored to your needs.
Get started today and empower your team for a sustainable future! Contact us to book your workshop.
Key principles and success factors of the circular economy
Circular Day 1 raises awareness among your employees about sustainability topics and provides a practical introduction to the circular economy. Key topics include: efficient resource use through reuse, repair, and recycling to minimize waste and maximize the value of materials.
Integrating renewable energy and optimizing efficiency
In collaboration with Novapecc, Circular Day 2 explores practical solutions for integrating renewable energy and optimizing energy efficiency to drive the circular economy. We will highlight cost-saving opportunities and demonstrate how improving your environmental impact can enhance your company’s reputation as a responsible leader.
Supply chains in the
circular economy
Circular Day 3 focuses on the Supply Chain Act, which requires adherence to environmental and social standards throughout the entire supply chain. Key topics include risk assessment, compliance management, supply chain training and monitoring, and sustainable supply chain practices.
ESG (environment, social, governance) reporting
Circular Day 4 is designed for companies aiming to start or improve their reporting and materiality analysis. The focus is on identifying key ESG metrics, creating impactful reports, and developing a comprehensive sustainable strategy.
Circularity and
artificial intelligence (AI)
In collaboration with vcg.ai, Circular Day 5 introduces AI technology to optimize material flows, predict resource usage, and minimize waste. Enhance your competitiveness with intelligent, circular processes.
Circular business models for sustainable value creation
Circular Day 6 explores innovative business models that conserve resources and enhance value creation. Discover approaches such as product-as-a-service, reuse, and recycling strategies that improve efficiency, lower costs, and support your sustainability goals.
our consulting services:
From Insight to Circular Impact
We analyze and advance circular processes and business models based on three key pillars:
internal analysis, market research, and co-creation.
This holistic approach ensures solutions that are both practical and future-ready.
internal analysis: laying the groundwork for circular transformation
Our internal analysis provides a holistic evaluation of your current processes, products, and resource use. By identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and risks, we create a solid foundation for optimizing and evolving your business model toward a circular economy.
Key questions include:
- How should existing processes and structures be reconfigured to enable the shift to a circular economy?
- What new skills must be developed at both individual and organizational levels to fully embrace circularity?
- Which internal processes are critical for implementing a successful circular business model?
market research for circular innovations
A successful circular business model integrates the perspectives of potential users and key stakeholders. Through comprehensive market and stakeholder analysis, we help you develop innovative circular products and services while strengthening your market position.
Key questions to consider:
- Which trends in the circular economy and bioeconomy (e.g., new technologies, regulations) should you pay attention to?
- What needs, expectations, and requirements do your (potential) customers and stakeholders have regarding circularity?
- Which market segments present the greatest potential for sustainable and circular solutions?
- What new markets and applications could emerge by transforming waste into a valuable resource?
Predicting how changes in product design will impact market acceptance—especially when waste becomes a resource—is both new and complex. Customer expectations for circular products and services vary widely, making a strategic approach essential. Market insights are important for positioning and marketing circular innovations.
Key questions to consider:
- What additional products and services can you offer by leveraging your core competencies to close loops?
- How do potential users perceive innovative concepts in the circular economy and bioeconomy?
- What is the willingness to pay for sustainable solutions?
- Which key messages should be emphasized, and which sales channels are most effective for reaching new users?
To effectively manage and evolve your brand, it’s crucial to understand how it’s perceived in the context of sustainability and the circular economy. We help you analyze stakeholder perspectives as well as internal employee insights to ensure your brand promise is authentic, relevant, impactful, and future-ready.
Key questions to consider:
- How can sustainability and circularity strengthen your brand positioning—while avoiding greenwashing?
- Which brand messages and associations resonate most with your target customer segments?
- Which partners best align with your brand values and strategic goals?
- How strong is your (corporate) brand, and what financial and environmental value does it generate?
driving innovation through co-creation
We believe collaboration is key to unlocking the potential of the circular economy. By involving customers, suppliers, experts, and stakeholders early in the development process, we co-create impactful, sustainable solutions together with you. Our approach connects you to a strong expert network—empowering you to generate new ideas, gather actionable feedback, and turn concepts into reality.
Key questions include:
- What skills and expertise should your partners bring to the table?
- Which networks are valuable and should be built or strengthened?
- Which partnerships are essential for successfully implementing a circular business model?
