The sustainable use of resources is critical for a secure and thriving economy. We work with leading businesses, academics and NGOs on what a resource efficient economic system should look like and how to achieve it, to keep materials in productive use and avoid the environmental problems caused by waste.
Why this matters
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Number of planets that would be needed if global raw material consumption was at current UK levels
55%
Share of global greenhouse gas emissions caused by resource extraction and processing
£10bn
Profits UK manufacturers miss out on by not adopting energy and resource efficiency best practice
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View AllWhat could an ambitious circular economy strategy achieve for business?
25 June, 2025
Less is more: rethinking consumption with Patrick Grant
15 April, 2025
Beyond the bin: where is the waste in our economy?
17 March, 2025
Making the connection: ending digital exclusion with reused devices
22 January, 2025
Why a circular economy is good for people
21 November, 2024
Why a circular economy is good for business
20 November, 2024
Why a circular economy is good for the UK
19 November, 2024
Reimagining resources: what’s holding back the circular economy?
18 November, 2024
