As governments and industries around the globe move towards a circular economy, it’s key to align ambitions and create a common direction of travel. 

This paper sets out five universal circular economy policy goals around which governments and businesses can align to achieve their common objectives. Applicable across sectors and local contexts, these policy goals can – working in conjunction – help governments build healthier economic recoveries and lower the cost of transition for business.

The goals are as follows:

• Stimulate design for the circular economy
• Manage resources to preserve value
• Make the economics work
• Invest in innovation, infrastructure and skills
• Collaborate for system change