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These factsheets outline circular economy opportunities to design out urban waste and pollution, ensure products and materials maintain their value, and regenerate the natural systems in our cities.
Easy-to-reference, the factsheets are a collation of research and case examples that answer some of the most prevalent questions around what circular economy can bring to cities:
Why is change in cities needed?
What circular economy opportunities address key urban system issues?
What can urban policymakers do to harness circular economy opportunities?
What are the potential economic, social, and environmental benefits of these opportunities?
Lessmore, the Italian ecodesign brand, produces and markets a collection of furnishings and accessories designed to ensure maximal repairability and recyclability, and minimal environmental impact.
Idea Plast is an Italian company which has specialised in the design of plastic components since 1987.
It designs and makes playground equipment from recycled plastic and advises companies and public authorities on how to make their processes more resource efficient by using waste as a resource.
Valdelia collects and recycles furniture waste from French businesses. Its services are geared to:
Owners of used, non-residential furniture, such as public and private companies, public authorities and services
Valdelia members, such as removal companies and office furniture dealers
Valdelia enables professionals to meet legal requirements while also helping the environment, the economy and society.
Furniture which is still in good condition is reused byValdelia's partners in the social and solidarity economy. The rest is used or recycled back into secondary raw materials.
A large range of non-residential furniture can be collected and recycled.
Atelier Extramuros is a social enterprise specialising in upcycling waste wood into office furniture. It has a strong focus on circular economy principles and social impact.
