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Other signatories include Bouwend Nederland, NL Ingenieurs (Dutch Engineering Association), Circular Friesland, the regional asphalt plants in Staphorst, Kootstertille, and Westerbroek, and private companies such as Schagen and Roelofs Groep. \u003C/p>\u003Cp>Beerda highlights the national recognition of this initiative: “A representative from the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management attended the signing in Groningen. Nowhere else in the country have all players in the asphalt chain come this far in making sustainability agreements. 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These long-term ambitions are reflected in a patient and adaptive development approach. Over the decades, the region has shifted from a focus on dairy farming in the 1970s, to water treatment in the 1980s, to more advanced and innovative water technologies today.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>This evolution has been underpinned by trust—trust in long-term partnerships, governmental institutions, and collaborative innovation. This ethos of trust is also embedded in the region’s circular economy efforts and forms a key pillar of what is increasingly referred to as the Frisian Approach.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The Frisian Approach is evident in WaterCampus’s way of working. Home to an international research centre, it supports innovative water companies worldwide, yet maintains a distinctly Frisian way of collaboration. For example, the European Centre of Excellence, based in Friesland, works with universities across Europe and engages 120 companies from Friesland, the Netherlands, and around the world, with 35 nationalities involved. Central to this approach is trust and collaboration throughout the research process, recognising that innovation synergies and the resolution of common challenges can only be achieved through genuine cooperation at every level.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Aims and vision\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>WaterCampus’s overarching vision is to establish Friesland as a world leader in water technology, fostering collaboration between businesses, knowledge institutes, and governments, in what is in the Frisian Approach known as the ‘Triple Helix’ of collaboration. The purpose is to accelerate innovation, the growth of businesses, and the application of water-related technologies to address global water challenges. This ambition rests on the ability not only to develop top academic know-how, but to be able to apply this knowledge in useful, practical, and beneficial ways in terms of the circular economy, so in the market place and in society (societal benefit is key). \u003C/p>\u003Cp>WaterCampus demonstrates this ambition with 33 newly developed water technology innovations currently being applied in practice following their development at WaterCampus.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>The Ecosystem of WaterCampus\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>WaterCampus provides a structured innovation ecosystem through its core programs, which include institutions focused on both fundamental and applied research, as well as direct business support.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https://kh-assets.prod.circularity-gap.world/content-image/1778094774397-RNCseozN.gif\">\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Wetsus, the European Centre of Excellence for sustainable water technology, fosters pre-competitive technology development through scientific research. It was the foundation of WaterCampus, focused on academic research. Through Wetsus, it became clear that businesses faced challenges in working with academic research, prompting the development of additional branches within WaterCampus to support scaling up and working with businesses.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The Centre of Expertise Water Technology (CEW) focuses on applied research and accelerating innovation. It collaborates with businesses, universities, applied universities of science, and SMEs on shorter projects that specifically target the development and scaling of water technology solutions.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The Water Alliance supports entrepreneurship and business growth by providing funding, incubation, and networking opportunities for water-tech startups, helping them expand internationally.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>A Unique Model for Innovation\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>WaterCampus has created a unique model to bridge the gap between scientific innovation and practical business applications. By connecting research institutions, startups, and established companies, WaterCampus fosters the development of market-ready water technologies that address global water challenges. This collaborative environment was designed to ensure that crucial insights from research are translated into practical, scalable solutions.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Historically, Friesland’s water technology sector, while prominent, has been underdeveloped in terms of jobs for highly skilled workers, with many skilled professionals leaving the region. WaterCampus is working to reverse this trend by investing in education and job creation, ensuring that research translates into real-world impact.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>A key focus of WaterCampus is advancing circular water technologies, such as water recovery, nutrient recovery, and energy recovery, all critical for a functioning circular economy. By linking research with business applications, WaterCampus ensures these innovations can scale effectively and contribute to sustainable resource management.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>With increasing pressures on global water supplies due to climate change, economic growth, and rising demand, developing sustainable water technologies is more urgent than ever. WaterCampus plays a pivotal role in shaping these advancements, maximising resource efficiency, and reinforcing Friesland’s leadership in circular water innovation.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Showcasing Circular Innovation: Spoordok and Beyond\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>One of the most notable examples of WaterCampus’s impact is the Spoordok project in Sneek. This project applies circular water management principles by treating black water separately, thereby maximising nutrient recovery, and reusing treated water efficiently. Vacuum toilet technology is used to isolate pollutants from wastewater, allowing essential nutrients to be recovered and returned to agricultural use. This is a groundbreaking approach, as it marks the first time that human-derived nutrients will be reintegrated into farming systems after safe treatment. The technology behind Spoordok was developed with the collaboration of Wetsus, CEW, and Water Alliance, showcasing the strength of WaterCampus’s innovation ecosystem. Read more about this project \u003Ca href=\"https://urbangreenbluegrids.com/projects/noorderhoek-sneek-the-netherlands/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>In Leeuwarden, a new construction project is underway with the ambition to create housing developments that are off the water grid. This project will apply the technologies developed through the WaterCampus network to treat blackwater separately, facilitating water reuse and nutrient recovery. The goal is to return nutrients from human excreta to regional agriculture, representing a significant scaling up of previous smaller-scale projects.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Another success story is Hydraloop, a company within WaterCampus that developed a household water treatment system for in-house water reuse. While its focus is on reducing water consumption rather than nutrient recovery, Hydraloop has expanded internationally, reaching markets in Latin America, Australia, and the Middle East. Read more about Hydraloop \u003Ca href=\"https://knowledge-hub.circle-economy.com/cgrfriesland/article/30473?n=Hydraloop-Revolutionising-Greywater-Recycling-in-Friesland\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Scaling Impact and Economic Growth\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>WaterCampus is not only a research hub but a driving force for regional economic development. By nurturing startups and scaling them into stable businesses, it ensures that cutting-edge water technologies are integrated into society. With over 350 long-term partners, the campus fosters cross-sectoral applications of water technology, expanding its reach into industries where water quality and efficiency are critical.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The newly planned Spoordok construction project in Leeuwarden exemplifies WaterCampus’s commitment to scaling innovation. This iconic development aims to ensure that no drop of water leaves the area untreated while simultaneously recovering valuable nutrients for regional agriculture. This project marks a crucial step toward implementing large-scale circular water solutions beyond pilot initiatives.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Measuring Success and Long-Term Goals\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>WaterCampus actively tracks its impact through defined performance indicators, with goals extending to 2032. Key metrics include:\u003C/p>\u003Cp>-350+ companies engaged with long-term financial commitments\u003C/p>\u003Cp>-100 patents filed\u003C/p>\u003Cp>-1,000 scientific publications\u003C/p>\u003Cp>- A growing number of European projects, governmental contributions, and large-scale technology applications\u003C/p>\u003Cp>By continuously developing innovative water technologies, WaterCampus ensures that Friesland remains at the forefront of global water technology innovation. Leeuwarden, already known as the European Capital of Water Technology, benefits from a dynamic environment where talent, research, and business intersect to create sustainable solutions for water management worldwide.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Conclusion\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>WaterCampus exemplifies the power of collaboration and trust in driving water technology advancements. By integrating research, entrepreneurship, and education, it provides a unique innovation ecosystem that transforms scientific discoveries into practical solutions. With Friesland's rich history in water management and its long-term vision for sustainability, WaterCampus stands as a beacon of excellence in circular water technology, shaping the future of global water solutions.\u003C/p>",{"id":35,"type":217,"cta":6,"cta_link":6,"created_at":363,"updated_at":364,"owner_id":315,"owner_relationship":221,"views":212,"owner":365,"image":366,"contributors":370,"article_locations":373,"article_industries":379,"view_count":212,"like_count":208,"collection_count":259,"content":380,"can_edit":273},"2025-01-28T15:13:31.233Z","2026-05-19T01:57:50.785Z",{"id":315,"type":5,"owner_id":315,"about":6,"job_title":6,"url":6,"linkedin":6,"email":6,"staff_of_id":6,"organisation_id":6,"organisation":6},{"id":367,"link":368,"alt":6,"source":6,"created_at":363,"updated_at":369,"article_id":35,"image_profile_id":6,"banner_profile_id":6},"I-wJnRdA8ww=","https://kh-assets.prod.circularity-gap.world/main-image/1778094748473-pZfYlbW5.jpeg","2025-04-28T11:34:16.315Z",[371,372],{"contributor_id":4},{"contributor_id":315},[374],{"article_id":35,"location_id":375,"created_at":353,"updated_at":6,"location":376},"2751792",{"id":375,"type":244,"name":377,"color":6,"parent_location_id":378,"created_at":293,"updated_at":6},"Leeuwarden","NLD",[],{"id":381,"score":208,"body":382,"status":272,"article_id":35,"created_at":363,"updated_at":369,"published_at":363},"_Nt_",{"title":383,"outcome":384,"problem":385,"summary":386,"solution":387,"attachment":388},"The first circular concrete chain in Heechterp, Leeuwarden","\u003Cp>The establishment of the first circular concrete chain in Leeuwarden successfully demonstrated the feasibility of reusing demolition materials in local construction projects. By closing the concrete loop within the municipality, the initiative put in place measures to reduce CO₂ emissions, minimise the need for new raw materials, and decrease construction related transportation impacts. This project set a precedent for circular urban redevelopment, proving that circular construction practices can be both environmentally and economically viable, and could inspire other municipalities to adopt similar approaches.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>The case addresses two major challenges: the significant CO₂ emissions generated by concrete production and the increasing global demand for raw materials. Traditional construction methods rely on producing new concrete, which is energy-intensive and produces a significant amount of GHG emissions (around 8% of global emissions in 2022). Construction and demolition waste is one one the largest waste streams in the EU and has significant potential for material recovery, however is often discarded rather than reused. Targeting high emissions stemming from concrete production and reusing construction and demolition waste could have a significant impact.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>A circular concrete chain has been established in Leeuwarden. Concrete from the demolition of 72 flats in the Heechterp district is being reused to build new homes in the same area. This process involves demolishing, converting concrete into granulate, and producing new concrete locally, reducing CO₂ emissions and raw material usage. The initiative is a collaboration between Elkien, the Municipality of Leeuwarden, and several construction and demolition companies, showcasing a scalable and sustainable approach to circular construction. This case showcases a unique example of a collaboration involving actors across all points of the concrete value chain to create a true closed loop concrete cycle in Leeuwarden.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>The project in Heechterp offers a circular approach to concrete use. Concrete from demolished buildings is processed locally into granulate, which is then used to produce new concrete for constructing homes in the same district. This closed-loop system minimizes CO₂ emissions, reduces the need for new raw materials, and limits transportation, significantly reducing the negative environmental impacts caused by linear construction processes. Leeuwarden’s closed loop concrete chain sets an example of circular construction practices that could be broadly scaled and applied elsewhere.\u003C/p>",[389,391,393],{"name":390,"type":271,"value":390},"https://www.heechterpvernieuwt.nl/circulaire-sloop-van-beton-in-heechterp-voor-hergebruik-in-het-nieuwe-heechterp/#:~:text=De%20sloop%20van%20de%20eerste,circulaire%20keten%20van%20betonverwerking%20opgezet.",{"name":392,"type":271,"value":392},"https://ondernemendleeuwarden.nl/eerste-circulaire-betonketen-is-een-feit/",{"name":394,"type":271,"value":394},"https://gemeenteleeuwarden.wetransfer.com/downloads/ceeb31be581136f50ac9b78fac0e6c6e20250310123254/00c286?t_exp=1746793974&t_lsid=3d7caf74-332f-40cb-89e1-ee3fc0d9ed10&t_network=link&t_rid=YXV0aDB8NjE3OGY4MTIzYmRlYTUwMDY5MTcwYmMy&t_s=download_link&t_ts=1741609974",{"id":39,"type":217,"cta":6,"cta_link":6,"created_at":396,"updated_at":397,"owner_id":315,"owner_relationship":221,"views":316,"owner":398,"image":399,"contributors":403,"article_locations":406,"article_industries":407,"view_count":316,"like_count":208,"collection_count":259,"content":408,"can_edit":273},"2025-03-24T10:19:56.775Z","2026-05-17T05:43:16.528Z",{"id":315,"type":5,"owner_id":315,"about":6,"job_title":6,"url":6,"linkedin":6,"email":6,"staff_of_id":6,"organisation_id":6,"organisation":6},{"id":400,"link":401,"alt":6,"source":6,"created_at":396,"updated_at":402,"article_id":39,"image_profile_id":6,"banner_profile_id":6},"EQ8RLbqlCGw=","https://kh-assets.prod.circularity-gap.world/main-image/1778094750492-eTSMFuZp.jpeg","2025-04-25T08:52:36.827Z",[404,405],{"contributor_id":4},{"contributor_id":315},[],[],{"id":409,"score":208,"body":410,"status":272,"article_id":39,"created_at":396,"updated_at":402,"published_at":396},"3KD3",{"title":411,"outcome":412,"problem":413,"summary":414,"solution":415,"attachment":416},"Fijn Wonen’s Circular Construction Powered by Robotics","\u003Cp>The integration of robotics in construction has significantly improved efficiency by reducing both construction time and labor costs. Precision manufacturing minimises material waste, supporting more sustainable building practices while also lowering overall project expenses. These streamlined processes enhance affordability, making quality housing more accessible to a broader population. Additionally, energy-efficient designs and waste reduction efforts help decrease carbon emissions, resulting in a smaller environmental footprint.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>The housing sector faces significant challenges, including a shortage of affordable homes, inefficient traditional construction methods, and substantial environmental impacts due to material waste and carbon emissions. Addressing these issues requires innovative solutions that can deliver quality housing in a more cost- and resource-effective manner. The Netherlands, and Friesland in particular, have set targets for the number of homes to be built to meet the growing needs of the population. These targets must be achieved in a way that not only avoids contributing to negative environmental and social impacts but ideally reduces them.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Fijn Wonen is revolutionising the housing industry by constructing affordable and sustainable homes using advanced robotic technology. This approach enhances efficiency, reduces waste, and minimises environmental impact, exemplifying an innovative circular business model that benefits both people and the planet. Fijn Wonen highlights the co-benefits that can emerge from integrating circular design approaches into business models, demonstrating how homebuilding can be done in a local, efficient, and circular way.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Fijn Wonen has developed a method for building homes using advanced robotic technology, streamlining the construction process and significantly reducing waste. By incorporating industrialised building techniques, they produce high-quality, energy-efficient homes that are both affordable and environmentally friendly. This approach allows for greater precision, faster construction times, and a reduced carbon footprint compared to traditional methods. Advanced robotics ensures homes are built to last, minimising waste and improving efficiency throughout the process. The company demonstrates how circular principles can be embedded at the design stage, resulting in buildings that use fewer resources, have a longer lifespan, and are made from less carbon-intensive materials.\u003C/p>",[417],{"name":418,"type":271,"value":418},"https://www.fijn.com/",{"id":37,"type":217,"cta":6,"cta_link":6,"created_at":420,"updated_at":421,"owner_id":315,"owner_relationship":221,"views":422,"owner":423,"image":424,"contributors":428,"article_locations":431,"article_industries":432,"view_count":422,"like_count":208,"collection_count":259,"content":439,"can_edit":273},"2025-03-24T10:07:10.662Z","2026-05-19T12:58:47.208Z",12,{"id":315,"type":5,"owner_id":315,"about":6,"job_title":6,"url":6,"linkedin":6,"email":6,"staff_of_id":6,"organisation_id":6,"organisation":6},{"id":425,"link":426,"alt":6,"source":6,"created_at":420,"updated_at":427,"article_id":37,"image_profile_id":6,"banner_profile_id":6},"-WJr8F5fCMU=","https://kh-assets.prod.circularity-gap.world/main-image/1778094749218-oL7H7up2.jpeg","2025-04-25T08:49:53.521Z",[429,430],{"contributor_id":4},{"contributor_id":315},[],[433],{"article_id":37,"industry_id":434,"created_at":353,"updated_at":6,"industry":435},"construction_materials_and_products",{"id":434,"name":436,"description":437,"sector":438},"Construction Materials and Products","Producing building materials and finished and semi-finished building products for construction","construction_and_infrastructure",{"id":440,"score":208,"body":441,"status":272,"article_id":37,"created_at":420,"updated_at":427,"published_at":420},"WA34",{"title":442,"outcome":443,"problem":444,"summary":445,"solution":446,"attachment":447},"Friesland Builds Biobased: The Fibre Hemp Deal","\u003Cp>The Frisian Fibre Hemp Deal aims to equip over 1,000 homes with locally produced fibre hemp insulation within three years, driving both environmental and economic benefits. By integrating Hempwool, the initiative seeks to save more than 1,700 tons of CO₂, with GreenInclusive certifying these savings and directing the proceeds to Frisian farmers. A stable demand for hemp cultivation could enable the participation of over 110 Frisian farmers, strengthening the regional economy and generating employment across agriculture, manufacturing, and construction. Beyond economic gains, the deal aspires to enhance indoor air quality, improve temperature regulation, and support biodiversity through increased hemp cultivation. To facilitate industry-wide adoption, a knowledge-sharing program led by Miedema Bouwmaterialen, Oldenboom Meinesz, and Circulair Friesland aims to guide stakeholders in integrating fibre hemp insulation into construction projects.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>The construction industry is a major contributor to carbon emissions and resource depletion. Traditional insulation materials have high embodied carbon and rely on non-renewable resources, making them unsustainable in the long term. There is a need for scalable, biobased alternatives that reduce environmental impact, support local economies, and integrate into circular construction practices.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>The Frisian Fibre Hemp Deal (Fryske Vezelhennepdeal) is a groundbreaking initiative that establishes the first complete regional chain for biobased construction in the Netherlands. Signed by more than 30 stakeholders, including housing corporations, construction companies, developers, and local governments, the deal commits to using Frisian hemp insulation in at least 1,000 construction and renovation projects across Friesland. By promoting the use of locally produced fibre hemp insulation, the initiative fosters regional economic development, reduces carbon emissions, and strengthens circular construction practices.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>This has already been applied, for example, in the construction of the Cambuur stadium in Leeuwarden in which over 3,500 square meters of sustainable and locally grown Frisian hemp have been utilised for the stadiums insulation.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The Frisian Fibre Hemp Deal is a significant step towards a circular and sustainable future for Friesland, demonstrating how regional collaboration can drive impactful change in the construction sector.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>The Frisian Fibre Hemp Deal brings together key stakeholders in Friesland to promote the use of locally produced fibre hemp insulation in new and renovated buildings. Hempwool, a biobased insulation material manufactured by local company GreenInclusive, provides a sustainable alternative that sequesters carbon, reduces reliance on synthetic insulation, and bolsters both the regional agricultural and construction sectors. By replacing virgin materials with biobased, regenerative alternatives, the initiative strengthens the local circular economy. With a goal of integrating Hempwool into 1,000 projects, it helps establish a viable market for fibre hemp, cuts transport-related emissions, and creates local employment opportunities.\u003C/p>",[448],{"name":449,"type":271,"value":449},"https://circulairfriesland.frl/en/unique-hemp-fiber-deal-in-fryslan/",{"id":67,"type":217,"cta":6,"cta_link":6,"created_at":451,"updated_at":452,"owner_id":4,"owner_relationship":221,"views":212,"owner":453,"image":454,"contributors":458,"article_locations":460,"article_industries":466,"view_count":212,"like_count":208,"collection_count":208,"content":479,"can_edit":273},"2025-01-29T14:46:16.425Z","2026-05-17T19:37:57.909Z",{"id":4,"type":5,"owner_id":4,"about":6,"job_title":6,"url":6,"linkedin":6,"email":6,"staff_of_id":6,"organisation_id":6,"organisation":6},{"id":455,"link":456,"alt":6,"source":6,"created_at":451,"updated_at":457,"article_id":67,"image_profile_id":6,"banner_profile_id":6},"XE3xPmAYtz4=","https://kh-assets.prod.circularity-gap.world/main-image/1778157228191-kFX3lgGW.jpeg","2025-03-31T12:20:46.964Z",[459],{"contributor_id":4},[461],{"article_id":67,"location_id":462,"created_at":289,"updated_at":6,"location":463},"USA",{"id":462,"type":237,"name":464,"color":6,"parent_location_id":465,"created_at":293,"updated_at":6},"United States","NA",[467,472,477],{"article_id":67,"industry_id":468,"created_at":289,"updated_at":6,"industry":469},"agriculture",{"id":468,"name":470,"description":471,"sector":300},"Agriculture","Producing and gathering crop and animal products from land and water through farming, hunting, and fishing",{"article_id":67,"industry_id":473,"created_at":289,"updated_at":6,"industry":474},"energy_utilities_and_independent_power_producers",{"id":473,"name":475,"description":476,"sector":252},"Energy Utilities and Independent Power Producers","Providing electricity and gas services, including traditional and renewable energy generation, natural and manufactured gas and operating gas networks",{"article_id":67,"industry_id":248,"created_at":289,"updated_at":6,"industry":478},{"id":248,"name":250,"description":251,"sector":252},{"id":480,"score":208,"body":481,"status":272,"article_id":67,"created_at":451,"updated_at":457,"published_at":451},"d8rQ",{"title":482,"outcome":483,"problem":484,"summary":485,"solution":486,"attachment":487},"Walmart Turns Food Waste into Compost","\u003Cp>The impact of this food waste recycling programme is substantial. The greenhouse gas mitigation effect of Denali's efforts is annually equivalent to removing about 100,000 cars from the road or providing electricity to over 60,000 homes for a year.\u003Ca href=\"https://www.grocerydive.com/news/walmart-food-waste-sustainability-denali/696741/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">4\u003C/a> This initiative not only helps Walmart progress towards its sustainability goals but also contributes significantly to reducing the environmental impact of food waste.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Walmart, like many large retailers, generates significant amounts of food waste in its operations. The company set ambitious goals to reduce operational food waste by 50% by 2030 and achieve zero waste to landfills and incineration in its Canada, Mexico, and U.S. markets by 2025. As of 2022, Walmart had achieved approximately a 12% reduction in food waste and diverted 78% of its waste materials in U.S. operations.\u003Ca href=\"https://www.grocerydive.com/news/walmart-food-waste-sustainability-denali/696741/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">4\u003C/a> However, further action was needed to meet these targets and address the environmental impact of food waste.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Walmart has partnered with Denali, a specialty waste and environmental services company, to implement a comprehensive food waste recycling programme across all its U.S. locations. This initiative aims to divert non-edible food from landfills, instead repurposing it to create compost, feed animals, and generate renewable energy.\u003Ca href=\"https://www.grocerydive.com/news/walmart-food-waste-sustainability-denali/696741/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">4\u003C/a> The programme demonstrates a successful circular economy model in the retail sector, addressing the critical issue of food waste whilst creating valuable resources.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Walmart renewed its partnership with Denali to implement a comprehensive food waste recycling programme. The solution involves collecting non-edible food from all Walmart locations in the United States and transforming it into valuable resources. Denali, which recycles over 10 billion pounds of organic materials annually, employs various methods to repurpose the food waste:\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Composting\u003C/strong>: Working with a network of compost manufacturers, including its own facilities, to turn food waste into nutrient-rich compost.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Animal feed\u003C/strong>: Collaborating with local farms to use certain types of food waste as animal feed.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Renewable energy\u003C/strong>: Providing food waste to anaerobic digesters for the creation of renewable energy.\u003Ca href=\"https://www.grocerydive.com/news/walmart-food-waste-sustainability-denali/696741/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">4\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The process begins when Walmart store associates remove unsold food items from shelves and place them, packaging and all, into designated bins. These bins are then collected by Walmart's logistics infrastructure and transported to processing facilities. At these facilities, advanced technology called Zero DePack is used to separate food waste from packaging. The resulting organic \"sludge\" is mixed with other organic materials like trimmed vegetation from Walmart properties. This mixture undergoes a curing process, involving repeated turning and filtering, to produce fine compost suitable for agricultural use.\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kuaf.com/show/ozarks-at-large/2024-08-29/walmart-uses-new-technology-to-reduce-food-waste-save-associates-time\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">10\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Additionally, Walmart has taken the circular economy concept a step further by selling the compost produced from its food waste. Under the brand name \"ReCirculate\", this compost is now available for purchase at over 100 Walmart locations across eight southern states, with plans to expand to more than 600 stores nationwide by April 2025. This innovative approach not only diverts waste from landfills but also creates a new product line, demonstrating the economic viability of circular business models.\u003Ca href=\"https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250127111406/en/Denali%E2%80%99s-ReCirculate%E2%84%A2-Compost-Made-from-Food-Waste-now-Available-at-Walmart\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">7\u003C/a>\u003C/p>",[488,490,492,494,496,498,500,502,504,506,508],{"name":489,"type":271,"value":489},"https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250127111406/en/Denali%E2%80%99s-ReCirculate%E2%84%A2-Compost-Made-from-Food-Waste-now-Available-at-Walmart",{"name":491,"type":271,"value":491},"https://www.supermarketnews.com/independents-regional-grocers/wal-mart-recycles-fresh-food-waste",{"name":493,"type":271,"value":493},"https://penfriend.ai/blog/circular-economy-business-examples",{"name":495,"type":271,"value":495},"https://foodinstitute.com/focus/walmart-commits-to-reducing-food-waste/",{"name":497,"type":271,"value":497},"https://nwarecycles.org/walmart-renews-food-waste-recycling-partnership/",{"name":499,"type":271,"value":499},"https://trellis.net/article/walmart-turns-food-waste-into-compost/",{"name":501,"type":271,"value":501},"https://www.kuaf.com/show/ozarks-at-large/2024-08-29/walmart-uses-new-technology-to-reduce-food-waste-save-associates-time",{"name":503,"type":271,"value":503},"https://www.grocerydive.com/news/walmart-food-waste-sustainability-denali/696741/",{"name":505,"type":271,"value":505},"https://progressivegrocer.com/walmart-now-selling-denalis-recirculate-compost-made-food-waste",{"name":507,"type":271,"value":507},"https://stateofgreen.com/en/news/10-examples-of-circular-economy-solutions/",{"name":509,"type":271,"value":509},"https://circulareconomy.europa.eu/platform/sites/default/files/circular-cities.pdf",{"id":61,"type":217,"cta":6,"cta_link":6,"created_at":511,"updated_at":512,"owner_id":513,"owner_relationship":221,"views":514,"owner":515,"image":516,"contributors":520,"article_locations":523,"article_industries":529,"view_count":514,"like_count":208,"collection_count":208,"content":535,"can_edit":273},"2022-07-06T12:25:44.652Z","2026-05-19T21:52:56.003Z","J5-bZw",11,{"id":513,"type":5,"owner_id":513,"about":6,"job_title":6,"url":6,"linkedin":6,"email":6,"staff_of_id":6,"organisation_id":6,"organisation":6},{"id":517,"link":518,"alt":6,"source":6,"created_at":511,"updated_at":519,"article_id":61,"image_profile_id":6,"banner_profile_id":6},"1y4L9oDuvFU=","https://kh-assets.prod.circularity-gap.world/main-image/1778157163602-3TKs-VjK.jpeg","2025-02-05T18:26:27.777Z",[521,522],{"contributor_id":513},{"contributor_id":4},[524],{"article_id":61,"location_id":525,"created_at":289,"updated_at":6,"location":526},"2661552",{"id":525,"type":244,"name":527,"color":6,"parent_location_id":528,"created_at":293,"updated_at":6},"Bern","CHE",[530],{"article_id":61,"industry_id":531,"created_at":289,"updated_at":6,"industry":532},"hospitality_and_tourism",{"id":531,"name":533,"description":534,"sector":258},"Hospitality and Tourism","Providing recreational and cultural services, including hotels, resorts, casinos, sport and fitness centers, stadiums, golf courses and amusement parks, restaurants, bars, pubs, fast-food or take-out facilities, as well as libraries and museums",{"id":536,"score":208,"body":537,"status":272,"article_id":61,"created_at":511,"updated_at":519,"published_at":511},"WyZH",{"title":538,"outcome":539,"problem":540,"summary":541,"solution":542,"attachment":543},"Eco-friendly freeride skis developed by Earlybird","\u003Cp>The result is a range of high-performance freeride skis that are fully recyclable and carbon-neutral. Earlybird Skis' commitment to sustainability has been recognised with awards such as the ISPO Gold Winner in the Snowsports Hardgoods category. Their approach serves as a model for integrating circular economy principles into product design and manufacturing within the sports equipment industry. \u003Ca href=\"https://www.ispo.com/en/ispo-award/2021/earlybird-chickadee?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">2\u003C/a>\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Traditional ski manufacturing relies heavily on non-renewable materials and energy-intensive processes, resulting in products that are difficult to recycle at the end of their lifecycle. Consequently, a significant number of used skis end up in landfills, contributing to environmental degradation.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Earlybird Skis, a Swiss company, has developed the world's first fully recyclable freeride skis. By utilising bio-based and recycled materials, along with an innovative epoxy resin, they have created high-performance skis that minimise environmental impact. This initiative exemplifies the application of circular economy principles in the sports equipment industry.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>Earlybird Skis addressed this issue by designing skis using sustainably sourced materials such as FSC-certified wood for the core and sidewalls, and recycled steel for the edges. They employed a novel, bio-based epoxy resin that can be dissolved, allowing for the separation and recycling of individual components at the end of the skis' lifecycle. Additionally, the manufacturing process is powered by renewable energy sources, further reducing the carbon footprint. \u003Ca href=\"https://earlybirdskis.com/ecotech/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">1\u003C/a>\u003C/p>",[544,546],{"name":545,"type":271,"value":545},"https://www.ispo.com/en/ispo-award/2021/earlybird-chickadee",{"name":547,"type":271,"value":547},"https://earlybirdskis.com",{"id":45,"type":217,"cta":6,"cta_link":6,"created_at":549,"updated_at":550,"owner_id":551,"owner_relationship":221,"views":552,"owner":553,"image":554,"contributors":558,"article_locations":562,"article_industries":563,"view_count":552,"like_count":208,"collection_count":259,"content":571,"can_edit":273},"2024-05-14T10:36:33.068Z","2026-05-19T09:56:40.162Z","Xyxh0w",6,{"id":551,"type":5,"owner_id":551,"about":6,"job_title":6,"url":6,"linkedin":6,"email":6,"staff_of_id":6,"organisation_id":6,"organisation":6},{"id":555,"link":556,"alt":6,"source":6,"created_at":549,"updated_at":557,"article_id":45,"image_profile_id":6,"banner_profile_id":6},"mtlOMMCxIC4=","https://kh-assets.prod.circularity-gap.world/main-image/1778151064024-3OouvR6m.jpeg","2025-01-23T15:17:39.283Z",[559,560,561],{"contributor_id":284},{"contributor_id":4},{"contributor_id":551},[],[564],{"article_id":45,"industry_id":565,"created_at":566,"updated_at":6,"industry":567},"research_commercial_services","2026-05-07T10:51:00.595Z",{"id":565,"name":568,"description":569,"sector":570},"Research & Commercial Services","Providing various support services for businesses and governments, such as research, testing, certification and consulting services, cleaning and maintenance services, security and protection services, legal, accounting and bookkeeping services, information management, data processing, and business process outsourcing services","professional_services",{"id":572,"score":208,"body":573,"status":272,"article_id":45,"created_at":549,"updated_at":557,"published_at":549},"08-Y",{"title":574,"problem":575,"summary":576},"Caso de estudio: Rubest eco rubber solutions","\u003Cp>ES: Aunque inicialmente se observa un enfoque de economía circular, su proceso productivo es lineal, permitiendo la generación de pérdida de material a lo largo de su cadena de valor, especialmente en los procesos de vulcanización y corte. Se identificó que estos residuos pueden ser reincorporados como materia prima en el proceso.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>EN: Although initially a circular economy approach is observed, its production process is linear, allowing the generation of material loss throughout its value chain, especially in the vulcanization and cutting processes. It was identified that these wastes can be reincorporated as raw materials in the process.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>EN: Case study: Rubest eco rubber solutions\u003C/strong>\u003C/p>\u003Cp>ES: En la primera fase se encontró que la empresa no cuenta con un modelo de gestión enfocado en aprovechar el valor de los materiales que entran al proceso productivo, lo que hace que se genere mucho desperdicio y, como consecuencia, pérdidas financieras que no se miden.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>EN: In the first phase, it was found that the company does not have a management model focused on taking advantage of the value of the materials that enter the production process, which causes a lot of waste to be generated and, as a consequence, financial losses that are not measured.\u003C/p>",[]]