During the Dutch Week of the Circular Economy, 48 companies and umbrella organisations, including Circle Economy, joined forces to launch the Dutch Association for the Circular Economy (NVCE). Backed by more than 1,700 companies, the NVCE aims to position circularity as a key solution to geopolitical, economic, and social challenges.
The NVCE unites organisations involved in reuse, recycling, lifespan extension, and the sharing economy. Currently, circular businesses in the Netherlands face significant barriers, such as double VAT on reused products and high costs for secondary materials. The NVCE seeks to bring these challenges to the attention of the national government and advocate for policies that make circular business models the norm.
By putting circular entrepreneurship on the political agenda, making targeted policy recommendations, and acting as a key discussion partner in legislative matters, the NVCE ensures fair opportunities for entrepreneurs while reducing the Netherlands’ reliance on scarce raw materials.
'We are going to have to help each other!' said State Secretary for Public Transport and the Environment, Chris Jansen, during his visit to the NVCE formation meeting at the Port of Rotterdam.
Steven van Eijck, Special Government Representative for the Circular Economy, added: 'Bringing together circular frontrunners is essential, and that’s exactly what the NVCE does.'
‘Circle Economy is a global organisation, yet we remain dedicated to our home country. In our early days, we guided both national and local governments in the Netherlands in designing their first circular economy strategies. We know that collaboration is key to accelerating the much-needed transition. That’s why we are proud to join the NVCE, and believe we can achieve even more together’, said Ivonne Bojoh, CEO of Circle Economy.
About the NVCE: A strong voice for the circular economy
The Dutch Association for the Circular Economy (NVCE) represents 48 entrepreneurs and umbrella organisations, collectively supporting over 1,700 companies leading the transition to a circular economy. The NVCE works towards a future where raw materials are used efficiently, waste is minimised, and reuse and recycling become standard practice. By consolidating practical experiences and making targeted recommendations to policymakers, the NVCE builds influence in national politics and helps establish circular entrepreneurship as the norm. This effort strengthens the Netherlands’ economic resilience and reduces its reliance on scarce raw materials.
Meet the founding members of NVCE: www.nvce.nl
