Circular economy solutions

These innovative circular economy solutions have been implemented in England and France. We hope these case studies will inspire local authorities to launch similar initiatives in their area. 

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grapes, crisps, sandwich, cupcake, and a orange in three metal lunch boxes

Mintie Lunchbox

Quality lunch boxes that will last a lifetime and reduce the need to discard cheap alternatives.

fruits, vegetables, sandwiches in two containers

Pyxo

A borrowing service for reusable takeaway food containers.

steam coming out of a reusable brown cup

Versoo

Versoo offers a local recycling service for cardboard coffee cups in France.

a person tying up their running shoes

Payote

A shoe brand that uses eco-fibre made from plastic waste to create recycled shoes.

various different colours of cosmetic items

ReFactory

ReFactory take waste products and re-introduce them back into the supply chain to be used in everyday life.

a sign saying 'recycling centre'

Love Essex

Love Essex aims to support and inspire residents to reduce their waste, recycle more and reduce environmental crimes.

two different sized blue recycling boxes

Leeds By Example

A recycling campaign to provide better street bins and encourage Leeds residents to recycle more.