The circularity gap report Netherlands

The circularity gap report Netherlands

To boost the circularity of Netherlands and close the circularity gap, four explorative “what-if” scenarios which can partially transform the economy to become less reliant on linear processes have been explored: (1) Advanced construction practices, (2) Circular agriculture and food system, (3) Shifting from fossil fuels to renewable sources, and (4) Repair,  remanufacturing and high-value recycling. Each scenario boosts the circularity of the country, but when combined, these four scenarios bolsters the Netherlands’ Circularity Metric from 25% to a staggering 70%. However, these scenarios are theoretical; free from the constraints of political, social or behavioural (change) realities. This report is published as part of the Platform for Accelerating the Circular Economy (PACE).