Nature, resources & circularity · Core

Circular economy

Also called: circularity

ELI5

An economic model aiming to keep products and materials in use and regenerate natural systems.

Used in conversation

“The number is useful only if everyone calculates circular economy the same way.”

Pitch context

You will see “Circular economy” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches nature, resources & circularity.

Why it matters: In nature, resources & circularity, the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence can materially change the claim.

Caution

State the reporting boundary, method, period and evidence; standards, regulation and assurance requirements vary.

Connected terms

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.