Optimising the data framework for the take-back system through a digital product
Wehlers is working to advance its existing circular practices by implementing a digital product identifier to enhance traceability.
ready2LOOP inspiration cases
Read about some of the companies who have been transitioning to Circular Economy, together with ready2LOOP and study some of the other cases we've found, among our network.
Engaging in a service-oriented business model and increasing product modularity for VELUX’s roof windows
Shift from a product-oriented business model to a service-based offering to improve lifecycle management of roof windows.
Circular Transition for Roof Windows through Smart Takeback Systems and Digital Lifetime Monitoring
Evolving a takeback system to enable a transition towards a more circular product strategy.
Material recovery and a structured takeback system for VK sulfuric acid catalysts
The project focuses on moving away from landfilling spent catalysts by establishing a takeback system that recovers vanadium and silica for reintegration into the manufacturing process.
“Chain Credit” take-back system with service-focused redesign
Implementing a "Chain Credit" take-back system for high-strength steel chains and redesigning product components to extend the technical life of the primary chassis.
Combined rental and take-back initiative for mulchers at Tokvam
Extending the product lifespan of Tokvam’s hydraulic mulcher chains by defining a recovery path for worn chains and supporting material recirculation through a leasing setup and design upgrades.
Extend service agreements to include take-back systems of bed screens
Implementing a pilot take-back system for bed-end-screens to improve end-of-life control, enhance resource efficiency, and transition toward a more circular business model.
Take-back of Modarc’s modular photovoltaic system
The project focuses on modular design to enable easy disassembly, component replacement, and remanufacturing.
Redesigning “Matas Striber” packaging and revitalising the take-back system
Establishing a closed-loop system with its supplier Persano and redesigning in-store infrastructure for purified plastic recovery together with development of mono-material packaging.
Circular tableware: Exploring recirculation through a new business model
Transitioning from a linear sales model to a multi-loop system for Luups’ durable wood-plastic composite tableware.
Extending the functional lifespan of ETS Colibri expansion valves by utilising SMART cycle monitoring
Building a data-driven closed-loop system to recover and reuse high-value electronic expansion valves. By leveraging existing monitoring technology and establishing reverse logistics in the Italian market, Danfoss aims to reduce material dependency.
Transitioning from material-recycling to product-level value recovery
Grundfos is interested in transitioning from simple material recycling of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) to a system that recovers high-value electronic components.
Inspirational and external cases
We have collected cases and success stories from companies and organisations that are currently on a journey towards Circular Economy.
Explore our collection and find the ones that can help your company in your transition process.
External cases
Better World Fashion – reused leather jackets with unique ID and leasing agreement
Better World Fashion is a producer of reused leather jackets, which is sold, leased and repurchased to maintain the product in a closed loop.
BioTrans Nordic – from food waste to biogas
BioTrans Nordic's complete solution for food waste recycling ensures lower CO2 consumption and higher value of recycling in the form of biogas instead of conversion to energy at a cogeneration plant.
KALK – Development of recyclable lime mortar
KALK has developed a lime-based mortar, which allows the separation and recycling of bricks and mortar during the demolition of construction.
Pack and Sea – Box rental service for the fishing industry
Pack and Sea rent out boxes for handling fishes throughout the value chain.
Paboco - Creating recyclable paper bottles
A joint venture between BillerudKorsnäs and ALPLA has resulted in Paboco making recyclable paper bottles with the long-term goal to harmlessly degrade if accidentally put in nature.
Springkilde Bio – Thermal gasification of chicken manure into electricity, heat and fertilizing pellets
A spin-out from Springkilde Æg has been created and is called Springkilde Bio, which has developed a new plant for thermal gasification which converts chicken manure into electricity, heat and fertilizing tablets.
Aage Vestergaard Larsen – Collection and reusage of plastic
Aage Vestergaard Larsen retrieves collected plastic waste from the industry and sells it as an alternative to virgin plastic.
Databases of circular cases
Global Opportunity Explorer
Platform that displays hundreds of sustainable solutions and market opportunities linked to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
State of Green
A platform with 1370 Danish industry cases with search filters (sector, area of interest and solution types) to narrow your search scope.
Circle Economy - Knowledge Hub
Presents 500+ inspiring examples of the circular economy in practice, covering a number of circular strategies and impact areas
Ellen MacArthur Foundation Case Studies
Collection of case studies on Circular Economy, featuring many of the companies engaged in the CE 100 program
CIRCit Nord
The CE101 cases campaign brings a consolidation of 101 inspirational cases of companies that made the Circular Economy into reality.
Best time to act is now
When it comes to becoming more circular, now is the right time to start! Circularity in your business helps to achieve many sustainability goals, including carbon footprint reduction. Act now and start your transition to Circular Economy today. Alternatively, get help along your transition with an Accelerator programme.