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This section focuses on tools and methods that can be used to support the development and implementation of Circular Systemic Solutions. The selection covers a variety of topics including, but not limited to, circular economy indicators, resource scanning tools and circular procurement guidelines. 

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Indicators for circular economy transition in cities

The European Commission provides a general monitoring framework for the circular economy (CE). It aims to help understand how the various elements of...

Type of tool or method
Circular economy indicators
Impacts: Increased recycling rates, Dematerialisation, Competitiveness and innovation, Equality of opportunities/Just transition toward a sustainable and inclusive circular economy, Education, knowledge, training and reskilling
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PROPOSED RESOURCE IDENTIFICATION TOOL FRAMEWORK

This document introduces a proposed indicator and data framework for a Resouce Identification Tool (RIT) which can help facilitate the data collection...

Type of tool or method
Resource scanning tools
Impacts: Climate adaptation and Climate mitigation, Environmental pollution and land use, Increased recycling rates, Competitiveness and innovation, Education, knowledge, training and reskilling, Material savings, Stakeholder and citizens mobilisation, engagement and participation, Innovation, TRL upgrade
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RE-sign: today's cities, tomorrow's mines

This tool aims to promote circular economy in the architecture and construction sector. Users can exchange resources, building materials, and second...

Type of tool or method
Circular economy procurement
Impacts: Climate adaptation and Climate mitigation, Environmental pollution and land use, Dematerialisation, Increased recycling rates, Material savings
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REBus – Guide for circular procurement

The REBus project’s tool provides different resource-efficient business models, including service systems, hire and leasing, incentivised returns and...

Type of tool or method
Circular economy procurement
Impacts: Dematerialisation, Environmental pollution and land use
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Resources Scanner of the Netherlands Enterprise Agency

The Resources Scanner enables organisations to discover to what extent the (bio)materials they depend on pose a potential risk to their business, to...

Type of tool or method
Resource scanning tools
Impacts: Dematerialisation, Environmental pollution and land use
Tools and methods

The 15 Circular Steps for Cities

This document outlines problems facing many linear cities today, arguing the case for circular change. It highlights elements that make cities...

Type of tool or method
Strategy design and decision making
Impacts: Environmental pollution and land use, Increased recycling rates, Dematerialisation, Equality of opportunities/Just transition toward a sustainable and inclusive circular economy, Education, knowledge, training and reskilling, Stakeholder and citizens mobilisation, engagement and participation, Material savings, Innovation

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