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Tools and methods

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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The decarbonisation benefits of sectoral circular economy actions

This methodology integrates results from lifecycle analysis (LCA) and material flow modelling to develop a generic methodology for conducting ex ante...

Type of tool or method
Strategy design and decision making
Impacts: Climate adaptation and Climate mitigation, Environmental pollution and land use, Increased recycling rates, Dematerialisation
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The EU Innovation Radar Platform

The EU Innovation Radar Platform aims to identify high potential innovations and innovators in EU-funded research and innovation projects. The goal is...

Type of tool or method
Resource scanning tools
Impacts: Climate adaptation and Climate mitigation, Environmental pollution and land use, Increased recycling rates, Equality of opportunities/Just transition toward a sustainable and inclusive circular economy, Dematerialisation, Competitiveness and innovation, Stakeholder and citizens mobilisation, engagement and participation, Material savings, Education, knowledge, training and reskilling
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The Metabolism of Cities - Data Hub

This online platform is created in order to crowdsource and centralise data on material flows, stocks, and other relevant parameters in the urban...

Type of tool or method
Resource scanning tools
Impacts: Education, knowledge, training and reskilling
Tools and methods

Towards European Circular Cities: A Guide for Circularity in the Urban Built Environment

This document provides an easy, step-by-step guide for developing a circular city strategy, whilst also looking at relevant best practice in Europe...

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

United for Smart Sustainable Cities: A guide to circular cities

United for Smart Sustainable Cities (U4SSC) is a global platform dedicated to supporting cities to become smarter and more sustainable. U4SSC develops...

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, Material savings, Innovation, Stakeholder and citizens mobilisation, engagement and participation

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