Sustainability

Fight Waste: Patrick vs Utilisation

Patrick Hypscher, Co-Founder Green PO & Podcast-Host Circularity.fm, is on a mission to eliminate waste. This month, Patrick notices that most things in his family’s household aren’t used regularly, meaning they’re not really fully utilized. Consequently, he wonders: How can we increase resource usage while also managing resources sustainably?

Business, People, Sustainability

bgreen leaders On Tour: Drees & Sommer

On October 24th, we embarked on the second #bgreen Leaders “On Tour” trip of 2024! This field trip series aims to provide a behind-the-scenes look at flagship projects in the circular economy. This time, the spotlight was on innovative solutions and circular economy practices within the construction industry.

Business, People, Sustainability

Data and AI for a sustainable tomorrow: bgreen leaders Dinner Cologne

Our bgreen leaders dinner series for 2024 came to a close in Cologne, where Christoph Nützel, Head of Technology and Data & Analytics at Futurice, delivered an insightful keynote, focusing on the intersection of data, technology, and sustainability.

Sustainability

Fight Waste: Patrick vs Habits

Patrick Hypscher, Co-Founder Green PO & Podcast-Host Circularity.fm, is on a mission to eliminate waste. This month, Patrick realizes how often his own habits get in his way more than the actual necessities.

People, Sustainability

Stephan Lemm on Circular Economy as Business Strategy

For Stephan Lemm, expert for change management, and transformational leadership, Circular Economy is not just an environmental imperative, it's a smart business strategy.

Sustainability

Fight Waste: Patrick vs Missing Data

Patrick Hypscher, Co-Founder Green PO & Podcast-Host Circularity.fm, is on a mission to eliminate waste. This month, Patrick is trying to improve on making environmentally friendly decisions but is wondering: Why don’t companies that promote sustainability and circularity provide the consumer with data on their resource consumption?

Knowledge, Start-ups

Empower the Future – Invest in Tomorrow’s Impactful Start-ups Today!

Economic crises often serve as incubators for groundbreaking innovation. On July 18th, we invited Dennis Kirpensteijn, COO of ZOLLHOF, for a bgreen leaders eXchange to discover why the current market conditions make it an ideal time to invest in start-ups

People

Empowering Sustainable Business: bgreen leaders Dinner Hamburg

July’s bgreen leader Dinner took us to Hamburg, where we heard a phenomenal impulse by Marie-Christine von Hahn, Vice President Corporate Sustainability & External Affairs at Aurubis, on Circular Economy and the Future of Sustainable Resource Management

Sustainability

Fight Waste: Patrick vs Unhappiness

Patrick Hypscher, Co-Founder Green PO & Podcast-Host Circularity.fm, is on a mission to eliminate waste. This month, Patrick takes on the tragedy of happiness. Find out why shifting towards appreciating and valuing what we already have can also lead toward a more circular economy

Sustainability

Fight Waste: Patrick vs Ownership

Patrick Hypscher, Co-Founder Green PO & Podcast-Host Circularity.fm, is on a mission to eliminate waste. This month, Patrick takes on ownership. He explores shifting from a mindset of ownership to one of stewardship, which allows us to see the true value of resources, fostering a circular economy that treats these materials as treasures rather than disposables

People

bgreen leaders x IFAT Munich

On Wednesday May 15th, 2024 our first bgreen leaders event at the IFAT Munich took place. Our first trade fair with our principal partner, the Messe München, exceeded our expectations, and, together, we marked a significant milestone by officially launching our cross-industry network. Check out some of our favorite moments of the day!

Knowledge

Kickin’ the But(t)s Volume 2: Circular Fashion

When it comes to ecological transformation, the same objections – the famous “buts” – often recur. In this new column series, we want to give experts a platform to address and dispel these doubts. A “Yes” instead of a “But”, facts instead of fake news. Episode two with Serena Bonomi, Design Strategy & Innovation Advisor for the Circular Economy, takes us to circular fashion, where persistent misconceptions often cloud its transformative potential

Knowledge

bgreen leaders eXchange: Greenwashing

To better understand the Green Claims Directive, we invited Stefanie Kuhnhen, Chief Strategy Officer/Managing Partner at Serviceplan Group and an expert in communications, to join us for a special eXchange to discuss its implications and what it means for companies and consumers

Sustainability

Fight Waste: Patrick vs Ignorance

Patrick Hypscher, Co-Founder Green PO & Podcast-Host Circularity.fm, is on a mission to eliminate waste. In this series, the problem of everyday objects that on surface level appear to be long-lasting, but often break, have expired warranties, and come with hefty repair costs will be examined. This month, Patrick takes on ignorance

People

Sustainability Talks: Highlights from the bgreen leaders Dinner Berlin

Throughout the year, bgreen leaders hosts a series of exclusive innovation dinners held in various German metropolitan regions, featuring high-profile experts discussing relevant topics. These events provide a platform for participants to network, exchange ideas, and build connections in a pleasant and trusting atmosphere. Last week took us to Berlin, where we had an exciting keynote speech by Dr. Florian Kammerer (BMUV)

Knowledge

Kickin’ the But(t)s Volume 1: Electric Mobility

When it comes to ecological transformation, the same objections – the famous “buts” – often recur. In this new column series, we want to give experts a platform to address and dispel these doubts. A “Yes” instead of a “But”, facts instead of fake news. With episode one, we turn to electric mobility as Tilmann Vahle, Director of Sustainable Mobility and Batteries at Systemiq, dispels a few common misconceptions

Business

CIRCULAZE On Tour at QUANTRON

On March 14th, we went On Tour to Quantron, the Circular Company Award Winner 2023. At Quantron we had the chance to see firsthand their unique blend of e-mobility expertise in electric and hydrogen-powered fuel cells

Sustainability

Fight Waste: Patrick vs Baby Stroller

Patrick Hypscher, Co-Founder Green PO & Podcast-Host Circularity.fm, is on a mission to eliminate waste. In this new series, the problem of everyday objects that on surface level appear to be long-lasting, but often break, have expired warranties, and come with hefty repair costs will be examined. This month, Patrick takes on the baby stroller

Start-ups

CIRCULAZE Virtual Trend Tour Fashion & Textiles

In our third Trend Tour of the year, we heard from three start-ups on their circular solutions for fashion & textiles. From sustainable fabric dyeing to digital textile sorting and repurposing of textile waste, check out the full recap here

People

Building Trust, Driving Impact: Collaboration in Sustainable Entrepreneurship

In the bustling atmosphere of the CIRCULAZE Night 2022, where innovators, investors, start-ups, and entrepreneurs came together, start-up Founder & CEO of hey circle Doris Diebold and Angel Investor Robert Hein’s paths first crossed. They became engrossed in a conversation that would shape their future collaboration

People

Sustainability 101: Recommendations from Stefan Nilsson

Currently serving as the Chief Sustainability and Strategy Officer at Foxway Group, Stefan Nilsson is a visionary leader and passionately champions a sustainable ethos in all aspects of living, societal engagement, and business practices. Check out his top recommendations and must reads

Start-ups

CIRCULAZE Virtual Trend Tour Built Environment

On February 26th, we heard from experts and start-ups working in the Built Environment on their solutions for a more circular economy. These are our key takeaways

News

Messe München and CIRCULAZE to Launch the Cross-Industry B2B Sustainability Network “bgreen leaders”

Hot off the press! Together, CIRCULAZE and the Messe München have created THE home for circular leaders with the newly established bgreen leaders’ network

People, Sustainability

Lena Thiede on the Circular Economy and the Need for Collaboration

Lena Thiede, Founding Partner of Planet A, a venture capital fund that invests in European Greentech start-ups, is responsible for scientific impact assessment at Planet A. For Lena, collaboration is key for the circular economy to succeed

News, People

CIRCULAZE Wrapped 2023

2023 has been a busy year at CIRCULAZE, and, as the year comes to a close, we are taking a moment to reflect on all ...

News

CIRCULAZE Summit 2023: Voices of the Students

A unique feature of this year’s summit was the partnership with universities by offering their students free tickets and active engagement.

News

Video: CIRCULAZE Night and Summit 2023

At the CIRCULAZE Night on November 7th, the Top 21 Circular Economy Start-ups of 2023 and the winner of the 8th category “Circular Company” were ...

News

Solutions for a Circular Economy: CIRCULAZE Goes to the ISPO Munich

CIRCULAZE, together with IFAT and more than 50 corporate executives from different industries, attended the ISPO Munich 2023 on November 29th.

News, People

CIRCULAZE Night & Summit 2023: A Pinnacle of Circular Innovation

The CIRCULAZE Night & Summit took place on November 7th & 8th, 2023 at the House of Communication Munich. Check out the recap now!

Start-ups

The Top 21 CIRCULAZE Circular Economy Start-ups and Top Company 2023

CIRCULAZE, the Circular Economy Initiative by CURAZE, is proud to introduce you to the Top 21 Circular Economy Start-ups and Top Circular Company 2023

Sustainability

Torsten Toeller and Folkert Schultz on Protecting Our Environment for Happier Pets and Happier People

German pet food company, Fressnapf’s vision statement: “Happier Pets. Happier People.”

Sustainability

Daniel Baumann on Going Green While Having Fun

Daniel Baumann currently manages the GREEN.WORKS sustainability initiative, which is empowering companies to successfully master the green transformation.

Sustainability

François Laigret on Acting with Future Generations in Mind

François Laigret, Knauf Corporate Sustainability Manager, has years of experience when it comes to energy and contract management and operation and utilities optimization

Sustainability

CIRCULAZE Summer Talk 2023

On July 6th together with ODDO BHF, we hosted an exclusive CIRCULAZE Summer Talk on "Sustainability as a Security Strategy: How Companies are Positioning Themselves ...

Sustainability

Recycling vs. the Circular Economy

The Circular Economy and recycling may both have eliminating waste from the environment in mind, however, the two systems couldn’t be further in approach from each other. Learn why we should stop recycling and embrace the Circular Economy more

Sustainability

CIRCULAZE eXchange: Regulations

The second CIRCULAZE eXchange took place on June 22. We gathered to discuss EU-level regulations with Dr. Claas Oehlmann, Managing Director for the Initiative Circular ...

Sustainability

Marianne Kuhlmann on Embracing the Uncertainties of Radical Innovation

Marianne Kuhlmann is the Co-Founder and Lead of Circularity, the do-tank for the Circular Economy in Germany, where she connects practitioners in business and society

Sustainability

Xavier Sarras on Changing Earth’s Status Quo

Xavier Sarras believes better business models are needed to change the current predicament we find ourselves in.

People, Sustainability

Tina Dreimann on Driving Towards a Better Value Chain

As a driven impact investor and founder of the angel club better ventures, Tina Dreimann has won over 60 successful entrepreneurs as strong partners and ...

Sustainability

Nicola Tagliafierro on the Circular Economy as a New Paradigm

Nicola Tagliafierro, Sustainability Manager at Enel X, is one of the leading experts on sustainability and the circular economy and the first Italian to be ...

People, Podcasts

CIRCULAZE NOW! with Rosa Riera

Listen to the second episode of CIRCULAZE NOW!, the podcast of the Circular Economy Initiative CIRCULAZE by CURAZE, as co-host Natascha Zeljko, CURAZE, discusses with ...

Podcasts, Sustainability

CIRCULAZE NOW! with Janine Thies

Listen to the first episode of CIRCULAZE NOW!, the podcast of the Circular Economy Initiative CIRCULAZE by CURAZE, as co-host Jan Möllendorf, DEFACTO X, discusses ...

Sustainability

Dr. Matthias Ballweg on the Need to Act Now

Dr. Matthias Ballweg, Co-Founder at CIRCULAR REPUBLIC, shares with us why the circular economy should be on everyone’s agenda

Sustainability

Christof Kölschbach on Great Leadership

Christof Kölschbach, CSO of the Jokey Group, has valuable experience to share when it comes to being an open-minded leader

Sustainability

CIRCULAZE on Tour: BMW Recycling- und Demontagezentrum

On April 25th, we went on tour with #CIRCULAZE for the first time! Together with our amazing partners, we are involved in exciting circular economy ...

People, Sustainability

Patrick Hypscher on Five Elements Every Organization Needs to Succeed in the Circular Economy

Patrick Hypscher enjoys building bridges between technology, sustainability, and leadership.

Sustainability

Matthias Schulz on Staying Relevant in an Ever-Changing World

Matthias Schulz joined Otto Krahn Group in 2018 to drive its digitalization initiatives, gradually moving into his current role as Director New Business and Innovation ...

Podcasts, Sustainability

5 Circular Economy Podcasts to Get You Thinking and Living Circular

From circular business models to circular cities, we’ve compiled a list of the top 5 podcasts to get you started on the Circular Economy

Business

Christian Wondratsch on the Benefits of a Circular Society

Christian Wondratsch, Senior Advisor Private Wealth Management at ODDO BHF, is a huge proponent of moving away from a throwaway society to a circular one

Sustainability

Inside the Construction Industry: The Living Buildings Challenge and the Need to Go Circular

The construction industry is one of the largest contributors to environmental degradation, generating significant amounts of waste, carbon emissions, and other pollutants. By taking a ...

Sustainability

Janine Thies on How to Shift from a Capitalist Mindset to a Circular One

With resources becoming more and more scarce, it’s time to rethink the way we produce and consume.

People, Sustainability

9 Circular Economy Pioneers

As the Circular Economy begins to gain widespread support and be seen as the key strategy for addressing some of the world’s most pressing environmental and social challenges, we are shining a light on some of the earliest thought leaders to jump on the circular train. Check out these 9 Circular Economy pioneers

News, Start-ups

CIRCULAZE Night 2022: Where Business Meets Innovation

On October 21st, our CIRCULAZE jury, partners, and start-ups came together for an evening of circular innovation and networking. The main event: the reveal of the CIRCULAZE Top 20 Circular Economy Start-Ups 2022

Start-ups

The Top 20 CIRCULAZE Circular Economy Start-ups 2022

CIRCULAZE, the Circular Economy Initiative by CURAZE, is proud to introduce you to the first edition of the Top 20 Circular Economy Start-ups.

Sustainability

Prof. Dr. Christian Rödl on One of the Greatest Challenges Facing Humanity

Interview with Prof. Dr. Christian Rödl, Managing Partner and Head of CSR at Rödl and Partner

Sustainability

Marcus Wailersbacher on How Change Starts with Each of Us

Marcus Wailersbacher, CEO of DEFACTO, is an innovator at heart and always looking for new and better solutions for challenges in customer management.

Sustainability

Prof. Dr. Martin R. Stuchtey on How a Circular Economy will Save the Planet

Establishing a Circular Economy and reversing the climate crisis goes hand in hand. As Founder of Landbanking Group, which aims to change the way we ...

Sustainability

The Importance of Systems Thinking in the Circular Economy

Prof. Dr. Gordana Kierans has recognized that for the circular economy to succeed, it requires four elements of success: business case, infrastructure, education and mindset

Business, People, Sustainability

Michael Braungart on the Benefits of Cradle to Cradle

Do we need LED lights and flooring? Our CIRCULAZE jury member Prof. Dr. Michael Braungart, Founder and Scientific Director of Braungart EPEA – Internationale Umweltforschung ...

Sustainability

Dr. Markus Algner on How to Keep Earth Beautiful for Our Grandchildren

Why should the Circular Economy be a topic on the agenda of every company? We asked Dr. Markus Algner