On 15 May 2025, Circle Economy joined leading regional networks around the globe to launch the Circular Alliance of Regions (CARe)— a global initiative uniting regional frontrunners in the circular economy. By joining forces, regions from around the world share knowledge, exchange best practices, and collaborate on accelerating the transition to a sustainable, circular society.
CARe brings together a diverse group of regional programmes, networks and alliances that are already using circular strategies to close material loops and lower environmental footprints. As a founding partner, Circle Economy will collaborate with:
Regions play a crucial role in the circular transition. They connect local ecosystems, businesses, governments, and citizens—making them powerful changemakers. Through CARe, regional pioneers can scale their efforts, learn from international peers, and jointly tackle global challenges with local solutions.
CARe aims to expand its reach and impact through a joint declaration of intent. This shared commitment will formalise the alliance and open the door for more regions to join in the coming years. The declaration will highlight common goals, guiding principles, and opportunities for joint actions.
With CARe now in motion, our next priority is to evolve into a truly impactful and cohesive network. To achieve this, we must refine our collective vision, enhance coordination, and establish robust mechanisms for sharing knowledge. These foundational steps will ensure CARe becomes a powerful catalyst for regional change worldwide. We warmly invite any region that shares our ambition to get in touch and join the alliance.
Contact Krijn Smits at krijn@circle-economy.com for more information.
