Our quest to transform the Netherlands into the world’s circular hotspot has not gone unnoticed, and more and more ‘competitors’ are stepping into the ring. Unlike a regular competition, we are more than happy to see them joining and try to help our competitors as much as we can. Therefore, we have extensively supported EPEA as a steering committee member in their research to identify the circular opportunities for Luxembourg, and proudly share their report with you.

Description of the project

In February 2015, Economy State Secretary Francine Closener shared the results of EPEA’s study on the potential development and expansion of Luxembourg’s circular economy, a pattern which she said could “enhance competitiveness, increase employment and reduce the environmental impact.” The presentation received extensive press coverage.

The transition to a circular economy may hold great opportunities to develop and strengthen the economy of Luxembourg. A transition of this kind would make Luxembourg less dependent on importing resources and would create employment opportunities in many market segments. Reduction of waste and the closing of material cycles would allow a higher rate of materials to use for longer periods of time, which will strengthen the competitiveness of Luxembourg’s economy.The report was initiated by a committee consisting of the Ministry of Economy, the Ministry for Sustainable Development and Infrastructure, and the EcoInnovation cluster. According to the press statement, it will now move forward as a working group that “will play a unifying role for all stakeholders interested in the implementation of a large-scale circular model for Luxembourg.”

Impact of the project

The report will serve as a basis to implement a large-scale circular model for Luxembourg. We will stay involved in the working group to make a circular economy in this beautiful country happen.