GLOBAL RECYCLING: How Start-Ups can make the Circular Economy become reality

As raw materials are scarce worldwide and are becoming increasingly expensive, companies that save resources or produce gently do not only contribute to a cleaner environment but actually have a real competitive advantage. The European Commission, which is currently working on the EU Circular Economy Action Plan, estimates that waste prevention, eco-design, reuse and similar measures could save companies within the EU between 250 and 465 billion Euro annually in raw material costs.