Resource consumption in Switzerland is high. The country is heavily dependent on imports, and trades primarily with countries that are consumer more natural resources than can be regenerated in their own territory. Transition to a circular economy is a necessity and Switzerland has an opportunity to show leadership.
Advancing a circular economy
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We aim to reduce the intensity of material and energy production by:
- building private sector support through business associations and new stakeholder collaboration
- demonstrating the potential for circular economy in progressive towns and cantons
- sharing green economy success stories and showing the opportunities for new business models
- stimulating innovation in design, service and business models
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Partners
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At the heart of all our work are passionate people dedicated to delivering effective and lasting conservation.
These inspirational partners are our greatest asset.
Amanda Byrde & Felix Stähli
Impact HubIt’s a pivotal moment for our generation and for humanity. In Switzerland, we’re ‘winners’ of globalisation – with our wealth, our education and our democracy, we need to be courageous and tackle circularity head on.
Annual Budget
MAVA has allocated CHF 1,250,000 annually
The Action Plan annual budget is estimated at CHF 2,250,000
Remaining needs are covered by Engagement Migros
Holger Schmid