The Circular Economy Show Podcast 2025 in review: unlocking the circular economy opportunity
Dec 2, 2025
Reflecting on 2025, insightful discussions highlight the need for leadership in scaling circular business models. Practical challenges in repair services emerge, focusing on operational barriers. The role of NGOs in market transformation is emphasized, promoting coalitions for effective solutions. Marketers discuss storytelling's power in making circular solutions appealing. Upcycling food is defined, showcasing its value. Copper recycling is highlighted as crucial for clean technologies. Exciting plans for future content are also teased.
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Leadership And KPIs Make Or Break Scaling
- Circular business models need leadership involvement from the start to scale beyond pilots.
- Standard KPIs (e.g., sales volume) can actively block circular initiatives if not redesigned.
Arc'teryx Tackles Technical And Revenue Hurdles
- Katie Wilson described operational blockers Arcteryx faced like point-of-sale and regional rebuilds.
- They debated whether repairs should generate revenue or be free to build loyalty.
Coalitions Power Market Transformation
- Market-wide change requires more than heroic businesses; it needs broad engagement beyond usual suspects.
- NGOs can orchestrate pre-competitive coalitions and bridge policy with practical solutions in value chains.