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We provide research-based information, tools, and solutions to promote the circular economy in Finland.
Circular economy news
A new report provides guidance on assessing the environmental impacts of products and processes within …
Circblog – blog posts about the circular economy
Learning about the complex systems in circular economy
Life cycle assessment is a well-established tool for environmental assessment. It is effective for generating …
Bio-based plastics don’t solve all the problems with plastics
The best way to use plastics more responsibly is to avoid unnecessary consumption and single-use products, which also helps reduce plastic pollution.
Transition from waste utilisation to waste prevention requires a new approach to policymaking
The shift from waste utilization to waste prevention requires a new approach to policymaking, writes Olli Sahimaa and his colleagues.
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At this event, we will hear about materials developed by the Natural Resources Institute Finland to replace plastics.
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